Indie developer IceSitruuna has announced Parasite Mutant, a new Parasite Eve-inspired horror RPG for multiple platforms.
Parasite Mutant is in development for Windows PC (via Steam, GOG, and the Epic Games Store) and PlayStation 5, with a release set for 2026.
Here’s a rundown on the game, plus its reveal trailer:
Parasite Mutant is a sci-fi horror RPG set in the distant future. Psionic agent Nova was sent on a mission to an abandoned and secluded island city filled with horrifying creatures, not knowing that what happened on the island will completely change her fate.
Features
- Combat System – Parasite Mutant uses ATC (Active Time Chains) which combines the popular Active Time Battle system used in RPGs of the late-90s and a 3-segment chain system. Players will need to time their actions on each segments and decide whether they want to save their energy and do a chain release.[/p]As the gauge fills up, players will need to dodge enemy attacks and launch their attack at the best possible time.
- Art Style – Parasite Mutant uses a semi-realistic anime art style and utilizes modern rendering techniques to give our players a HD visual experience. Additionally, we have introduced a retro filter and CRT filter to bring players back that late-90s to 2000s vibe.
- Setting – Parasite Mutant is a survival horror game with a diverse array of horrifying mutants. In the game, players will solve various puzzles in search of answers and maybe uncover the horrifying secret of this universe.
- Level Up System – Parasite Mutant uses the classic equipment progression system. Players can attach various modules onto their equipment, or enhance their equipment using Plus Points that can be obtained through combat.New Game+
Parasite Mutant has a New Game+ mode that allows players to inherit Plus Points from their previous playthrough. The New Game+ mode unlocks new locations where players have to continue to strengthen themselves and complete the final challenge.- Outfit System – You will be able to change hairstyles, hair colors, outfits, and more.
