Lara Croft, the iconic character from the Tomb Raider series, continues to appear in various collaborations rather than a new standalone game. Since the release of Shadow of the Tomb Raider in 2018, she has joined forces with multiple games including Netflix's animated series, Call of Duty, and World of Tanks, where she appears in a themed Battle Pass. Fans are growing increasingly frustrated with the lack of updates on the next mainline Tomb Raider title, which is reportedly being developed by Crystal Dynamics and Amazon Games, but details remain scarce.

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The latest World of Tanks trailer showcases Lara in a design that connects elements from the classic games with her more recent appearances. While fans appreciate the effort to keep Lara relevant, many are left wanting more from her own franchise rather than just endless collaborations. Concerns are raised about the potential delays in development due to layoffs at Crystal Dynamics and uncertain timelines for release, possibly pushing the next major Tomb Raider installment further down the line.

Will there be a new Tomb Raider game soon?

While there isn’t a confirmed release date, the next Tomb Raider game from Crystal Dynamics is reportedly in development but may take additional time to finalize, with expectations for a release possibly in the future fiscal year.

The Tomb Raider franchise, created by Core Design and later developed by Crystal Dynamics, has been a staple of the action-adventure genre since its inception in 1996. The series has garnered a devoted fanbase, particularly following the successful reboot trilogy that began in 2013, which modernized Lara Croft's character and gameplay mechanics, pushing for a narrative-driven experience with deeper emotional stakes.