Many critics argue that Shadow of the Tomb Raider was a soft launch of the Gatekeeper concept, stripping away the "raider" identity to reveal the guardian beneath.

To understand why reviews for this concept are so positive, it helps to see how they contrast with recent official releases like the Netflix animated series: Feature Community Concept Focus Recent Official Series ( Legend of Lara Croft ) Confident, "unstoppable force" Troubled, dealing with "survivor's guilt" Setting Ancient tombs and "Egyptian mythology" Globetrotting with "supernatural tendencies" Tone Action-adventure and puzzle-heavy Character drama and emotional development

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According to leaks, "The Gatekeeper" could be a narrative-driven game that explores Lara's early years as an archaeologist. The story may revolve around her search for a mysterious artifact, which leads her to uncover a hidden world with ancient secrets. This new installment could potentially mark a departure from the traditional action-adventure gameplay, focusing more on exploration, puzzle-solving, and character development.

As a seasoned adventurer, Lara frequently finds herself in dangerous situations, requiring her to use her combat skills and survival instincts. A feature like "The Gatekeeper" could very well involve intense combat sequences or survival mechanics where Lara must protect herself and possibly others.