Tomb Raider Update Set for The Game Awards After Remake Leak

Get ready for some exciting news at The Game Awards on December 11, as Lara Croft is set to make a comeback. Host Geoff Keighley teased, “Lara Croft returns at The Game Awards,” encouraging fans to tune in for a glimpse into the future of this legendary franchise. He emphasized, “This is one you won’t want to miss.”

The buzz around a Tomb Raider announcement comes on the heels of reports suggesting a remake of the original 1996 Tomb Raider is in development and will be unveiled during the event. Additionally, Crystal Dynamics is hard at work on the next installment of Tomb Raider, with Amazon stepping in to publish it. On top of that, Amazon is also producing a live-action Tomb Raider series for Prime Video, featuring Sophie Turner from Game of Thrones.

The Game Awards kick off on Thursday, December 11, at 5 PM PT / 8 PM ET. Alongside the Tomb Raider reveal, fans can expect announcements for a new Total War game, a fresh trailer for Resident Evil Requiem, and updates on Devil May Cry Season 2 from Netflix. The event will also celebrate the best in gaming, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leading the pack with 12 nominations, including Game of the Year, making it the most-nominated game in the show’s history.