Alix Wilton Regan, who was recently announced as the new Lara Croft, was previously involved in the Perfect Dark reboot, which was unexpectedly canceled by Microsoft after significant progress. She expressed her shock and disappointment over the cancellation, which also led to job losses and the disbanding of the project team. Wilton Regan is now focused on her role as Lara Croft, but she remains fearful of losing this new role, similar to her experience with Perfect Dark. Her first appearance as Lara will be in Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis.
Crystal Dynamics announced two new Tomb Raider games: a remake of the 1996 original called Legacy of Atlantis, focusing on modern gameplay while honoring the original, and Catalyst, set after Tomb Raider: Underworld, featuring an older Lara in Northern India. Both games aim to unify Lara's past and future, with shared technology and a consistent look, and are scheduled for release in 2026 and 2027 respectively on PC and next-gen consoles.
Tomb Raider: Catalyst is set after Tomb Raider: Underworld in the series timeline and features a more experienced Lara Croft. The game is designed to be accessible to both new and returning players and will be released in 2027 for modern consoles and Steam. It follows the recent Survivor trilogy and precedes the upcoming Legacy of Atlantis remake.
Camilla Luddington, the voice of Lara Croft in recent Tomb Raider games, has bid farewell to her role as she passes the torch to Alix Wilton Regan, who will take over as Lara Croft in upcoming games and a new TV series, with the franchise celebrating its 30th anniversary.
The article announces the upcoming Tomb Raider games 'Catalyst' (2027) and 'Legacy of Atlantis' (2026), with new actress Alix Wilton Regan taking over as Lara Croft, replacing Camilla Luddington, who expressed gratitude for her time portraying the iconic character.
Camilla Luddington, who portrayed Lara Croft in the Survivor trilogy, has officially passed the role to Alix Wilton Regan, who will star in upcoming Tomb Raider games and projects, including the remake of the first game and a new TV series. Luddington expressed pride in her work and gratitude to the fandom, while Regan is excited to begin her new role, promising that 'we're just getting started.' The new games are set for release in 2027 and next year, respectively.
Amazon's live-action 'Tomb Raider' series, starring Sophie Turner as Lara Croft, is moving into production with Phoebe Waller-Bridge as creator and co-showrunner, set to start filming in January 2024, after overcoming previous script delays.
The recent Tomb Raider remastered collection faced criticism after it was discovered that AI-generated dialogue was used, without the original voice actor Françoise Cadol’s consent, sparking broader concerns about AI's use in voice work and the #TouchePasMaVF campaign by French voice actors. Tomb Raider co-creator Paul Douglas commented on the issue, highlighting industry-wide concerns.
Sophie Turner is reportedly in negotiations to play Lara Croft in Amazon's upcoming live-action Tomb Raider TV series, which will be written by Phoebe Waller-Bridge. This follows previous portrayals of the iconic character by Angelina Jolie and Alicia Vikander. The series, described as "epic" and "globe-trotting," will air on Prime Video, though no release date has been announced yet. Additionally, Amazon plans to publish a new Tomb Raider game and release a remastered version of Tomb Raider 4-6 next year.
Sophie Turner is in talks to star as Lara Croft in Prime Video's upcoming adaptation of the Tomb Raider franchise, with Phoebe Waller-Bridge involved in the project. This follows a long line of actresses who have portrayed the iconic character, including Angelina Jolie and Alicia Vikander. Waller-Bridge, a fan of the series, aims to continue the legacy of tomb raiding with Turner's potential involvement.
Sophie Turner is in talks to play Lara Croft in Amazon's upcoming 'Tomb Raider' series, written and executive produced by Phoebe Waller-Bridge. The series, part of a larger multimedia project by Amazon, aims to connect various forms of the 'Tomb Raider' franchise. Turner, known for her role as Sansa Stark in 'Game of Thrones', is among several actresses considered for the role, with Amazon declining to comment on the casting process.
Sophie Turner is in talks to play Lara Croft in Amazon's upcoming 'Tomb Raider' series, which is being developed by Phoebe Waller-Bridge. The series, described as "epic" and "globe-trotting," is a high-profile adaptation of the popular video game franchise. Turner, known for her role as Sansa Stark in 'Game of Thrones,' is set to headline this project, which is produced by Crystal Dynamics and Amazon MGM Studios.
Microsoft has announced a new lineup of games coming to Xbox Game Pass from April 2nd to April 16th, including titles like Lego 2K Drive, EA Sports PGA Tour, and Shadow of the Tomb Raider. Superhot: Mind Control Delete is already available on the service. Additionally, six games, including Back 4 Blood and Amnesia: Rebirth, will be leaving Xbox Game Pass in mid-April but will be discounted by at least 20% until then.
The original Tomb Raider trilogy has been re-released with updated graphics for the Nintendo Switch, offering players the chance to revisit the iconic games. While the remastered versions provide a fresh coat of paint, they also come with frustrating control issues. Despite this, the ability to switch between original and remastered graphics, along with a convenient save feature, makes the trilogy a nostalgic and entertaining experience for both longtime fans and newcomers.
