Back in the day, one of the original creators behind Tomb Raider revealed that a Japanese publisher once pitched an anime-inspired makeover for Lara Croft. The idea was to recast the iconic adventurer with a distinctly anime aesthetic, aiming to boost her appeal in Japan’s market. However, the developers weren’t on board with the change and ultimately declined the proposal. This glimpse into what might have been shows how close Lara came to a very different look, one that could have altered her global identity entirely.
Source: eurogamer.net
