Crystal Dynamics Already Planning Tomb Raider 2 and 3 Remakes Before Legacy of Atlantis Launches

Flying Wild Hog and Crystal Dynamics are reportedly already developing remakes of Tomb Raider 2 and 3, according to PSI France, without waiting for the first remake to hit shelves. Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis launches February 12, 2027, but the studios have apparently begun work on the sequels ahead of that release, signaling confidence in the remake direction.

The Full Scope of the Remake Pipeline

Flying Wild Hog, the Polish studio co-developing Legacy of Atlantis with Crystal Dynamics under Amazon Games, is taking point on the Tomb Raider 2 and 3 remakes. The original Tomb Raider 2 follows Lara Croft hunting the Dagger of Xian while competing with an Italian cult, while Tomb Raider 3 sees her racing across the globe to collect four ancient meteorite pieces. If the remakes stay true to their sources, the games will retain these original storylines while incorporating visual upgrades, new gameplay mechanics, and systems similar to what Legacy of Atlantis is bringing to the table.

Crystal Dynamics recently shared new gameplay footage of Legacy of Atlantis detailing skill trees, progression systems, new weapons, and crafting mechanics—a foundation the developer will likely build the future remakes on. The timing is telling: with Tomb Raider Catalyst confirmed for 2028 and also set in India, where Tomb Raider 3 opens, that game could serve as a testing ground for mechanics and setting work that feeds into the later remakes.

Why This Matters

The fact that two major studios are committing resources to plan sequels before the first remake launches speaks volumes about their belief in the project. The original Tomb Raider trilogy represents some of the most iconic entries in the franchise’s history, and remaking them has long been speculated among fans. The source material gives these remakes plenty to work with—each game has distinct settings, stories, and gameplay focuses that could translate well to modern design.

For players invested in Lara Croft’s legacy, this signals a long-term vision for the remake series rather than a one-off project. The franchise has evolved significantly since these classics, and bringing them into the modern era with updated mechanics, visuals, and storytelling could introduce these adventures to new audiences while satisfying longtime fans who experienced them originally.

The existing Tomb Raider Catalyst release in 2028 could prove crucial for testing how audiences respond to the remake formula and new India-set content before Flying Wild Hog tackles Tomb Raider 3’s own India opening.

What’s Next

All eyes will be on Legacy of Atlantis’ February 2027 launch to gauge how audiences respond to the first remake. From there, the trajectory toward Catalyst and eventually the Tomb Raider 2 and 3 remakes will likely become clearer as development progresses.