Tomb Raider 1 Intro [Sega Saturn, 1996]
5Tomb Raider 1 Intro [Sega Saturn, 1996]
90s Video Games, Episode 183
"Tomb Raider" is a critically acclaimed video game series that follows the adventures of the iconic archaeologist and adventurer, Lara Croft. The series began with the release of "Tomb Raider" (also known as "Tomb Raider: Featuring Lara Croft") in 1996, developed by Core Design and published by Eidos Interactive. The game's intro played a significant role in setting the tone for the entire series and introducing players to the world of Lara Croft.
The intro of the first "Tomb Raider" game captivated players with its cinematic presentation and atmospheric storytelling. As the game begins, players are treated to a captivating cutscene that sets the stage for Lara's first expedition. The intro serves as an enticing prologue, giving players insight into Lara's character and her pursuit of ancient treasures.
On July 16th 1945 in Los Alamos, New Mexico, a massive explosion caused by a nuclear test unearths an ancient circular device with strange markings from beneath the earth's surface. In the aftermath of the explosion, the device opens to reveal a person in suspended animation.
In 1996 India, Calcutta, Lara Croft has returned from an expedition to capture Bigfoot and is relaxing in the Imperial Hotel when she is approached by a Texan man named Larson. Larson introduces her via video screen to his employer, Jacqueline Natla, the owner of Natla Technologies. After failing to sway her with money (Lara only plays for sport), Natla asks for her assistance in acquiring a piece of a talisman known as the Scion, an ancient artifact located in the lost tomb of Qualopec, located in the mountains of Peru. Intrigued, Lara agrees to make the journey.
Overall, the intro of the first "Tomb Raider" game successfully establishes the tone of the series. It presents Lara Croft as a fearless and resourceful protagonist, while also highlighting the perilous journey she is about to undertake. The combination of cinematic storytelling, character development, and a tantalizing glimpse of the upcoming adventure makes the intro a memorable and captivating introduction to the world of "Tomb Raider."