Preview: Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis Has the Right Lara, But Something’s Missing
At Gamescom, gaming media got their first look at the upcoming Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis through a hands-off presentation led by series stewards Crystal Dynamics and Polish developer Flying Wild Hog. The 30-minute showcase marked a new direction for the franchise under Amazon’s stewardship, following the conclusion of the darker PS4-era reboot trilogy.
The preview came with optimistic expectations about how the franchise would evolve beyond the “dour” tone of the previous generation. However, the journalist’s initial enthusiasm cooled significantly after watching the full presentation. While the game apparently gets the character of Lara Croft right—a key element for the franchise—other aspects fell short of expectations, leaving the viewer with a sense that something intangible was missing from the overall package.
This muted reception raises questions about whether Legacy of Atlantis can successfully revitalize the franchise or if it will perpetuate issues from recent entries. The collaboration between Amazon, Crystal Dynamics, and Flying Wild Hog represents a significant partnership for the action-adventure series, but the early preview suggests the developers still have work to do to generate genuine excitement ahead of release.