The Next Tomb Raider Game Might Get Delayed Into 2027

A new report circulating online suggests that Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis may be delayed to 2027. Currently in development by Crystal Dynamics and Flying Wild Hog, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis is a remake of the original 1996 game. The game plans to reimagine Lara Croft’s debut adventure with enhanced visuals, updated gameplay mechanics, and modern elements, while still preserving the essence of the original experience.

Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis got its first reveal at The Game Awards 2025 and has been generating buzz across the industry ever since. Crystal Dynamics had reportedly been targeting a 2026 release for Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis to coincide with the franchise’s 30th anniversary, aiming to deliver an experience that pays tribute to what started it all and welcomes new fans. However, it seems that the planned launch window may not come to pass after all.

Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis Might Not Release in 2026

In a recent episode of the Tombs, Teas, and Trauma podcast, co-host Tiger Thrills has claimed that one of their sources, connected to Crystal Dynamics or Flying Wild Hog, suggested that Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis has been delayed to February 2027. No reason behind this potential delay has been given, but the same source also suggests that a new trailer for the game could arrive in June 2026, revealing the rumored release date of February 12, 2027. For now, it’s crucial to take these rumors with a grain of salt as developers’ plans can shift unexpectedly, as Fable‘s development has shown.

If Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis is indeed pushed back, it would be a disappointing time for the franchise, as it celebrates its 30th anniversary without a game release to mark the milestone. However, this has also sparked speculation about Tomb Raider: Catalyst, another 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 motorcycle to freely roam around. Some believe that Crystal Dynamics could end up delaying the game, depending on how Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis‘ schedule evolves.

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Players over on social media platforms like Reddit and Twitter have expressed disappointment over the rumored delay, as they had been looking forward to it. That said, given how the gaming industry has seen multiple buggy games at launch, many fans feel it’s better for Crystal Dynamics to take its time polishing the remake rather than rushing out a half-baked experience that’s plagued with issues. At the same time, they also hope that developers share more official updates about the title, whether through gameplay footage or in-game screenshots to show progress, and keep the excitement alive.

Despite the uncertainty, there is still some positive news for the franchise. It’s confirmed that Chronicles of Tomb Raider is set to launch in 2026, promising to explore key aspects of Lara Croft’s backstory, major characters, and answer some of the franchise’s biggest mysteries. Additionally, Amazon Prime’s upcoming Tomb Raider series starring Sophie Turner also remains in development, even after facing a few setbacks. It’s going to be interesting to see what the future holds for the iconic series and how Crystal Dynamics’s next major release helps shape its direction.

Released

2026

Publisher(s)

Amazon Games

Number of Players

Single-player