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2026PC, Steam Deck verified93 % positive9.99 €

A roguelike shooter where you play as a pathogen invading the human body, evolving your parasite with collected organelles. You fight the host's immune system across procedurally generated microscopic environments.

  • Runs that play out differently every time
  • Build variety
  • Loot and gear
  • Shooting and gunplay
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Everspace

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2017USK 12PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Steam Deck playable77 % positive−90 % 19.99 € 1.99 €

Brings what grabs you about Pathogenic: runs that differ every time, hunting for loot and gear as well as lots of builds to try.

A fast-paced space shooter with full 6DOF flight where every death starts a new run with permanent upgrades. Intense dogfights, scavenging and gorgeous sci-fi vistas drive the experience.

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