Upcoming Horror Game Has Serious Parasite Eve Vibes

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A new game called Parasite Mutant seems to take a lot of inspiration from Square Enix’s popular 1998 sci-fi horror game, Parasite Eve. Although fans have been hoping for an official remake of Parasite Eve, they might have to be satisfied with this upcoming indie game, which feels like a remake in spirit.

Considered a top horror game from the 90s, Parasite Eve is a well-known and important game that had a big impact on the genre. What makes this classic Square Enix title stand out is its emphasis on role-playing elements, letting players try out different character setups each time they play. Even though it was popular and received great reviews, Parasite Eve hasn’t been officially announced for a remake, so fans are looking to projects created by fans, such as Parasite Mutant, with hope.

Parasite Mutant Is a Sci-Fi Horror Game Inspired by Parasite Eve

So, I’m really hyped for Parasite Mutant! It’s coming to PC and PlayStation 5 in 2026, and they’ve already dropped a trailer showing off the gameplay. Basically, you play as a female agent sent to this creepy, abandoned island to check out some weird paranormal stuff. Visually, it’s got this cool anime style, but honestly, it *feels* a lot like Parasite Eve – the atmosphere, the enemy designs, and especially the combat. But it’s not just a copy; they’ve updated things! They’ve introduced something called the Active Time Chain system, which is a fresh take on those classic Active Time Battle mechanics we all loved in JRPGs back in the 90s. Can’t wait to try it out! This looks amazing! Seriously, the trailer is awesome.

A lot of viewers who watched the trailer for Parasite Mutant think it feels like a follow-up to a beloved game from Square Enix. While the game is clearly inspired by Parasite Eve, fans aren’t bothered by the resemblances. One player commented, “If Square Enix isn’t planning to revisit the Parasite Eve series, [I]’ll gladly play this one instead.” It’s important to remember that there have been ongoing rumors about an official Parasite Eve remake for years, but the developer hasn’t confirmed anything. The latest whispers appeared in February 2025, with some sources suggesting Square Enix could announce an official Parasite Eve remake during the February 12 State of Play event.

Those who enjoy older horror games should know that Parasite Mutant isn’t the only game people have compared to Square Enix’s 1998 title. Another indie game, called Heartworm, was seen as similar to Parasite Eve back in July 2025. It also drew comparisons to the classic Resident Evil games. It’s still unclear whether this new indie project will live up to fans’ hopes for a fresh Parasite Eve-style game, or if it will be considered a simple copycat.

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2025-09-29 16:36