Lara Croft, the legendary archaeologist and adventurer, has been popping up across pop culture—except where fans want her most: in a brand-new Tomb Raider game.
From Fortnite to Call of Duty, Lara has become a crossover icon, appearing in multiple franchises while her own series remains on hiatus. While these cameos keep her in the spotlight, longtime fans are left wondering: When will we get a proper new Tomb Raider game?
Lara’s Recent Appearances
Lara Croft’s recent guest appearances include:
- Fortnite – As a playable skin, complete with her classic dual pistols.
- Call of Duty: Warzone & Modern Warfare III – A crossover operator skin.
- Brawlhalla – A guest fighter alongside other gaming legends.
- Various Collaborations – From apparel brands to comic books.
These crossovers prove Lara remains a gaming icon, but they also highlight the absence of a mainline Tomb Raider title since Shadow of the Tomb Raider (2018).
What’s Next for Tomb Raider?
Crystal Dynamics, the studio behind the reboot trilogy, has confirmed that a new Tomb Raider game is in development using Unreal Engine 5. However, details remain scarce, and with the studio also working on Perfect Dark and supporting Microsoft’s projects, fans are growing impatient.
Meanwhile, Amazon is producing a Tomb Raider TV series with Phoebe Waller-Bridge (Fleabag, Indiana Jones 5) as writer and executive producer. While exciting, it’s not the same as a new game.
Why Fans Want More
Lara Croft isn’t just a character—she’s a gaming legend. Her absence from her own franchise feels strange when she’s appearing everywhere else. The reboot trilogy revitalized her story, and fans are eager to see where her journey goes next.
For now, Lara’s legacy lives on through crossovers and merchandise. But the real treasure fans are searching for? A new Tomb Raider adventure.
