It’s been almost two decades since we were first introduced to Lara Croft, the Tomb Raider. What started as a classic action-adventure on PC and consoles slowly cemented itself as a franchise. Over the years, there were multiple iterations of Tomb Raider, with a modern upgrade starting in 2013. Well, that upgrade is ready to get another enhancement with the latest Tomb Raider Catalyst.
At The Game Awards 2025 announcements, Crystal Dynamics announced the latest addition to the Tomb Raider franchise. The adventure set in India was shown as the most modern take on Lara Croft’s journey. Here’s everything you need to know about the game.
Tomb Raider Catalyst Release Date and Platforms
Announced at The Game Awards 2025, Tomb Raider Catalyst is set to release in 2027, combining Lara Croft’s ancient adventures with a modern twist. The game will be released for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC through Steam.
As a fan of Tomb Raider, I am excited for what is to come with the latest entry in the iconic action-adventure franchise. One thing you can be sure of is that Crystal Dynamics will bring their A-game to their biggest creation so far with Tomb Raider Catalyst.
Everything You Need to Know About Tomb Raider Catalyst and Its Gameplay
From the reveals, leaks, and glimpses, we can see Tomb Raider Catalyst taking the boldest leap in Lara Croft’s story. This new chapter, fully powered by Unreal Engine 5, brings realism and exciting realism to the world of Lara Croft. In Catalyst, you take the mantle of Lara (obviously), but this time, the wilderness of the adventures takes you to the ancient history of Northern India.
In terms of gameplay, we see a more confident Lara compared to the one we saw in the 2013 Tomb Raider trilogy. She is more fierce character while being in a similar character, looking for the answers behind the mystery. Gameplay mechanics showcase the iconic parkour of the modern Tomb Raider games with more outlandish terrains and risky environments.
Moreover, we see Lara using her iconic dual pistols with some exciting new gadgets in the mix. In the new gadgets, you will see the wrist-mounted grappling tool for better traversal and combat. As mentioned in some early rumors, we will get more such gadgets, possibly infused with mythical powers, in Tomb Raider Catalyst. Alex Wilton Regan, who has appeared in Cyberpunk 2077 and Mass Effect 3, will be the new voice of Lara Croft.
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Does Tomb Raider Catalyst follow the story from the 2013 trilogy?
Catalyst does not continue the reboot trilogy directly. It acts as a fresh chapter that keeps Lara’s modern personality while sending her into a new mythic mystery set in Northern India.
When is Tomb Raider Catalyst coming out?
Crystal Dynamics confirmed a 2027 launch window during The Game Awards. The studio has not shared a specific month yet.
Which platforms will Tomb Raider Catalyst release on?
The game is set for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC through Steam. There is no sign of older hardware support, since Catalyst is built entirely around Unreal Engine 5’s next-generation features.
Ishan Adhikary
