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"Sometimes you need fresh perspectives" – How external development helped Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis

GamesIndustry.biz reports that Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis is being rebuilt as a full reworking of Lara Croft’s 1996 debut, with Crystal Dynamics handing core development to Flying Wild Hog. …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 2 weeks, 3 days ago
"We're not trying to replace it. This is very much a love letter": Why Crystal Dynamics is remaking the original Tomb Raider (again)

Crystal Dynamics is remaking the 1996 Tomb Raider again, this time as Legacy of Atlantis with Flying Wild Hog, targeting February 2027. The studio says the goal is not to …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 3 months ago
Crystal Dynamics using generative AI for early prototyping, but "finished content is human-created"

Crystal Dynamics says it’s using generative AI only for early prototyping, mainly to visualize ideas before committing dev time. The studio says final Tomb Raider content is still human-created, but …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 3 months, 1 week ago
Embracer studio Crystal Dynamics continues steady stream of layoffs

Crystal Dynamics has laid off another 20 employees, impacting both development and operations teams. This ongoing trend raises concerns about job security in the industry, particularly for those in creative …

News Game Developer · 6 months ago
Crystal Dynamics reduces workforce by 20 roles

Crystal Dynamics has laid off 20 employees as part of a restructuring effort to align with long-term goals. This decision follows previous layoffs in 2025, affecting various roles within the …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 6 months ago
Embracer-owned Crystal Dynamics confirms another round of layoffs

Crystal Dynamics, the developer behind the Tomb Raider franchise, has confirmed another round of layoffs in 2025. This marks the third round of job cuts for the studio this year, …

News Game Developer · 10 months ago
Crystal Dynamics announces third round of layoffs this year, 30 workers affected

Crystal Dynamics has announced its third round of layoffs this year, impacting 30 employees across various departments. This decision raises concerns about the studio's stability and future projects, highlighting the …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 10 months ago