Gunnar Optiks Unveils Tomb Raider Lara Croft Eyewear for 30th Anniversary

To celebrate the 30th anniversary of Tomb Raider, Gunnar Optiks is releasing a new eyewear collaboration centered on Lara Croft—an approach that goes beyond “inspired-by” branding and instead leans hard into Croft’s look, complete with a themed set of collector extras.

Key takeaways

• Gunnar Optiks is marking Tomb Raider’s 30th anniversary with a dedicated collaboration eyewear model.
• The design is directly inspired by Lara Croft, rather than using a more generic franchise-adjacent style.
• The package includes a themed case, a custom cleaning cloth, a carry pouch, and a unique small dagger-shaped pin.
• The glasses use Gunnar’s patented tech for blocking harmful blue light and UV rays.
• The reviewer tested the sunglasses version and is curious to compare other lens options, including Amber Max.
• The frame features an all-metal round design with spring-style hinges, but fit may vary for larger heads.

A Lara Croft-inspired collaboration built for collectors

Gunnar has previously partnered with major game franchises, including collaborations tied to Cyberpunk 2077 and brands like Alienware. This time, the company appears to have taken a more direct route: rather than offering an accessory that only loosely nods to a character, the Tomb Raider Croft glasses aim to look like they’ve been pulled from Lara’s aesthetic.

As part of the celebration, the collaboration’s included extras are positioned as a full themed bundle. The set comes with a case shaped like a thigh holster that can be clipped to clothing using a strap secured with Velcro. There’s also a specially designed cloth for cleaning, a dedicated pouch for storage, and a distinctive pin shaped like a small dagger.

Frame and lens details, plus what was tested

The glasses themselves follow the kind of polished, low-cringe style Gunnar is known for, described as “geek chic” rather than loud or costume-like. Visually, the tested model uses a classic round frame with an all-stainless-steel structure, paired with textured temples coated in high-quality polymer.

On the lens side, Gunnar’s patented technology is included, targeting both harmful blue light and UV rays. In the review setup, the tested unit used the sunglasses lenses, meaning they were evaluated less as gaming glasses and more as everyday eyewear.

After comparing sunglass lenses to amber options, the reviewer says they want to try Gunnar’s middle-ground option, Amber Max, to see how it balances the two and how the look changes—especially with the note that orange-tinted lenses would likely feel very “Lara-like.”

Fit, comfort, and overall impression

The tested glasses are described as especially stylish and well put together. Spring-style hinges help the frames sit comfortably on the head, though the reviewer notes they did stretch slightly. They also caution that the fit may be better for some wearers than others—while they don’t claim the product is only suited to a specific gender, their partner reportedly wore them better.

Overall, the Tomb Raider Croft Gunnar glasses are positioned as the brand’s strongest release to date in the reviewer’s view. The lenses are treated as technically solid as expected, with the collaboration’s standout value coming from the design work—an interpretation of Lara Croft that’s described as timeless and easy to imagine in a “ready to explore ruins” outfit.