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Embracer studio Crystal Dynamics continues steady stream of layoffs
Crystal Dynamics, the studio behind Tomb Raider, has implemented further layoffs impacting development and operations staff. This follows previous workforce reductions at the Embracer Group-owned company.
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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.
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.
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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%.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Game Crossovers and Collaborations
Actor Charlie Cox has confirmed he is working on another video game project, stating that Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 "opened a new avenue for my professional work." The article also briefly mentions a Tomb Raider TV show.
Tomb Raider TV Show Footage Leaks From Set, Showing Sophie Turner Kicking Ass
Footage has leaked from the set of Amazon Prime Video's upcoming Tomb Raider television series, showing star Sophie Turner in action. The series, created by Phoebe Waller-Bridge, does not yet have a release date. The article also briefly mentions upcoming Tomb Raider games, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis and Tomb Raider: Catalyst.
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Aspyr Drops Tomb Raider I-III Remastered with a New Challenge Mode on Android
Aspyr and Crystal Dynamics have released Tomb Raider I-III Remastered on Android, marking the collection's debut on mobile platforms. The update includes a new Challenge Mode with adjustable difficulty settings, 10 new outfits for Lara Croft, and an expanded achievement list. The collection features the first three Tomb Raider titles with their respective expansions and offers upgraded graphics with the option to switch to classic visuals.
Tomb Raider I–III Remastered Gets Free Challenge Mode Update with New Outfits and Achievements | Invision
Aspyr and Crystal Dynamics have released a free update for Tomb Raider I–III Remastered Starring Lara Croft, introducing a new Challenge Mode with customizable difficulty settings, 10 new outfits, and 15 new achievements. The remastered trilogy is also now available on Nintendo Switch 2, iOS, and Android, with mobile players able to try the first level for free.
The Best Way To Watch Fallout On Prime Is Getting More Expensive
Prime Video is increasing the monthly cost for its ad-free subscription tier from $3 to $5 starting April 10, rebranding it as "Prime Video Ultra." This new tier will offer 4K streaming, up to five concurrent streams, and 100 downloads, while the standard ad-supported plan remains unchanged. The price hike comes as Amazon invests further into the service, which also hosts popular shows like Fallout and upcoming series based on God of War and Tomb Raider.
Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Gets A Switch 2 Release, Free Upgrade "Coming Soon"
Tomb Raider I-III Remastered is now available on the Nintendo Switch 2, offering enhanced visuals and performance. Existing owners of the Switch version will receive a free upgrade soon. A new Challenge Mode update with custom difficulty and outfits is also available for all versions, coinciding with the 30th anniversary of Tomb Raider.
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Readers discuss the potential competition between the upcoming PlayStation 6 and Microsoft's Project Helix (likely the next Xbox console), with concerns raised about pricing, naming conventions, and the potential impact of simultaneous releases. Other topics include the effectiveness of game age ratings, the future of the Battlefield franchise, and the perceived arrogance of Microsoft's console strategy.
