Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis is an upcoming action-adventure game developed by Crystal Dynamics and Flying Wild Hog and published by Amazon Game Studios. The game is the second remake of Tomb Raider (1996), featuring exploration, puzzle-solving, and expanded storytelling. The narrative follows adventurer Lara Croft (portrayed by Alix Wilton Regan) as she hunts for a powerful artefact from the lost civilisation of Atlantis. The project was first publicly referenced in 2022 and revealed during the Game Awards 2025, alongside Tomb Raider: Catalyst (2027). It is expected to be released worldwide on 12 February 2027 for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S.
| Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis | |
|---|---|
 North American box art | |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Amazon Game Studios |
| Series | Tomb Raider |
| Engine | Unreal Engine 5 |
| Platforms | |
| Release | 12 February 2027 |
| Genre | Action-adventure |
| Mode | Single-player |
Premise
editTomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis is a remake of Tomb Raider (1996); it is the second official remake of the latter, following Tomb Raider: Anniversary (2007).
Legacy of Atlantis features a blend of exploration, third-person combat, puzzle-solving, and expanded storytelling typical of Tomb Raider.[1][2] The narrative follows adventurer Lara Croft as she travels to several exotic locations in search of the "Scion", an artifact from the lost civilisation of Atlantis and fights to keep its power from being exploited.[3]
Development
editPre-production
editBefore the announcement of Legacy of Atlantis, a lead-up to the events of Tomb Raider (1996) was hinted at in the unpatched ending of Shadow of the Tomb Raider (2018). In this original ending, some scenes that were later removed included one showing Lara's dual pistols and a letter from Jacqueline Natla in Calcutta, India, Lara's nemesis from the first game in the original series, which Lara picks up to read after finishing her own letter to Jonah, where the ending concludes.[4][5][6] Crystal Dynamics announced it was developing a new Tomb Raider title in 2022, using Unreal Engine 5 following its partnership with Amazon Game Studios.[7][8]
Announcement
editDuring the Game Awards 2025 in Los Angeles, Crystal Dynamics, and Amazon Game Studios revealed Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis alongside a new game in the series, Tomb Raider: Catalyst. Legacy of Atlantis is a remake of the first game in the series,[9][10] with Alix Wilton Regan assuming the role of Lara Croft,[11] taking over from Camilla Luddington who voiced the character in the previous three games.[12] The game was originally expected to be released worldwide in 2026 for PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S.[13] During Sony's State of Play presentation in June, the game was delayed to 12 February 2027, alongside the announcement of a version for Nintendo Switch 2.[14]
When questioned about the difficulty level of their upcoming title, especially in light of the instant death scenarios and other issues players faced in the original game, Will Kersake, game director at Crystal Dynamics, commented: "Part of properly reinventing a game is adapting it to the tastes of modern players."[15] Scot Amos, the head of the studio at Crystal Dynamics, said: "It's a love letter by fans, all of us, to fans. We knew the 30th anniversary was coming up and wanted to do something special to celebrate that moment and still honor all of the Core Design's original DNA and intent".[16]
References
edit- ↑ Romano, Sal (11 December 2025). "Tomb Raider remake Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis announced for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC". Gematsu. Retrieved 12 December 2025.
- ↑ Loveridge, Sam (11 December 2025). "Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis is a reimagining of Tomb Raider 1 coming next year and it looks like everything I've ever wanted, even from one trailer". GamesRadar+. Retrieved 12 December 2025.
- ↑ Bošnjak, Dominik (12 December 2025). "2 New Tomb Raider Games Revealed". GameRant. Retrieved 19 February 2026.
- ↑ Good, Owen S. (23 September 2018). "Shadow of the Tomb Raider mistakenly included an alternate ending". Polygon. Retrieved 19 December 2025.
- ↑ Stevens, Colin (22 September 2018). "Players Discover Shadow of the Tomb Raider 'Mistakenly Included' Alternate Ending". IGN. Retrieved 19 December 2025.
- ↑ Chalk, Andy (21 September 2018). "Shadow of the Tomb Raider launched with a different ending that was patched out on day one". PC Gamer. Retrieved 19 December 2025.
- ↑ Kim, Matt (6 April 2022). "New Tomb Raider Game Developed on Unreal Engine 5 Announced". IGN. Retrieved 12 December 2025.
- ↑ LeBlanc, Wesley (11 December 2025). "Tomb Raider: Legacy Of Atlantis Is A Remake Of The First Game In The Series". Game Informer. Retrieved 12 December 2025.
- ↑ McCaffrey, Ryan (12 December 2025). "Tomb Raider: Catalyst Announced for 2027 and Tomb Raider 1 'Reimagining' Announced for 2026". IGN. Retrieved 12 December 2025.
- ↑ "Crystal Dynamics and Amazon Game Studios reveal two new Tomb Raider titles – and other highlights from The Game Awards". Embracer Group (Press release). 12 December 2025. Retrieved 18 December 2025.
- ↑ Shutler, Ali (15 December 2025). "New Lara Croft actor revealed for 2026 'Tomb Raider' remake". NME. Retrieved 19 December 2025.
- ↑ Marnell, Blair (15 December 2025). "Tomb Raider Actor Shares Her Heartfelt Farewell To Lara Croft". GameSpot. Retrieved 21 December 2025.
- ↑ Lowry, Brendan (11 December 2025). "The Game Awards 2025: Everything announced for Xbox, PC". Windows Central. Retrieved 12 December 2025.
- ↑ Yin-Poole, Wesley (2 June 2026). "CONFIRMED: Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis Is Delayed to 2027, First Look at Gameplay". IGN. Retrieved 3 June 2026.
- ↑ "Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis leads say it's essential to adjust the PS1 original's difficulty for 'modern player tastes,' but 'things that you expect in a Tomb Raider game are going to be there'". GamesRadar+. 16 December 2025. Retrieved 3 June 2026.
- ↑ Daniels, Joelle (16 December 2025). "Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis Will be a 'Love Letter By Fans, For Fans' Says Studio Head". GamingBolt. Retrieved 3 June 2026.