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Topics: Tomb Raider
A Tomb Raider remake is on the way later this year, and it’s one that we never knew we needed, until now.
Without question, the Tomb Raider series is one of the most iconic properties in the video game industry, ever since its inception on the original PlayStation in 1996.
The Tomb Raider series is inspired by the legendary Indiana Jones movies, only with these games, we’re globe-trotting, raiding tombs for artefacts, shooting bad guys in the face and getting chased by dinosaurs as Lara Croft.
Since its inception, the Tomb Raider series has evolved a lot. Granted, it’s always been a 3D experience, at least for the mainline games in the series, but when it comes to combat, exploration, and visuals, modern-day Tomb Raider is truly next level.
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Now, we’re eagerly awaiting two new games in the series, one being a new remake of the original game, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, and a brand new story with Tomb Raider: Catalyst.
However, before both of those two new Tomb Raider games grace us with their presence, we have this fantastic fan-made demake of the original trilogy.
A trailer for the demake was shared by one of its creators, DelcaTheKitten, on Twitter, and rather than being a polygon 3D world, this is a 2D side-scrolling experience, and it looks like a totally natural fit. Honestly, I can see this as an official release.
“Classic Tomb Raider, fully reimagined as a side-scroller,” they tweeted.
“A project developed by me (Delca) and Trxye, we're incredibly happy to announce that it's now complete! Planned release: May 2026
Here's a trailer showcasing gameplay and features.”
Some commentators on the thread did share concerns that the project might be taken down by its current license holder, Amazon Games Studios, but with this being a profit-free fan project, it should be safe from a cease and desist (hopefully).
“OMG, this is so amazing,” replied Tochka__26.
“YOOO, this is fire,” said SiKthYEXP.
“Which storefronts will it be released on?” asked HourSilver75, to which DelcaTheKitten replied, “It will be released for free on @trcustomsorg, a fansite for all Tomb Raider fan games!”
As for the two upcoming official releases, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis is expected to arrive at the end of this year, and Tomb Raider: Catalyst sometime in 2027. That’s assuming there’s no delay, of course.
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