All articles tagged with #crystal dynamics
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Rock Paper Shotgun
The cancelled Perfect Dark reboot was nearly revived with Take-Two as publisher, but negotiations failed over ownership rights, leading to layoffs at Crystal Dynamics and the shuttering of The Initiative, amidst Microsoft's broader layoffs and game cancellations.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Verge
After Microsoft canceled the Perfect Dark game following layoffs at its Xbox studio, it attempted to revive the project by offering it to Crystal Dynamics, but negotiations failed due to ownership and rights issues, leading to the game's abandonment.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Video Games Chronicle
Take-Two's efforts to save Xbox's canceled Perfect Dark reboot through negotiations with Microsoft and Embracer have collapsed, leading to layoffs at Crystal Dynamics and highlighting ongoing challenges in the game's development and franchise ownership disputes.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Bloomberg.com
Crystal Dynamics laid off staff after failing to secure new funding for the Perfect Dark game following its cancellation by Xbox, with negotiations with Take-Two collapsing over franchise ownership issues.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by TipRanks
Layoffs at Crystal Dynamics have negatively impacted Embracer Group's stock, highlighting challenges in the video game industry and corporate restructuring efforts.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Wccftech
Crystal Dynamics announced layoffs due to evolving business conditions, but the development of the new Tomb Raider game remains unaffected, with the project still in progress and expected to be revealed soon.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by GAMINGbible
Fans are excited and anxious over a potential leak about the next Tomb Raider game, which is rumored to be delayed to May 2026 due to a major creative overhaul, with additional details about related series and remasters, though these reports are unconfirmed and should be taken with caution.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Bounding Into Comics
Despite promising that the 'Tomb Raider I-III Remastered' collection would be presented in their "original form, unaltered," it has been discovered that the game has censored a risqué illustration found in the series' first entry, contrary to the developers' disclaimer. The graphic in question, featured on a character's jacket, has been altered in the remastered version, prompting disappointment and criticism from players. The lack of clarity from the developers regarding this change has raised concerns about transparency and honesty in the gaming industry.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by IGN
Crystal Dynamics has unveiled the official redesign of Lara Croft, set to debut in the upcoming game, Tomb Raider Next. The new look, reminiscent of a Lara Croft model from Call of Duty in 2023, features the classic pale blue tank top and brown shorts, along with two handguns and survival tools. The next mainline game in the franchise is being developed in Unreal Engine 5 with support from Amazon Games, marking the first new entry since 2018's Shadow of the Tomb Raider.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Polygon
Tomb Raider developer Crystal Dynamics teases a new "unified" design for Lara Croft, featuring artwork of a post-Survivor trilogy look with classic elements. The new game will unify timelines of Lara's Survivor era and the original Core Design-developed games, and is being developed using Epic Games' Unreal Engine 5. Additionally, fans can revisit Lara's earliest adventures in the recently released Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered collection, and can look forward to a Tomb Raider animated series for Netflix and a live-action series at Amazon.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by PlayStation LifeStyle
Crystal Dynamics' new website for the Tomb Raider series has revealed a new artwork featuring a "unified" Lara Croft, hinting at the studio's direction for the next game. The design is exclusively available to members, and while the game's release date remains unknown, the studio has reassured fans that its development has not been affected by recent layoffs.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by GAMINGbible
Crystal Dynamics teases the upcoming Tomb Raider reboot with a redesigned Lara Croft, showcasing her classic attire and dual pistols. The game, developed in Unreal Engine 5, is expected to be released later this year, and the new website hints at a potential storyline involving Lara as a mentor to young adventurers. This comes after the recent release of Tomb Raider I-III Remastered, which has been well-received by fans, indicating continued enthusiasm for the franchise.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Push Square
Crystal Dynamics is working on a new Tomb Raider game that will bring Lara Croft back to her acrobatic roots, as hinted by artwork found on a new Tomb Raider website. The game is expected to be the "biggest, most expansive Tomb Raider title to date" and will be published by Amazon Games following an announcement in late 2022.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Dexerto
The remaster of the original Tomb Raider trilogy has sparked controversy due to the decision by devs Crystal Dynamics to include a disclaimer acknowledging offensive depictions of people and cultures rooted in racial and ethnic prejudice, rather than removing the content. This has led to debate among fans about whether the decision to keep the content in the game was the right one, with some expressing concerns about the portrayal of harmful stereotypes and the inconsistency in addressing such issues across different iterations of the franchise.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Polygon
Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered, set to release on Feb. 14 for various platforms, features lovingly-restored artifacts showcasing the evolution of gaming over the past 25 years. The collection includes upscaled textures, new lighting effects, and modernized controls, while retaining the original games' charm. However, it also preserves outdated and racially insensitive content, serving as a reminder of gaming's progress. The remastered versions offer a fresh experience with new additions like a photo mode and expansions, making them accessible to a modern audience.