Tomb Raider: Catalyst

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Tomb Raider: Catalyst
Tomb Raider Catalyst logo.png
Promotional artwork
Developer Crystal Dynamics
Publisher Amazon Game Studios
Series Tomb Raider
Engine Unreal Engine 5
Platforms
Release
  • WW: 2027
Genre Action-adventure
Mode Single-player

Tomb Raider: Catalyst is an upcoming action-adventure game developed by Crystal Dynamics and published by Amazon Games. [1] The game was revealed during the Game Awards 2025, alongside another title, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis (2026). [2] It is considered as a "direct sequel" to Tomb Raider: Underworld (2008). [3] The game is scheduled for worldwide release in 2027 for PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S. [4]

Set in Northern India, the game follows Lara Croft as she navigates the aftermath of a mysterious cataclysm. This event reveals long-hidden ancient structures and awakens the forces dedicated to their protection. [5] As rival treasure hunters gather in the region, Lara finds herself caught in a conflict between preservation and exploitation. The events that unfold serve as a catalyst for her development as an explorer and archaeologist. [6]

Catalyst makes use of Unreal Engine 5 and is centred around expansive interconnected environments, environmental puzzles, and cinematic storytelling. Lara Croft will be voiced and performed by Alix Wilton Regan, continuing her role from Legacy of Atlantis. [7]

References

  1. "Tomb Raider: Catalyst announced alongside Legacy of Atlantis". Gematsu. 11 December 2025. Retrieved 12 December 2025.
  2. McCaffrey, Ryan (12 December 2025). "Tomb Raider: Catalyst Announced for 2027 and Tomb Raider 1 'Reimagining' Announced for 2026 | The Game Awards 2025". IGN . Retrieved 12 December 2025.
  3. "Tomb Raider: Catalyst picks up "years after" 2008's Underworld, finally continuing Lara Croft's story from the Legend trilogy after almost two decades". Games Radar. 12 December 2025.
  4. "Everything announced at The Game Awards 2025". Windows Central . 11 December 2025. Retrieved 12 December 2025.
  5. "Tomb Raider: Catalyst takes Lara Croft to Northern India in a myth-heavy new adventure". GamesRadar+ . 11 December 2025. Retrieved 12 December 2025.
  6. Romano, Nick (11 December 2025). "Tomb Raider surprise reveals 2 games with new Lara Croft actor: Catalyst and reimagining of 1996 original". Entertainment Weekly . Retrieved 12 December 2025.
  7. "Alix Wilton Regan returns as Lara Croft". TombRaider.com. 11 December 2025. Retrieved 12 December 2025.