NSFW Lara Croft Mod Uploaded Within Hours of Tomb Raider Remastered Release

However, the release also saw the quick appearance of a topless mod for Lara Croft on Nexus Mods. This mod, which alters Lara's appearance by removing her clothing, serves as a tragic reminder of a long-standing issue regarding the industry's needless objectification of female characters.

The original "Tomb Raider nude code" rumor was a fabrication that persisted for most of the late '90s and early 2000s, despite confirmation from the game's creators that a code like this never existed. Instead, what kept the rumor alive was a fan-made patch called Nude Raider.

The decision to create and upload such a mod for the remastered collection raises questions about the portrayal of female characters in video games and the ongoing need for respectful representation. It also highlights the disconnect between the developers' vision for the game and certain segments of the gaming community.

Despite this somewhat unsavory aspect of Lara Croft's past resurfacing with the remaster's release, the collection's release remains a celebratory moment for long-time franchise fans. It offers fans and newcomers alike the chance to experience Lara Croft's early adventures in updated visual fidelity while remaining faithful to her original design.