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Steam app 3808690 · updated 10 Sep 2026, 17:07 UTC

Pathogenic

You are a disease. Infect the human body as a lone pathogen in this cellular roguelike shooter. Collect organelles to evolve your parasite in a microscopic arms race against your host's immune system. Conquer a beautiful, procedurally generated world of tiny proportions.

History chartsJuly 2026 to September 2026
Last 30 days−499.2Gain−25.64%% gain2,701Peak
Pathogenic Steam header artwork
Aberrant LabsSlug Disco
855playing now
1,29524-hour peak
5,840all-time peak
1,447average, last 30 days

Game information

Updated 10 Sep 2026, 17:07 UTC
App ID
3808690
Product type
Game
Developer
Aberrant Labs
Publisher
Slug Disco
Release date
16 Jul, 2026
Release status
Released
Early Access
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Action, Indie, RPG, Simulation
Game modes
Single-player, Multi-player, Co-op, Shared/Split Screen Co-op, Shared/Split Screen
Controller support
Full
Declared DRM
Achievements
41
Steam Deck
Verified
Metacritic

Features & support

Steam features

Steam AchievementsSteam WorkshopSteam CloudSteam LeaderboardsRemote Play on TVRemote Play TogetherFamily Sharing

Controllers & input

Full controller supportDualShock Controller SupportDualSense Controller Support

Accessibility

Popular tags

RoguelikeBullet HellTop-Down ShooterLocal Co-OpBullet HeavenAction RoguelikeDifficultDungeon CrawlerShooterCharacter Customization2DCo-opControllerRoguelitePerma DeathProcedural GenerationActionSurvivalReplay ValueCasual
About this gameFull description from Steam
CELLULAR COMBAT EVOLVED In Pathogenic, you are the disease. Experience a visceral 2D roguelike twin-stick shooter where you play as a lone parasite fighting a desperate war against the immune system. Your goal is simple: infect and conquer your human host. To survive, you must adapt. Hunt down enemy cells, rip out their organelles, and graft them onto your own body. Evolve from a simple cell into a complex engine of destruction. Create powerful, game-breaking builds and become the ultimate pathogen. CREATE YOUR OWN PATHOGEN Loot, graft, and assemble your parasite from dozens of unique organelles. Combine flagella for movement, mitochondria for power, secretors for ranged attacks, and spikes for melee combat. Chain organelle effects and discover powerful synergies to build an unstoppable disease vector. FIGHT THE IMMUNE SYSTEM Battle a diverse roster of enemies, from basic immune cells like macrophages and T cells to rival parasites such as tapeworms or protozoa. Formidable bosses are lurking deep within the host's organs. METAPROGRESSION Collect plasmid fragments to permanently upgrade your parasite's plasmid tree between runs. Each parasite will have it's own upgrade tree allowing for a range of builds to suit your preferred playstyle. EXPLORE A MICROSCOPIC WORLD Navigate the procedurally generated organic landscape of the human body. Travel through distinct biomes like the branching pathways of the lungs, the pulsating chambers of the heart, and the complex neural network of the brain. FEEL THE ORGANIC ACTION Our detailed, colorful world is powered by a soft-body physics simulation, giving every cell, enemy, and projectile a uniquely satisfying organic feel. The combination of hand-crafted design and procedural generation ensures endless variety - each run offers a fresh and challenging gameplay experience. JOIN OUR COMMUNITY ON DISCORD
Content & age ratings2 regional ratings

Regional ratings

DEJUS6Violência fantasiosa
IGRS13Kekerasan
System requirementsMinimum and recommended hardware

Minimum

Minimum: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 64-bit Processor: Intel Core i5-6500 / AMD Ryzen 3 1200 or equivalent Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: GeForce GTX 1050 / Radeon RX 560 DirectX: Version 12 Storage: 2 GB available space

Recommended

Recommended: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

macOS

Minimum: OS: macOS 13 Processor: Apple M1 or Intel Core M Memory: 8 GB RAM Storage: 2 GB available space Recommended:

Linux

Minimum: OS: SteamOS 3 / Ubuntu 22.04 Processor: Intel Core i5-6500 / AMD Ryzen 3 1200 or equivalent Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: GeForce GTX 1050 / Radeon RX 560 Storage: 2 GB available space Recommended:
Supported languages12 languages
LanguageFull audio
English
Czech
Portuguese - Brazil
Simplified Chinese
French
German
Italian
Spanish - Spain
Russian
Japanese
Korean
Turkish

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Screenshots & trailersScreenshots and trailers

Trailers

AchievementsTotal count and selected achievements

41 achievements in total.

Show selected achievements (may contain spoilers)
Antibiotics LowAchievement
Antibiotics MidAchievement
Antibiotics HighAchievement
Antibiotics MaxAchievement
FulminantAchievement
PhotosynthesisAchievement
AsymmetryAchievement
ExcitationAchievement
God ModeAchievement
HyperplasiaAchievement

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