Latest news
Stay ahead of v1.1 changes
Fresh patch info, mythic quest unlocks, and download health so you always play the most stable build.
v1.1 Ilios Dawn
New day-night balance, overworld polish, and stability fixes for long runs.
Released Nov 14 — recommended for Nuzlocke players.
New Mythic Encounters
Track down Titan Zapdos and Aegis Lugia in the Temple of Athena questline.
Adds 3 side quests, 2 mythic cutscenes, and badge buffs.
Creator tips on Ko-fi
Official download mirrors, checksum guidance, and controller settings.
Verified by community feedback.
GBC Retro Graphics
Pixel-perfect retro art that keeps the handheld feel of Ilios ruins and coasts.
Greek Mythology Theme
A mythic storyline grounded in Greek legends, temples, and hero trials.
Custom Mega Evolutions
Ilios-tuned Mega forms with bespoke balance and abilities.
Legendary Quest
Titan birds, Aegis Lugia, and multi-phase legendary questlines.
Data hub
Pokédex & tools preview
Quick-look entries, custom mythic forms, and the utilities the community uses to beat Ilios in style.
Gryphon Arcanine
Fire/Flying | Pressure — excels as a late-game sweeper.
Route: Sky Pillars | Weather boost ready
Medusa Milotic
Water/Fairy | Gaze — punishes switch-ins with charm venom.
Hidden in Ilios Coast at dusk
Ares Scizor
Bug/Steel | Forge — gains burn immunity and +10 Atk.
Arena challenge: Temple of Hephaestus
Chimera Hydreigon
Dark/Dragon | Chimera — mixed attacker with mythic coverage.
Elite hunt after Badge 6
Pokémon Showcase
Swipe through Ilios favorites and unlock mythic forms without spoilers.
Starter
Litten
Mythic ready
Starter
Chespin
Mythic ready
Starter
Sprigatito
Mythic ready
Starter
Rowlet
Mythic ready
Starter
Froakie
Mythic ready
Starter
Fuecoco
Mythic ready
Guides & cheats
How to play and stay crash-free
Download instructions, tested cheat codes, and safety notes to keep your run stable across PC and mobile.
How to Patch & Start
- • Grab a clean Pokémon Emerald ROM and back it up.
- • Apply the Lazarus v1.1 UPS patch with Floating IPS or Rom Patcher JS.
- • Use mGBA, RetroArch, or Delta — set save type to Flash 128K.
- • Copy the save to cloud for mobile/desktop play between devices.
Cheats & Codes (stability-checked)
- • Rare Candy: BFF956FA 2F9EC50D (toggle after use).
- • Master Ball: 128898B6 EDA43037 (keep under 20 to avoid flags).
- • Walk Through Walls: 7881A409 E2026E0C / 8E883EFF 92E9660D.
- • Money Max: 29C78059 96542194 — disable before Gym battles.
FAQ
Common questions
Loading indicator
Patch prep monitor
We track the steps you complete so nothing breaks mid-run.
Game info
What you are downloading
Quick facts for Pokémon Lazarus v1.1 so new visitors know the build, platform, and status.
| Game Name | Pokémon Lazarus |
|---|---|
| Creator | Nemo622 |
| Base Game | Pokémon Emerald |
| Genre | RPG |
| Region | USA |
| Platform | Game Boy Advance |
| Language | English |
| Release Date | November 14, 2025 |
| Version | v1.1 (Full Release) |
| Status | Completed |
| Price | Completely Free |
At a glance
v1.1 full release
Fan-made ROM hack set in the Ilios region with Greek myth themes, built on Pokémon Emerald and tuned for GBA emulators across PC and mobile.
Download
Install Pokémon Lazarus in minutes
Platform-specific steps and the official mirror so you can start safely on any device.
Windows / macOS / Linux
- • Install mGBA or RetroArch; set saves to Flash 128K.
- • Patch a clean Pokémon Emerald ROM with the Lazarus v1.1 UPS before loading.
- • Disable rewind; keep fast-forward modest to avoid desync.
- • Back up .sav to cloud (OneDrive/iCloud/Drive) every badge.
Android
- • Use mGBA/RetroArch or a trusted GBA emulator from Play Store.
- • Patch on device with Rom Patcher JS; rename the output to Pokémon Lazarus.
- • Load the patched ROM, set autosave interval short, and keep cheats off by default.
- • Sync saves to cloud so you can continue on desktop if needed.
iOS (Delta)
- • Import a clean Emerald ROM into Delta, then patch with Rom Patcher (web) and re-import.
- • Enable 128K save type; map shoulder buttons for menu/navigation.
- • Use iCloud sync to keep phone/tablet saves aligned.
- • Toggle off fast-forward when entering cutscenes to avoid event skips.
Safety
Clean patch, clean saves
Borrowed from the official fan site so you stay crash-free and legal.
• Always patch from a legal, clean Pokémon Emerald ROM and keep a backup.
• Download only from the official mirror; avoid pre-patched ROMs from random sites.
• Verify UPS checksum before loading existing saves to prevent soft-locks.
• Stick to one emulator version per save to reduce event desync.
Cheats
Safe-mode codes from the community
Verified codes mirrored from the official fan site with stability warnings baked in.
Codes
Use and toggle safely
Rare Candy
BFF956FA 2F9EC50DToggle off after use to keep flags clean.
Master Ball
128898B6 EDA43037Keep under 20 in bag to avoid odd triggers.
Walk Through Walls
7881A409 E2026E0C / 8E883EFF 92E9660DTurn off before cutscenes or gym scripts.
Money Max
29C78059 96542194Disable before Gym/Elite fights to avoid rule breaks.
Rules
Stay in-bounds
• Only use one master cheat at a time; disable before story beats.
• Keep fast-forward off during scripted events to avoid soft-locks.
• Sync saves after each badge and keep a clean backup untouched.
• Report emulator issues with version + platform to support@pokemon-lazarus.net.
Community
See what trainers are doing
Forum previews keep you in the loop — challenge seeds, spoilers, and meta talk in one glance.
Guide • 12:43 best by Bloomy
Speedrun route: 4-badge Ilios split
Optimized starter picks, XP thresholds, and movement tech.
Join discussionStory • Safe tagging enforced
Mythic quest spoilers (hidden legendary path)
Full route to Titan Zapdos with optional dusk-only alt path.
Join discussionStrategy • Updated for v1.1
Arena loadouts for Mega Trials
Team comps for Mega Scizor, Tyranitar, and Garchomp with cheap items.
Join discussionDownload support
Live help
Share emulator screenshots and get fixes fast.
Creator updates
Devlog pings
Ko-fi posts and PokemonLazarusGame.com links, verified.
Engagement
Stay longer
Quizzes, spoiler-safe lore, and showcase reels keep playtime exciting.
Tools
Utility deck for Ilios
Plan teams, log encounters, and verify patches with lightweight utilities built for Pokémon Lazarus.
Encounter tracker
Log first encounters, shiny odds, and time-of-day spawns with spoiler-safe notes.
- • Dupe clause toggle per route
- • Mythic-only spawn window reminders
- • Export to shareable JSON
Team builder
Coverage heatmaps, synergy pairing, and EV presets for Hardcore or casual runs.
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