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Tomb Raider: Catalyst

#71 ▼ −1

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Total hype
3.4 M
Trailer official+media
3.2 M
Buzz creators
230 k
Views gained · 7 days
+9 k
Hype Level
Comments
8 k
Publisher
Crystal Dynamics
Developer
Crystal Dynamics
Genre
Action-Aventure
Platforms
TBC · PC · PS5 · Xbox Series
Release
2027 window
Release dates by platform
  • TBCTBA
  • PC2027
  • PS52027
  • Xbox Series2027

Last official trailer: 24/01/2026 (212 days ago)

Also known as: catalyst

Narrative sequel following the events of Tomb Raider Underworld.

Tomb Raider: Catalyst is #71 in the HypeTracker ranking, down 1 spot(s) this week, with 3.4 M measured views, including +9 k over the last 7 days. Its hype comes 93% from official and media trailers.

Community reactions what the comments are saying · updated 01/08/2026

This week in the comments

No comments were collected or sampled over the past 7 days, so no reliable weekly trend can be drawn right now.

Top reactions and controversies

Two games, one wave of joy

Dominant take
30 %

The simultaneous reveal of two Tomb Raider games and the return of dual pistols sparked a wave of nostalgic euphoria, driving the most-liked comments of the announcement.

« The wait was worth it. All of us were angry we didn't get any news. But let's not lie, this is the best news all of us could've received. 2 games for the next two years. The beautiful model. We got everything we wanted. We were not disappointed. »
— @Abcdegihabetigo · ♥ 875 · translated · see original ↗

Lara's face splits the room

Controversy
20 %

Lara's new facial model has fueled ongoing debate since the teaser: many call it "off" or "AI-looking", while others defend a more mature-looking Lara.

30 % Embracing the new look 70 % Face seen as off/uncanny

Fear of 'woke' content

Controversy
15 %

Rumors (including a 2022 article) about a possible queer storyline for Lara ignited P3 comments, splitting the crowd between boycott calls and defenders of representation.

65 % Boycott / distrust 35 % Wait-and-see / pushback on outrage

The timeline puzzle

Dominant take
15 %

A constant thread tries to reconcile the reboot, classic trilogy and Catalyst into one timeline, often through very detailed fan theories.

« They're merging the timelines with Catalyst. The reboot trilogy is Lara's official origin story, and all other games take place after that. Catalyst is the one set furthest along the timeline. »
— @leojs5673 · ♥ 87 · translated · see original ↗

Camilla Luddington's shadow

Dominant take
10 %

The change of Lara's voice actress keeps resurfacing, with strong nostalgia for Camilla Luddington, seen by many as irreplaceable.

« Farewell Camilla Luddington. You were perfect in every single way. »
— @Zibbit27 · ♥ 800 · translated · see original ↗

Distrust of Crystal Dynamics

Controversy
10 %

Part of the community already claims it will boycott Catalyst, arguing the studio has a track record of letting fans down, while others call for patience before judging.

60 % Boycott declared 40 % Wait for more info

History — sentiment over time

L'annonce Tomb Raider: Catalyst - Teaser Trailer
— % positive — % negative ● = dated event
L'annonce +0
11/12/2025 → 18/12/2025
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Unusable period: zero sample size.
Tomb Raider: Catalyst - Teaser Trailer +40
12/12/2025 → 19/12/2025
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The teaser brought tears of joy... and gritted teeth over the face model.
A shift toward distrust: rumors of 'woke' content, boycott calls and skepticism toward Crystal Dynamics dominate the most-liked comments. -30
Pouls actuel
19/12/2025
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The mood flipped: from euphoria to distrust within weeks.
Release
01/01/2027
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2027
Analysis built from 3 k public YouTube comments on the tracked videos · figures are counts on the sampled corpus · quotes verified and translated (original linked) · never affects the ranking.
Audiencethe measurable side: views, likes and the videos driving the hype

Like rate

New views per day

trailer buzz
Trailer 93% Buzz 7%

Top 5 videos — Trailers · official + media

Top 5 videos — Buzz · creators & reactions

Tomb Raider: Catalyst — quick answers

How many views do Tomb Raider: Catalyst's trailers have?

As of 25/08/2026, Tomb Raider: Catalyst totals 3.4 M measured views: 3.2 M from official and media trailers, 230 k from creator buzz.

When does Tomb Raider: Catalyst release?

Tomb Raider: Catalyst is expected 2027 on TBC · PC · PS5 · Xbox Series.

When was the last official Tomb Raider: Catalyst trailer?

The most recent official video counted for Tomb Raider: Catalyst was published on 24/01/2026 — 212 days ago.

How hyped is Tomb Raider: Catalyst?

Tomb Raider: Catalyst ranks #71 of 102 tracked games by measured views, with hype level “Moderate”.

Is Tomb Raider: Catalyst worth the hype?

Tomb Raider: Catalyst ranks #71 out of 102 tracked games on HypeTracker, with 3.4 M measured views. Its hype is measured from real views, not claimed. Player-side, comment analysis leans negative (25% positive).

Is Tomb Raider: Catalyst's hype dying down?

The buzz is cooling: 9 k views gained in 7 days for Tomb Raider: Catalyst, down from its peaks — the ranking still reflects total measured views.

Is catalyst the same game as Tomb Raider: Catalyst?

Yes — Tomb Raider: Catalyst is also known as catalyst.

What do players think of Tomb Raider: Catalyst?

Based on an analysis of 3 k YouTube comments, opinion on Tomb Raider: Catalyst currently stands at 25% positive and 55% negative.

Why is Tomb Raider: Catalyst controversial?

Lara's face splits the room — Lara's new facial model has fueled ongoing debate since the teaser: many call it "off" or "AI-looking", while others defend a more mature-looking Lara.