Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis

Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis is an upcoming action-adventure game developed by Crystal Dynamics in partnership with Flying Wild Hog, and published by Amazon Game Studios. Scheduled for release in 2026, it is a highly anticipated, ground-up reimagining of the original 1996 Tomb Raider that started it all.

Revealed simultaneously with the next mainline sequel, Tomb Raider: Catalyst, this game serves a crucial role in Crystal Dynamics’ mission to “unify the timelines.” By completely remaking Lara Croft’s very first globe-trotting adventure with modern sensibilities, Legacy of Atlantis bridges the gap between the gritty origin story of the “Survivor Trilogy” and the confident, iconic adventurer of the classic era. The narrative takes Lara across the globe—from the snowy jungles of Peru and the ancient ruins of Greece to the deserts of Egypt and a mythical Mediterranean island—in a desperate race to recover the scattered pieces of the Scion, an artifact of immeasurable power.

Gameplay

Built entirely in Unreal Engine 5, Legacy of Atlantis aims to drastically modernize the 1996 classic while fiercely honoring its legendary atmosphere of isolation and discovery.

While full, uncut gameplay has been kept closely under wraps ahead of its launch, confirmed mechanics and design philosophies include:

• Modernized Traversal: The rigid, grid-based platforming of the 1990s is completely gone. Players will utilize Lara’s peak athleticism to navigate treacherous landscapes, utilizing fluid, modern parkour and climbing systems to scale massive vertical environments.
• Return of the Classic Arsenal: The game marks the triumphant, canonical return of Lara’s iconic dual pistols. Combat will focus on high-mobility acrobatics to survive encounters with the classic, lethal predators of the original game, such as wolves, bears, and the legendary T-Rex.
• Complex Contraptions: Crystal Dynamics has emphasized that players will need to “harness their wits” just as much as their weapons. The game leans heavily back into the franchise’s namesake, featuring massive, intricate, and deadly environmental puzzles that require keen observation to solve.

Development and Legacy

The announcement of Legacy of Atlantis at The Game Awards in December 2025 sent shockwaves through the gaming community. Crystal Dynamics pulled off a massive double-reveal, dropping the cinematic trailer for both this remake and the 2027 sequel Catalyst on the same night.

To handle the immense workload of developing two AAA Tomb Raider titles simultaneously, Crystal Dynamics split into two teams, bringing on Polish developer Flying Wild Hog (known for the Shadow Warrior reboots and Evil West) as a co-developer for the remake. A single leadership team oversees both projects to ensure narrative and visual consistency across the newly unified timeline.

A major highlight of the game’s reveal was the introduction of British actress Alix Wilton Regan as the new voice and performance capture artist for Lara Croft. Succeeding Camilla Luddington, Wilton Regan was cast to portray Lara across both Legacy of Atlantis and Catalyst, bringing a fresh, dynamic portrayal that recaptures the witty, self-assured spirit of the 90s heroine while maintaining the emotional depth of the modern era.

As of early 2026, anticipation is at a fever pitch, with fans eagerly awaiting a deep-dive gameplay reveal ahead of its planned launch later in the year to celebrate the franchise’s 30th anniversary.

Key Features:

• The 1996 Classic Reimagined — Experience Lara Croft’s genre-defining first adventure, completely rebuilt from the ground up to take full advantage of Unreal Engine 5.
• A New Era for Lara — Hear acclaimed actress Alix Wilton Regan step into the boots of gaming’s most iconic heroine, establishing the definitive voice for the unified timeline.
• Globe-Trotting Isolation — Explore breathtaking, exotic locations lost to time, perfectly balancing modern visual fidelity with the lonely, atmospheric spirit of the original game.
• Deadly Tombs — Put your intellect to the test by solving massive, lethal ancient contraptions and navigating heavily trapped ruins.
• Acrobatic Combat — Trade the survival bow for Lara’s signature dual pistols, utilizing high-speed athleticism to face off against dangerous wildlife and mythical threats.

Planned Release Platforms:

• PlayStation 5 — 2026
• Xbox Series X/S — 2026
• Microsoft Windows (PC / Steam) — 2026