● Tomb Raider Collection 2 is the latest in Evercade's lineup of multi-game cartridges, bringing more classic adventures to retro gaming enthusiasts.
● Featuring Tomb Raider: The Last Revelation and Tomb Raider: Chronicles, this collection captures two iconic entries in the legendary franchise.
● Comes on one physical Evercade cartridge.
● Includes a full-colour manual and is compatible with all Evercade and HyperMegaTech! Super Pocket devices.
● Releasing April 2025, available to pre-order from February 28, 2025.
Cartridge Page: https://evercade.co.uk/cartridges/tomb-raider-collection-2/
Website: https://evercade.co.uk/
DATE: 14:00 GMT, FEBRUARY 20, 2025
LETCHWORTH, UK: Blaze Entertainment is excited to unveil Tomb Raider Collection 2, a new multi-game cartridge featuring two classic Tomb Raider titles: Tomb Raider: The Last Revelation and Tomb Raider: Chronicles.
As milestones in one of the most beloved gaming franchises of all time, both games showcase the creative ingenuity, gripping narratives, and intricate level design that helped define Lara Croft as a cultural icon. Fans can once again immerse themselves in the atmospheric puzzles and high-stakes action that made these titles groundbreaking when first released, in their original 32-bit form, with performance improvements optimising the experience for Evercade players and those playing on modern displays.
For the first time on a 32-bit platform, this collection also includes the exclusive bonus level originally distributed via The Times Newspaper. This rare level, set in a mysterious Egyptian tomb, has been faithfully converted to this cartridge, making it accessible to console players for the very first time.
This cartridge will be part of the red-coloured home console line and be numbered #45. The price of this cartridge is £24.99, $29.99, and €29.99, and it will release in April 2025, with pre-orders opening on February 28, 2025 through all Evercade retailers.
Tomb Raider Collection 2 includes:
● Tomb Raider: The Last Revelation (1999) – Follow Lara Croft on a thrilling quest across Egypt as she uncovers the secrets of an ancient tomb, encounters supernatural forces, and fights to survive. Packed with puzzles, action, and stunning locations, this game is a celebrated classic and a key title in Lara's illustrious career.
● Tomb Raider: Chronicles (2000) – A unique retrospective on Lara's past adventures, blending new challenges with glimpses of her earlier escapades. From high-tech heists to mythological mysteries, this game showcases Lara’s versatility and enduring charm.
● The Times Bonus Level – Originally released in 2000 as a standalone level for PC users through The Times Newspaper, this special level is set in a mysterious Egyptian tomb. It has now been meticulously converted for inclusion in the 32-bit version, marking the first time it has been playable on in 32-bit form. The level is available from the in-game menu for Tomb Raider: The Last Revelation
"With Tomb Raider Collection 2, we’re thrilled to continue our partnership with Crystal Dynamics and to offer fans another chance to relive Lara Croft’s timeless adventures," said Blaze Entertainment's CEO, Andrew Byatt. "Including this unique conversion of the rare Times bonus level is a real treat for Evercade and Tomb Raider fans, allowing them to experience a truly unique chapter of Lara’s history."
Notes
Evercade was first released in 2020 as a handheld device with ten gaming cartridges of classic console licenses. Since then, it has grown to several other hardware devices (listed below) and now has over 50 physical cartridge collections and more than 500 games across the entire ecosystem.
The Evercade EXP-R handheld gaming system is available globally and includes the Tomb Raider Collection 1 cartridge.
The Evercade VS-R home console system is currently available worldwide from Amazon and other local retailers. It includes the Tomb Raider Collection 1 cartridge.
The Evercade Alpha bartop arcade systems are available globally, and each come with 6 built-in Capcom games and competition-grade arcade controls, plus full compatibility with all Evercade cartridges.
Evercade devices play games via emulation on bespoke cartridges. These physical releases come in a classic clamshell case with a full-colour manual, custom written by Blaze with controls, hints and tips, and interesting facts about the titles and developers.
Evercade emulates a wide range of systems (including 8, 16, 32 and 64-bit console, handhelds, THEC64 and Amiga home computers, plus arcade games), as well as natively run games. It also highlights modern retro games created by indie developers, with support for five decades of gaming.
Evercade cartridges have three distinct colour schemes to highlight their content. Red-coloured boxes feature home console collections from multiple systems across five decades of gaming. Purple indicates Arcade game collections, and Blue is for home computer collections.
In 2023, Blaze Entertainment launched its new brand HyperMegaTech! to provide more retro gaming products aimed at a more casual market. Its first four products, the Super Pocket handheld gaming devices, also come with Evercade cartridge compatibility.
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Evercade Website: https://evercade.co.uk
Evercade Alpha: https://evercade.co.uk/alpha/
Evercade EXP-R: https://evercade.co.uk/exp-r/
Evercade VS-R: https://evercade.co.uk/vs-r/
Evercade Blog: https://evercade.co.uk/blog
Evercade Cartridges list: https://evercade.co.uk/cartridges/
About Blaze Entertainment
Blaze Entertainment, formed in 2018, are the creators of the Evercade - a retro gaming console that uses cartridges to deliver officially licensed curated collections of retro and retro-inspired video games. Launched in 2020, the Evercade line-up has grown to over 400 games and continues to grow, with partnerships including Capcom, Gearbox Software, Atari, Bandai Namco, Interplay, Codemasters, Team17, IREM, Rebellion, Toaplan, and many independent game designers and publishers. Based in the UK, the Evercade has found a passionate audience around the world of retro enthusiasts, offering a high-quality and low-entry gaming option providing nostalgia for gamers and a physical range of releases for collectors. In 2023, Blaze launched a second brand, HyperMegaTech! to create more retro and gaming-focused products for a more casual gaming market, starting with the Super Pocket console with licensed versions from Capcom and Taito.
Find out more at www.evercade.co.uk and Facebook, Instagram, BlueSky or X.
About Crystal Dynamics
Crystal Dynamics is an award-winning, best-in-class game development studio headquartered just south of San Francisco in sunny San Mateo, Calif. Founded in 1992, Crystal Dynamics has grown into a world-class studio by developing iconic franchises and keeping at the forefront of the very latest in technology and graphics. Having created beloved properties such as Gex and the Legacy of Kain series, as well as driving the award-winning, massively successful Tomb Raider franchise at over 100M franchise units sold to date, Crystal Dynamics is now laying the groundwork for the next generation of innovative and technologically stunning projects. Crystal Dynamics’ website can be found at https://crystald.com.
About TOMB RAIDER
The TOMB RAIDER video game franchise includes more than 20 video games, is loved by more than 160 million people around the world according to a May 2022 survey, and has sold over 100 million copies since the first entry was released in 1996. The franchise’s popularity has exploded into a series of blockbuster films based on the original Tomb Raider game and 2013 reboot. Its protagonist Lara Croft has been a contemporary global icon for over two decades and was listed as one of TIME Magazine’s 15 Most Influential Video Game Characters of All Time. The most recent “Survivor Trilogy,” comprised of Tomb Raider (2013), Rise of the Tomb Raider (2015), and Shadow of the Tomb Raider (2018), garnered more than 200 “Best of” awards and nominations, and chronicles Lara Croft’s remarkable origin story. All of this continues to make TOMB RAIDER a destination brand for adventure entertainment.
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