The article discusses the excitement around the return of classic Lara Croft outfits in the upcoming game Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, highlighting five nostalgic outfits from previous titles that fans would love to see included, emphasizing the importance of Lara's fashion in the series' appeal.
The developers of Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis plan to adjust the game's difficulty for modern players while retaining classic elements like puzzles and iconic obstacles, aiming for a 2026 release on multiple platforms, amidst changes in voice acting and a broader franchise redefinition including a new TV series.
The announcement of Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis and Tomb Raider: Catalyst has sparked speculation about retcons to fit a new unified timeline, especially for the franchise's story-heavy games, as the series prepares for its 30th anniversary and a potential interconnected universe with a new TV series.
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.
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.