Mixed · 7 reviews
57% positive (4 / 7)
Parasite is a non-linear retro platformer with a mix of action and puzzles. The player controls an alien worm wanting to get rid of a human space colony on his planet. There are multiple shapes to unlock and to switch between to facilitate the navigation and sabotage the complex.
Released
January 19, 2016
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Linux · Windows
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September 25, 2026
Thanks to all the voters who supported Parasite through the early stages and Greenlight process !
Parasite is a non-linear retro platformer with a mix of action and puzzles. The player controls an alien worm wanting to get rid of a human space colony on his planet. There are multiple shapes to unlock and to switch between to facilitate the navigation and sabotage the complex.
- 4 unique environments with their own specificities
- 4 shapes to unlock, each providing an exclusive ability
- Non-linear level design allowing for routing choices
- Use health as a resource to change shape and work around obstacles
- Integrated timer, for the speedrun enthusiasts
- Deactivate all 8 station modules before too many humans can escape !
- Controller support (360 gamepad compatible recommended) and keyboard customisation
