Lara Croft adds two more Guinness World Records
Tomb Raider heroine takes her tally of Guinness World Records to eight after being awarded two new accolades, including Largest Gathering of People Dressed as Lara Croft.
The Tomb Raider heroine we have all come to love has added two more Guinness World Records to her repertoire.
Crystal Dynamics issued a press release earlier today stating that Lara Croft now holds the Guinness World Record for Most Magazine Covers for a Video Game Character and Largest Gathering Of People Dressed As Lara Croft. Both of which will be showcased in the Guinness World Records Gamer's Edition that will be released next year.
Check out some of the Lara Croft magazine covers
"Over the past two decades, Lara Croft has established herself as an iconic character in entertainment. Her Guinness World Record wins further solidify her continuing influence and relevance in popular culture" stated Rich Briggs, global brand director at Crystal Dynamics.
The two new records aren't Lara's first either as she was awarded six records in the Guinness World Records 2010 Gamer's Edition as well. Those records include Most Successful Video Game Heroine, Most Recognizable Female Character in a Video Game, Most Detailed Video Game Character, Most Official Real Life Stand-Ins, Highest Grossing Computer Game Spin-off, and Most Successful Live-Action Transfer.
See more pictures from the Lara Croft cosplay event at Paris Games Week
Stephen Daultry, Editor for Guinness World Records Gamer's Edition, said that "Lara Croft is one of the most vital and iconic characters in gaming, with a powerful legacy and a string of great games under her belt. It's fantastic to see so many cosplayers celebrate her in this unique way. Along with her covers record, these are already two of my favorite GWR titles of the year."
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