How to Play Lagos Life
Master the basics in 5 minutes. Everything you need to survive and thrive in virtual Lagos.
Register Free
Visit lagoslife.app and sign up with your email. No download required — the game runs entirely in your browser.
💡 Tip: Use a real email — you'll need it to recover your account if you log out.
Choose Your Starting Background
This is the most important decision in Lagos Life. You'll choose between three birth lottery options:
NEPO
- • Start with ₦50,000
- • Free apartment
- • No rent worries
- • Easy mode
Middle Class
- • Start with ₦10,000
- • Moderate rent
- • Balanced difficulty
- • Most realistic
LAPO
- • Start with ₦2,400
- • Mushin rent ₦2,400
- • Hard mode
- • True hustle
⚠️ Cannot be changed! Choose wisely — this decision is permanent for your account.
Customize Your Character
Choose your character's appearance, name, and gender. This is purely cosmetic and doesn't affect gameplay.
Get Your First Job
Head to a business location on the map and apply for a job. Click "Work Shift" to earn money.
Best Starter Jobs:
💡 Tip: Work multiple shifts before Saturday to have enough money for rent!
Understand the Core Loop
Lagos Life revolves around managing 6 survival needs while earning money to pay rent every Saturday:
6 Needs to Manage:
Weekly Rent Cycle:
🚨 Critical Rule: If you can't pay rent on Saturday, you're evicted and must restart the game!
Ready to Play?
You now know the basics. Click below to start your Lagos Life journey!