Following initial reports, The Game Awards 2025 on December 14 confirmed two major Tomb Raider reveals by Crystal Dynamics: Tomb Raider: Catalyst, a new Unreal Engine 5 adventure in post-cataclysm North India slated for 2027, and Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, a 2026 Unreal Engine remake of the 1996 original. With Alix Wilton Regan voicing Lara Croft, these titles connect the franchise's timeline amid the event's highlights, including Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's Game of the Year win.
Event Recap
The Game Awards 2025, held December 14, featured Tomb Raider as a standout with Crystal Dynamics and Amazon unveiling two titles, building on pre-event buzz. This came alongside Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 winning Game of the Year, underscoring the night's excitement.
Tomb Raider: Catalyst
Set for 2027 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam, Catalyst places a mature Lara Croft in globe-spanning adventures starting amid a mythical cataclysm in North India. Using Unreal Engine 5, it expands the interconnected timeline with ancient mysteries, treasure hunters, and high-stakes decisions in fractured landscapes. Trailers highlighted her dual pistols and innovative gameplay.
Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis
Releasing in 2026, this full remake of the 1996 original modernizes puzzles, exploration, and visuals with Unreal Engine. It revisits Lara's Atlantis journey, enhancing lore cohesion for longtime fans and newcomers alike.
Additional Updates
Alix Wilton Regan (Mass Effect 3, Dragon Age: Inquisition) takes over voicing Lara from Camilla Luddington's Survivor Trilogy. No Nintendo Switch 2 confirmation yet. These announcements coincide with a Prime Video live-action series starring Sophie Turner.
Together, they signal Tomb Raider's vibrant future, blending legacy with fresh narratives.
