Bloober Team has announced that Cronos: Lazarus, the upcoming DLC for Cronos: The New Dawn, will launch on December 3, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox, priced at $9.99. The Nintendo Switch 2 version will follow in the first quarter of 2027.
Cronos: The New Dawn is the first survival horror game from Kraków-based studio Bloober Team. Since its release, it has stood out in the genre thanks to its distinctive setting, fresh approach to gameplay, and original merge mechanic, which allows enemies to fuse into increasingly dangerous forms.
The game’s success is also reflected in numerous industry accolades. At Digital Dragons 2026, Cronos: The New Dawn won three awards, including the prestigious Game of the Year title. The game also recouped its development costs within just nine months of release. In June, during the Summer Game Fest, the studio announced the next chapter in the story.
Cronos: Lazarus returns to the dark sci-fi horror universe of Cronos: The New Dawn, expanding on the story introduced in last year’s original. This third-person survival horror builds on Bloober Team’s signature blend of oppressive atmosphere, intense encounters and resource-driven survival, with faster-paced action and more aggressive combat that demand quick thinking and tactical precision.
Players step into the role of the Pathfinder, an agent of the Collective, uncovering the events that led to his tragic transformation into the Warden. Standing in the Pathfinder’s way is the Tracker, a relentless envoy of the Collective tasked with hunting him down before he can complete a revival mission the organization must never uncover. Set before the original game, the DLC explores Pathfinder’s past and reveals new details about the Collective and the consequences of defying its authority.
To survive, players will wield new abilities, including teleportation for rapid repositioning and a decoy that distracts enemies while briefly rendering the Pathfinder invisible. The expansion also introduces the Gladius, a faster, deadlier weapon than the original game’s dagger.
[Watch the new story trailer for Cronos: Lazarus]
Key Features of Cronos: Lazarus
- Discover the Warden’s origins: Uncover the Pathfinder’s journey toward becoming the Warden.
- Fight on your own terms: Experience faster, more aggressive combat that rewards quick thinking and tactical play.
- Master new abilities and weapons: Use teleportation, decoys, and the deadly Gladius to overcome your enemies.
- Escape the Tracker: Survive the relentless pursuit of a new enemy deployed by the Collective.
- Uncover the Collective’s secrets: Embark on a dangerous mission that reveals a darker side of the Cronos universe.
For those who haven’t played Cronos: The New Dawn yet, now is the perfect time to jump in, as the game will be available at 50% off during the Halloween season on Steam, PlayStation Store, Microsoft Store, and the Nintendo eShop. Discount dates and duration may vary by platform.
For more information about Cronos: Lazarus, visit: https://cronosnewdawn.com/lazarus and follow our social media: X, Facebook, Instagram, Discord, and YouTube to receive updates on this one-of-a-kind survival horror experience.
Defy the calling. Bring her back.
[Download the Cronos: Lazarus Press kit]
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About Bloober Team:
Founded in 2008 and based in Kraków, Bloober Team is a passionate house of horror, creating deep and immersive experiences that linger with players. With over 270 creative professionals, they tell stories that are both terrifying and unforgettable.
Its acclaimed portfolio includes Layers of Fear, Blair Witch, Observer: System Redux and The Medium. A major milestone came with the critically acclaimed remake of SILENT HILL 2, developed in partnership with KONAMI. The game received widespread recognition, earning numerous awards and nominations, including Game of the Year at the Horror Game Awards and Best Game of 2024 from IGN Japan.
Bloober Team continues to push the boundaries of horror with its original survival horror IP, Cronos: The New Dawn, while expanding its portfolio across original and licensed franchises. Its upcoming projects include Cronos: Lazarus, an expansion to Cronos: The New Dawn; the next installment in the SILENT HILL series, developed in partnership with KONAMI; and Star Trek: Shadow Frontier, announced in collaboration with Paramount Games.
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