Tomb Raider’s journey is heading somewhere unexpected

For years, Tomb Raider has experimented with mobile in smaller ways. Spin-offs, side projects, and lighter experiences made their way to phones, but Lara Croft’s modern, full-scale adventure remained firmly tied to consoles and PC. That gap is finally starting to close.

The 2013 Tomb Raider reboot marked a turning point for the franchise, redefining Lara Croft through survival-focused gameplay, cinematic storytelling, and a harsher, more grounded tone. It became the foundation for everything the series has built since and now, that defining chapter is being prepared for a new audience.

Tomb Raider is set to make its way to iOS and Android, bringing the full modern reboot experience to mobile devices. Rather than a stripped-down version, the release aims to preserve the core campaign, with controls and performance adapted specifically for phones and tablets.

According to current plans, the mobile version is targeting a February 2026 launch window, though the date has not been officially locked in yet. The release is positioned as a premium experience, with pre-orders and pre-registrations already live on mobile storefronts.

The mobile edition is expected to include the complete story alongside additional content, giving players access to Lara’s origin journey without missing key systems or progression elements. Support for touch controls is planned, with optional controller compatibility on supported devices.

As mobile hardware continues to evolve, the move feels less like an experiment and more like a natural expansion of the franchise. For longtime fans, it’s a new way to revisit a landmark game. For newcomers, it’s a chance to experience Lara Croft’s modern beginning for the first time.

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