Making of Tomb Raider

The Making of Tomb Raider is a book that goes into detail about the creation of the first two games in the Lara Croft series, as well as the reasons why Toby Gard and Paul Douglas left before the sequel was released. It features interviews with over twenty people involved in the game's development, including the pitch for what would become Tomb Raider, the challenges along the way, and the creation of the star of the second game, Winston the Butler.

Format: Hardback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 29 October 2021
Publisher: Pen & Sword Books Ltd

In 1994, at the game company CORE Design in Derby, Lara Croft was born. After eighteen months of relentless hard work from the team, Tomb Raider was released in 1996 and achieved the immense success it enjoys today. It played a significant role in celebrating Brit-Pop and Girl Power during the mid-nineties. This is the story of the team that created the first two games in the series, then handed the reins to a new team in 1998. Lara Croft brought a touch of class, humor, and a James Bond-like persona to the game, conceived by Toby Gard and played a pivotal role in bringing it to life with Paul Douglas. The game was a risky venture, but the company's unwavering belief in it resulted in a monumental success for everyone, except Toby and Paul. The Making of Tomb Raider delves into the intricate details of how Lara and the games came to be, alongside the reasons why Toby Gard and Paul Douglas left before the sequel's release. Spanning eleven chapters and featuring countless interviews, this book will unveil the identities of the individuals responsible for creating the first two games. It encompasses everything from the game's levels, music, the diverse voices of Lara Croft, and much more. The team also shares insights into the star of the second game, Winston the Butler, and how he was brought to life by Joss Charmet. Over twenty individuals were interviewed for this captivating story, encompassing the pitch for Tomb Raider, the challenges encountered along the way, and the excitement leading up to the release of Tomb Raider 2 in 1997.

Weight: 1016g
Dimension: 217 x 306 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781399002059