Plague Inc: Evolved (PC) FAQs
Contents
- What is Plague Inc: Evolved?
- When is it out and where can I get it?
- Can I play on Linux?
- Is Plague Inc. Evolved different from Plague Inc. on mobile?
- How much does Plague Inc: Evolved cost?
- Why does Plague Inc: Evolved cost more than Plague Inc. on mobile?
- What languages will you be releasing in?
- Will you charge for updates in the future?
- Will I be able to play the Neurax Worm and Necroa Virus on PC, Mac and Linux?
- What are the system requirements?
- Does Plague Inc: Evolved change things for Plague Inc. on mobile?
- What is the next mobile mutation (update)?
- Is it OK to create "Let's Play" videos of me playing Plague Inc. and Plague Inc: Evolved?
- How can I find out more?
Can you infect the world? Your pathogen has just infected 'Patient Zero'. Now you must bring about the end of human history by evolving a deadly, global Plague whilst adapting against everything humanity can do to defend itself.
Plague Inc: Evolved is a new game for PC, Mac and Linux which has been entirely redeveloped from the mobile game (Plague Inc.). It combines the original critically acclaimed gameplay of Plague Inc. with significant, all-new features:
- Competitive Multiplayer - The world is unlucky enough to be infected with two plagues, but how will you win the battle for genetic dominance against your opponent? Players get all new evolutions, abilities and genes to help them fight for global control and destroy their opponent!
- Co-Operative Mode - Two different diseases team up to infect and destroy the world together but Humanity has new tricks up its sleeve to fight back! Work closely with your partner and use brand-new genes, traits and strategies to smash cure labs all over the world before they eradicate you.
- Contagious Content Creator - Hit the lab and develop your own custom scenarios - creating new plague types, worlds and in-game events. Sophisticated tools support user-generated content to let players bring their deadliest ideas to life and share them on Steam Workshop. With over 10,000 custom scenarios already released - there is always something new to infect!
- Blinding Graphics - Full 3D disease models take you closer to your plague than ever before, city-cams show humanity's struggle at street level, and the body scanner highlights the full effect of your mutations, organ by organ.
- Deadly Data - Geek out with stats and graphs; monitor infection and death levels, track government reactions and cure efforts, then review your plague's success (or failure!) with full game replays.
Plague Inc: Evolved is now available on Steam! Check out our Steam page for more information and to purchase.
Plague Inc: Evolved is also now available on Xbox One - check it out on the Xbox store.
Yes - Plague Inc: Evolved is now available for Linux!
4) Is Plague Inc. Evolved different from Plague Inc. on mobile?
Yes – it is very different as we have been able to add a lot of things which would not work on mobile. Plague Inc: Evolved is a new game for PC, Mac and Linux which has been entirely redeveloped from the mobile game (Plague Inc.). It combines the original critically acclaimed gameplay of Plague Inc. with significant, all-new features:
- Competitive Multiplayer - The world is unlucky enough to be infected with two plagues, but how will you win the battle for genetic dominance against your opponent? Players get all new evolutions, abilities and genes to help them fight for global control and destroy their opponent!
- Co-Operative Mode - Two different diseases team up to infect and destroy the world together but Humanity has new tricks up its sleeve to fight back! Work closely with your partner and use brand-new genes, traits and strategies to smash cure labs all over the world before they eradicate you.
- Contagious Content Creator - Hit the lab and develop your own custom scenarios - creating new plague types, worlds and in-game events. Sophisticated tools support user-generated content to let players bring their deadliest ideas to life and share them on Steam Workshop. With over 10,000 custom scenarios already released - there is always something new to infect!
- Blinding Graphics - Full 3D disease models take you closer to your plague than ever before, city-cams show humanity's struggle at street level, and the body scanner highlights the full effect of your mutations, organ by organ.
- Deadly Data - Geek out with stats and graphs; monitor infection and death levels, track government reactions and cure efforts, then review your plague's success (or failure!) with full game replays.
5) How much does Plague Inc: Evolved cost?
Plague Inc: Evolved costs $14.99 on PC, Mac and Linux. This includes:
- Every paid expansion pack that Plague Inc. has received over the last four years.
- Loads of new content updates that we have planned for the future.
- Significant, all-new features for PC. Mac and Linux (including multiplayer, co-op and scenario creator to make custom content) .
6) Why does Plague Inc: Evolved cost more than Plague Inc. on mobile?
Plague Inc: Evolved costs $14.99 whereas Plague Inc. on mobile costs $0.99 + an extra $8.99 for expansion packs (Neurax, Necroa, Simian Flu and Scenarios).
Plague Inc: Evolved costs more because you get a lot more! It includes :
- Every paid expansion pack that Plague Inc. has received over the last four years.
- Loads of new content updates that we have planned for the future.
- Significant, all-new features for PC. Mac and Linux (including multiplayer and scenario creator).
I've thought long and hard about the price point of the game and I believe that $14.99 is a fair price. It reflects the value ot the additional features in Plague Inc: Evolved without being significantly more expensive than Plague Inc. on mobile. I hope you agree - either way, please share your opinion with me :)
7) What languages will you be releasing in?
Plague Inc: Evolved is currently available in English, French, German, Russian, Spanish, Italian, Korean, Portuguese, Simplified & Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Norwegian, Polish and Turkish.
8) Will you charge for updates in the future?
All Plague Inc. mobile updates will be available for free in Plague Inc: Evolved.
9) Will I be able to play the Neurax Worm and Necroa Virus on PC, Mac and Linux?
Yes – all the Plague Inc. expansion packs are in Plague Inc: Evolved.
10) What are the system requirements?
We have worked hard to make sure almost any computer can play Plague Inc: Evolved! Check the store page for specific requirements
11) Does Plague Inc: Evolved change things for Plague Inc. on mobile?
Only in a good way as it will mean more content updates faster for everyone! We have designed Plague Inc: Evolved carefully so that updates can easily be applied to games on PC, Mac, Linux and mobile. We still have loads of plans for Plague Inc. and lots of new updates are on their way. We can’t wait!
12) What is the next mobile mutation (update)?
We will be announcing the next mobile mutation (update) soon. Check back shortly!
13) Is it OK to create "Let's Play" videos of me playing Plague Inc. and Plague Inc: Evolved?
Of course! Ndemic Creations gives you permission to make gameplay footage or “Let’s Play” type videos of Plague Inc. and Plague Inc: Evolved on YouTube or other online video platforms, and monetise them.
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