Cancelled Tomb Raider Remake Leaked
Fans who were expecting Lara Croft to return with a new game received news that was not exciting but disappointing this time. It was revealed that a larger remake of Tomb Raider: Anniversary was being developed but was canceled in 2019. Moreover, this secret project has now come to light; leaked concept art and early development footage have revealed the lost potential.
Tomb Raider: Anniversary Remake Stuck Halfway
According to the leaked information, Tomb Raider: Anniversary Remake was being developed in partnership with Crystal Dynamics and Virtuos Shanghai. The project initially started as a simple port of the original game, but was later transformed into a comprehensive remake project using the Rise of the Tomb Raider engine. Unfortunately, it is stated that it was canceled just a few months after the first playable version in 2019, due to technical difficulties and other reasons.
Leaked images from the project show that Lara Croft will appear with a brand new and more detailed model. The rejuvenated and redesigned character model both salutes nostalgia and offers an aesthetic that appeals to modern players. The images were first shared by the @infinityTRaider account on Twitter, and then the original sources were accessed via Archive.org.
Tomb Raider fan site CoreDesign confirmed the authenticity of the leak. It is clear that these contents, which previously appeared on the internet and were quickly deleted, are a bit saddening for fans who have been waiting for a new game for years. The fact that Lara Croft has only been on the agenda with remaster collections in the last two years makes the void created by this canceled remake even more palpable.
Although it is known that Crystal Dynamics is currently working on a new Tomb Raider project, the possibility of a deep-rooted and beloved classic like the Anniversary Remake being revived with a modern interpretation seems to be shelved for now. However, this leak reminds us once again that Lara Croft is still not forgotten and players are eager to see this legendary character again.
