Tomb Raider is getting a new installment in the series, and that’s not even the biggest eye-opener in this story. Amazon Games, who produce the game in cooperation with Crystal Dynamics, acts as the developer. Amazon also acts as a publisher.
The game is intended to continue the story of the reboot and rely on Unreal Engine 5 technology. So Lara Croft could shine in a graphically even more opulent light than the new trilogy already did.
What is already known about the new Tomb Raider
Amazon announced the news via press release, which already gives a rough picture of the upcoming new Tomb Raider. This information is available so far:
- Modern technology: Epic’s Unreal Engine 5 forms the technical foundation for the new Tomb Raider.
- No name yet: There is no title for the game yet.
- At the very beginning: Amazon states that the new Tomb Raider is in an early stage of development.
- Big ambitions: The new Tomb Raider is supposed to be the
largest and most extensive to date
become part of the series. - Classic Alignment: The game is supposed to be one
narrative single player adventure
will. - Usual gameplay: Players control Lara Croft through a
Environment that requires exploration and creative wayfinding
solve puzzles and fight against AI opponents.
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That’s what the people in charge say
Scot Amos, Studio Head at Crystal Dynamics, sees the collaboration with Amazon as an opportunity for the franchise. The open formulation of his statement also leaves room for further future cooperation:
They are uniquely positioned to redefine a publishing and development collaboration, and we look forward to embarking on this new journey together, beginning with the development of the biggest and best Tomb Raider game yet.
The Vice President of Amazon Games, Christoph Hartmann, is similarly euphoric about the future together with Tomb Raider:
[…] Our team is incredibly excited to work with the talented and visionary team at Crystal Dynamics to bring the next chapter in the Lara Croft saga to gamers around the world.
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What do you think of the message? Are you looking forward to a new Tomb Raider with Unreal Engine 5 or are you skeptical? Write your opinion in the comments!
