Embracer Group has provided an official release window for Tomb Raider: Catalyst. The next mainline entry in the series is currently slated for the company's fiscal year 2027/2028, covering the period between April 1, 2027, and March 31, 2028.

Quick Facts

  • Developer: Crystal Dynamics
  • Engine: Unreal Engine 5
  • Expected Release: April 1, 2027 – March 31, 2028
  • Setting: Northern India

Setting and Gameplay

Set following a mythical cataclysm, the story follows Lara Croft as she travels to Northern India to investigate ancient secrets and awakened guardian forces. As rival treasure hunters enter the region, players will navigate a fractured landscape to prevent its power from being misused.

Crystal Dynamics intends for this title to feature the largest world in the Tomb Raider series to date. The environment will include deserts, jungles, mountains, and ruins, with a focus on vertical traversal, discovery, and puzzle-solving mechanics.

Upcoming Series Releases

This announcement accompanies news regarding Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, which is expected to arrive in February 2027. If both titles maintain their current schedules, players may see two major Tomb Raider releases within approximately one year.

While the fiscal window is confirmed, Embracer Group has yet to announce a specific release date or month for Tomb Raider: Catalyst.