What happened to the Prototype?!

Just like any working prototype, the time came for HyperParasite Prototype to transform into something else. Something closer to what we originally envisioned for this project.

Back in November we decided to share the first playable prototype with you. Thousands of you guys downloaded it, and someone even helped us better shape the game with his own feedback. We can never stress enough how important players' feedback is for a small indie team like ourselves.

We now chose to remove the Prototype version from Itch.io because we felt what we have now, several months later, is something closer to the final release of the game.

We still need your help to improve the gaming experience. At the same time, being the project totally self-funded, we need to find a way to support the development. That's why we turned the Prototype into a First Access (a sort of 'soft Early Access') here on Itch.io.

What's changed?

Graphics

All graphics have been reworked.

The first Act is now complete; you can play the first level (Downtown), which features two sub-leves (The Sewers and The Old Sewers).

The first boss battle (Double Trouble) is still there, but it's been completely overhauled and is now even more challenging!

Characters

All the characters have been reworked, both in graphics and animations.

We kept only a few classes from the original Prototype and added a lot more. You can currently snatch and use 15 different classes, each with its own attack and special attack.

Gameplay

The game is now closer to what is usually defined a “rogue-like” experience.

Difficulty is higher than in the Prototype; you can snatch any host body whenever you want and you can also leave it at your will, free roaming as the Parasite itself. But beware: when you play as the Parasite, being hit once means perma-death. Are you up for this challenge?

Controls

By popular demand, we implemented Keyboard+Mouse controls, though we strongly suggest to use a Gamepad.

Can I still download the original Prototype?

No, we removed it. But feel free to contact us and we'll send you a copy, though we strongly suggest to try out the new version of the game.

So what exactly do I get with First Access?

You get the current version of HyperParasite.

It's not complete. It's not perfect. It has bugs. But that's exactly why we need your help!

If you buy HyperParasite First Access now, you'll receive a free Steam key upon release.

Will the First Access version be regularly updated?

Yes. We'll try to do our best to provide you with the latest version of the game.

Expect at least one stable build each month, but there could be more.

When will the final version be released?

We are aiming for a Spring 2019 release.