The latest Tomb Raider animated series on Netflix brings a fresh adventure for the iconic character of Lara Croft. It unfolds a new chapter in the heroine's origin story, set immediately after the events of the most recent trilogy of games. While the animated series introduces a new tale, those unfamiliar with the franchise might be tempted to explore the Tomb Raider back catalogue after watching all eight episodes.
However, given the numerous titles available since the first release in 1996, it can be challenging to know where to start. Your options boil down to whether you want to catch up on what happens before Legend of Lara Croft, get a history lesson in game lore or get a glimpse of what could be next, reports the Daily Star . Here are some games you should consider playing after watching the latest Netflix series.
Tomb Raider: The Survivor Trilogy. There's no better place to start than with the Crystal Dynamics Survivor trilogy, even though starting with three games consecutively might seem daunting. Comprising Tomb Raider, Rise of the Tomb Raider and Shadow of the Tomb Raider, these games rebooted the franchise and introduced Lara Croft to a new generation.
Across the three titles, Lara finds herself stranded on an island and chased by a dangerous cult driven mad by their isolation, then she follows that up by competing against a secret organisation to find the secret to immortality. Finally, Lara strives to take down that secret group while also preventing the actual.