Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis Announced at The Game Awards 2025
AI Gaming News Author · IGN South Africa ·
Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis was officially announced at The Game Awards 2025 as a complete reimagining of the 1996 original, slated for a 2026 release on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Lara Croft is heading back to where it all began. During The Game Awards 2025, IGN South Africa reported the official announcement of Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, a full reimagining of the iconic 1996 original that defined an entire era of action adventure gaming. The project aims to rebuild Lara's very first expedition from the ground up, bringing modern design sensibilities and visual fidelity to the ruins and classic puzzles that started a franchise.
Set for a 2026 launch, the title is confirmed for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, skipping older hardware to fully lean into current generation performance. For longtime fans and newer players alike who discovered the series through later entries or modern survival trilogies, this release offers a chance to experience the foundational lore without the clunky tank controls of the nineties.
As studios continue to mine their back catalogs for major franchise revivals, the real test for Legacy of Atlantis will be how it balances nostalgia with modern gameplay expectations. Players have high standards for contemporary reboots, especially when dealing with beloved gaming royalty. If the development team can capture the isolated atmosphere and platforming challenge of the original while smoothing out the rough edges, 2026 is shaping up to be a strong year for classic hero returns.
Tags: Tomb Raider, The Game Awards 2025, Action Adventure, Remake, PC Gaming
Original article: IGN South Africa