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The Lazarus Game

Enter a brutal arena where you are the entertainment. Survive endless waves of zombies, earn money, upgrade your gear, and satisfy the VIPs watching above — or die trying.

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Sophon Core
Publisher
Sophon Core
Release
May 23, 2026
70 days ago
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About the Game

The Lazarus Game is a hardcore indie horror game where you must survive for as many days as possible by using whatever is at your disposal. The game is intentionally unguided, leaving it up to the player to gradually discover through each run the different actions, possibilities, and items available to them, allowing them to create their own strategy.

No… you’re not here to play. We’re here to play with you.

You awaken alone, with nothing, in the center of a dismal circular arena.
Above you, silhouettes watch — the elite.
You are their entertainment.

Amuse them… and they might throw you a few coins.

But don’t be fooled — you’re not alone.

🧟 SURVIVE

The arena slowly fills with zombies.

Keep them out… or eliminate them.
The more there are, the harder survival becomes.

Every mistake brings you closer to death.

💰 EARN MONEY

Collect as much money as possible to survive longer.

Use your earnings to:

  • Buy items

  • Upgrade your abilities

  • Optimize your strategy

Everything is managed through the terminal.

📡 ATTRACT VIP ATTENTION

Stay alert.

VIPs may offer you special challenges…
High risk, high reward.

Will you accept?

🏆 PUSH YOUR LIMITS

  • Survive as long as possible

  • Beat your records

  • Complete challenges

  • Become an unforgettable spectacle

⚠️ ONE RULE

Don’t disappoint them.

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