Goodbye cartoon breasts, hello sweat stains: the feminist reinvention of Tomb Raider
Briefly

Lara Croft makes her return in a new animated series, embodying a stronger, more realistic character design that aligns with feminist ideals, reflecting a significant evolution since her original appearances.
The reimagined Lara Croft features a more realistic physique, showcasing strength and capability rather than fitting a previously idealized, hyper-sexualized mold, which reflects societal changes in gender representation.
Toby Gard, Lara's designer, highlights her initial design as intended for a male character, but her transformation allowed her to serve as a counter-narrative to the portrayal of women in gaming.
This new portrayal of Lara not only reinforces her status as an influential female protagonist but also reexamines her impact on gender roles in the gaming industry since 1996.
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