A new report making the rounds online suggests as much Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis may be delayed until 2027. Currently in development by Crystal Dynamics and Flying Wild Hog, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis is a remake of the original game from 1996. The game plans to remake Lara Croft's debut adventure with improved visuals, updated gameplay mechanics and modern elements, while still maintaining the essence of the original experience.
Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis made its first reveal at The Game Awards 2025 and has been generating buzz across the industry ever since. Crystal Dynamics was reportedly aiming for a 2026 release Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis on the occasion of the franchise's 30th anniversary, with the goal of providing an experience that pays homage to what started it all and welcomes new fans. However, it appears that the planned launch window may not materialize after all.
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Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis may not be released in 2026
On a recent episode of the Tombs, Teas and Trauma podcast, co-host Tiger Thrills claimed that one of their sources, connected to Crystal Dynamics or Flying Wild Hog, suggested that Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis has been pushed back to February 2027. No reason was given for this potential delay, but the same source also suggests that a new trailer for the game could arrive in June 2026, revealing a rumored release date of February 12, 2027. For now, it's key to take these rumors with a grain of salt, as the developers' plans could change unexpectedly, as Fabledevelopment showed.
If Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis is actually pushed back, it would be disappointing for the franchise as it celebrates its 30th anniversary without a game release to mark the milestone. However, even this has caused speculation Tomb Raider: Catalystanother title that was also announced at The Game Awards 2025 and is currently slated for 2027. Rumors suggest that Tomb Raider: Catalyst could feature an open world setting in India and players will be able to use Lara Croft's motorbike to move around freely. Some believe that Crystal Dynamics may delay the game, depending on how Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis“the schedule is evolving.
Gamers on social media platforms like Reddit and Twitter expressed their disappointment at the alleged delay as they were looking forward to it. That said, given how the gaming industry has seen several flawed games at launch, many fans feel that it's better for Crystal Dynamics to take their time to polish the remake than rush a half-baked experience that's plagued with issues. At the same time, they also hope that the developers will share more official updates about the title, either through gameplay footage or screenshots from the game, to show progress and keep the excitement alive.
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Despite the uncertainty, there is still some positive news for the franchise. It is confirmed Chronicles of Tomb Raider set to launch in 2026, it promises to explore key aspects of Lara Croft's story, the main characters, and answer some of the franchise's biggest mysteries. Plus, Amazon Prime is coming Tomb Raider the Sophie Turner-starring series also remains in development, despite facing several setbacks. It will be interesting to see what the future holds for the iconic series and how Crystal Dynamics' next big release will help shape its direction.
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2026
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Amazon Games
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For one player
