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Last Days of Lazarus - Prologue is a single player action game. It was developed by Darkania Works and was released on December 24, 2021. It received very positive reviews from players.

Play the first two and a half chapters from Last Days of Lazarus! Last Days of Lazarus - Prologue is a narrative driven adventure game, played in first person, where you explore mysterious locations, interact with other characters, find documents to piece together what happened in the story, pick up and use various items to solve light puzzles and progress. The Prologue gives you a chance to expl…

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Audience ScoreBased on 38 reviews

story7 positive mentions

The game features stunning visuals and a well-thought-out story that keeps players intrigued.
The atmosphere is immersive and creepy, with effective jump scares that enhance the horror experience.
Players appreciate the unique combination of supernatural elements, political themes, and family drama.

The game suffers from technical issues such as camera movement that can cause nausea and frame rate drops during intense scenes.
Some players found the story lacking depth and the gameplay confusing, leading to a loss of interest.
There are complaints about the sound design and voice acting, with suggestions for improvements in the final release.

story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story has received mixed reviews, with many players intrigued by its complex narrative that weaves together themes of mystery, religious paranoia, and family drama. While some found the prologue compelling and the overall atmosphere engaging, others criticized the story as lacking depth and expressed hope for improvements in the full game. Overall, the narrative is seen as a strong aspect, contributing to the game's appeal despite some reservations.
- “I enjoyed my time with it, and am intrigued about the story buildup and how all these separate pieces fit together with the entire narrative.”
- “Weird but compelling story of mystery, religious paranoia, family drama, politics, and obviously horror.”
- “This game is visually majestic with a very interesting story.”
- “The problem with the story is that it is very lame, but the gameplay is nice.”
- “I hope the story will be changed in the full game.”
- “The graphics, storyline, scare factor, and way this is built are exceptional.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are visually appealing and showcase a stunning technical achievement, though they don't offer much innovation given their Unreal Engine 4 foundation. However, players have reported significant frame rate drops during intense scenes, even on high-end hardware. Overall, the imagery is described as reminiscent of antique stained glass, contributing to the game's exceptional atmosphere.
- “Stunning technical achievement, visuals are amazing!”
- “The graphics, storyline, scare factor, and way this is built is exceptional.”
- “The graphics and imagery remind me of looking through an antique stained glass window on an ancient but well-kept cathedral.”
- “There were also some major frame rate drops during sections where explosions were taking place, no matter what graphic settings, with an RTX 2080 and i9 processor.”
- “The graphics and imagery remind me of looking through an antique stained glass window in an ancient but well-kept cathedral.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is highly praised for its intriguing and well-crafted story, complemented by a spooky ambiance that enhances the overall experience.
- “It has a really cool atmosphere, a well-thought-out story, and there's definitely some spooks!”
- “The ambiance is hauntingly beautiful, drawing you into the world and making every moment feel intense.”
- “The game's atmosphere is immersive, with stunning visuals and sound design that keep you on the edge of your seat.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the gameplay is well-received, with many users praising its quality and execution, despite some criticism of the story being weak. The combination of engaging gameplay and effective storytelling contributes positively to the overall experience.
- “Gameplay and storytelling are on point.”
- “The gameplay is nice, even if the story is lacking.”