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Embracer studio Crystal Dynamics continues steady stream of layoffs
Embracer Group studio Crystal Dynamics has continued with layoffs, as indicated by recent comments. The article also touches on discussions regarding the sales performance and market share of various gaming platforms, including PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
Crystal Dynamics announces layoffs, says its committed to upcoming Tomb Raider games
Crystal Dynamics has announced layoffs affecting 20 employees. The studio reaffirmed its commitment to developing upcoming Tomb Raider games despite the workforce reduction.
Lara Croft’s outfits are once again a source of controversy, but not for the usual reasons
Tomb Raider I-III Remastered received an update that introduced new outfits for Lara Croft, sparking controversy among players who suspect the assets were created using AI due to their unfinished appearance and inconsistencies. Crystal Dynamics has denied the use of AI and stated they are working on bug fixes, though players report issues with gameplay, audio, and save data.
Tomb Raider is fine, Crystal Dynamics says, as it lays off employees for the fourth time in the past 12 months
Crystal Dynamics has laid off 20 employees, marking the fourth round of layoffs in the past year. Despite these workforce reductions, the studio remains committed to developing two new Tomb Raider games, Tomb Raider: Catalyst and a reimagining of the original game, with publishing support from Amazon Game Studios.
Uppsägningar hos Tomb Raider-studion – fjärde gången på ett år
Crystal Dynamics has laid off 20 employees, citing the need to secure long-term goals despite ongoing work on two new Tomb Raider titles. This marks the fourth round of layoffs at the studio in the past year. The company remains committed to the development of Tomb Raider: Catalyst and the remake Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis.
Crystal Dynamics Announces A Fourth Round of Layoffs
Crystal Dynamics has conducted its fourth round of layoffs, impacting 20 employees. The studio stated that the upcoming Tomb Raider titles, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis and Tomb Raider: Catalyst, are unaffected. The remake of the 1996 game is slated for 2026, with the new mainline entry arriving in 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC.
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Tomb Raider developer Crystal Dynamics has undergone its fourth round of layoffs in a year, though development on a remake and the game Catalyst continues. Separately, Crimson Desert publisher Pearl Abyss saw its stock price fall by nearly 30%.
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Several gaming news items are covered, including the announcement of Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness coming to Nintendo Switch Online, Netflix's plans for a KPop Demon Hunters world tour, and Aspyr denying the use of generative AI in Tomb Raider Remastered. Additionally, reviews for Crimson Desert are mixed, Crystal Dynamics faces another round of layoffs, and updates are discussed for Fortnite and Counter Strike 2.
Yet More Crystal Dynamics Layoffs Announced as 20 Employees Lose Their Jobs
Crystal Dynamics has announced another round of layoffs, with 20 employees being let go from development and central operations roles. The studio stated it will provide severance and job placement assistance. Despite these departures, Crystal Dynamics remains committed to its upcoming Tomb Raider titles, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis and Tomb Raider: Catalyst.
Crystal Dynamics 'Fully Committed' to Tomb Raider Franchise Despite Fourth Redundancy Round in 12 Months - IGN
Crystal Dynamics has undergone its fourth round of layoffs in 12 months, reducing its workforce by 20 employees. The studio stated it remains fully committed to the future development of the Tomb Raider franchise, including the upcoming Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis and Tomb Raider: Catalyst. This news comes despite the studio's acquisition by Embracer in 2022 and ongoing development of multiple Tomb Raider titles.
Crystal Dynamics is still "fully committed" to Tomb Raider Catalyst despite going through its fourth round of…
Crystal Dynamics has reaffirmed its commitment to Tomb Raider Catalyst, despite undergoing its fourth round of layoffs. The studio continues to work on the project, which is part of the broader Tomb Raider franchise.
"Departures are necessary," Crystal Dynamics say as they yet again lay off Tomb Raider staff, but they're "fully committed" to the reboot and sequel
Crystal Dynamics has announced its fourth round of layoffs in 12 months, with 20 staff members being let go. The studio emphasized its commitment to the upcoming Tomb Raider: Catalyst and the remake Tomb Raider: Legacy Of Atlantis. Affected employees will receive severance pay and job-finding assistance.
Tomb Raider studio hit with fourth round of layoffs in 12 months, but remake and Catalyst development continues
Crystal Dynamics has announced its fourth round of layoffs in 12 months, impacting 20 employees. The studio assured that development continues on the upcoming Tomb Raider: Catalyst and the remake Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis. Tomb Raider: Catalyst is slated for release next year on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Steam.
Aspyr Pushes Back On Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered Outfits Backlash, Insists 'No AI Generated Assets Were Used' - IGN
Aspyr, the publisher of Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered, has denied using AI-generated assets for new outfits added in a recent update, stating they were created by their artists. This comes after significant backlash from players who criticized the quality of the new outfits, with some claiming they appeared "melting" and featured "pixelated and squiggly textures." Aspyr has stated its priority is to release a patch addressing texture issues and technical bugs.
Embracer studio Crystal Dynamics continues steady stream of layoffs
Embracer Group-owned studio Crystal Dynamics has laid off 20 employees, impacting development and central operations staff. This follows previous rounds of job cuts in November 2025 and earlier in 2025 and 2023. The studio reiterated its commitment to upcoming titles Tomb Raider Catalyst and Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis.
Crystal Dynamics reduces workforce by 20 roles
Crystal Dynamics has laid off 20 employees across its development and central operations departments as part of a restructuring to align with long-term goals. The studio reaffirmed its commitment to upcoming Tomb Raider titles, including a remake of Legacy of Atlantis and a new entry, Tomb Raider: Catalyst.
Tomb Raider Dev Announces Fourth Round Of Layoffs In Past Year
Crystal Dynamics, the developer behind the Tomb Raider franchise, has announced its fourth round of layoffs in the past year, impacting 20 employees. The Embracer Group-owned studio stated the cuts were necessary for its long-term goals and that affected employees will receive severance and job-placement assistance. The studio remains committed to its upcoming projects, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis and Tomb Raider: Catalyst, which will be published by Amazon Games.
Legacy Of Kain Fans Can Now Preorder A Stunning Map Of Nosgoth
A new map of Nosgoth, featuring landmarks and characters from the Legacy of Kain series, is available for preorder from Dark Horse Direct for $50, with a tentative release in late Spring 2025. This release follows recent ports and remasters of classic Legacy of Kain titles and the upcoming new game, Legacy of Kain: Ascendance.
Crystal Dynamics Announces Yet Another Round Of Layoffs, Tomb Raider Projects Unaffected
Crystal Dynamics has conducted another round of layoffs, affecting twenty employees. Despite these workforce reductions, the studio has assured that projects related to the Tomb Raider franchise, including the remake Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis and the new adventure Tomb Raider: Catalyst, remain unaffected and are proceeding as planned.
Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered Review
Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered offers a faithful revival of the 2003 action-adventure game, featuring enhanced visuals and an optional new camera system. The remaster continues the complex narrative of Kain and Raziel, exploring themes of free will and destiny, though the core gameplay and combat remain dated. Despite its shortcomings, it serves as a bittersweet conclusion to Raziel's story and a compelling revisit for fans of the series.
