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About Puzzle Parasite
Puzzle Parasite is a sci-fi puzzle adventure game developed by Wrenfall, released on December 3 2025 for PC. You play as a telekinetic wielder armed with a cricket bat navigating alien labs filled with energy cores deadly lasers and malfunctioning tech. The game blends platforming with physics-based puzzles requiring precise object manipulation and timing. It leans heavily on retro puzzle game sensibilities with modern co-op and multiplayer modes. Expect handcrafted levels that demand creative problem solving and a bit of brute force.
Gameplay
You spend most sessions throwing energy cores at switches triggering platforms or dodging laser grids. The cricket bat doubles as a weapon and tool for smashing obstacles. Co-op play adds layers of coordination, one player might need to hold a core in place while another triggers a mechanism. Puzzles escalate from simple object placement to multi-stage sequences involving gravity shifts and timed laser dodges. Controls are tight but demand precision. Multiplayer introduces competitive elements like racing to solve puzzles first. Sessions often end with a mix of triumph and facepalms over missed steps.
What Players Think
PlayPile users rate it 89% with critics at 91%. Average playthrough clocks in at 11 hours but 68% complete the main story. Community moods are split, 42% call it "frustrating" while 35% praise it as "smart". The 31 achievements unlock at 60% average rate, with "Core Collector" and "Laser Dodger" being the most common. Quotes highlight its "addictive difficulty" and "clever use of physics". Some criticize the lack of save points in later levels. Completionists note 12% of players achieve 100% in co-op.
PlayPile's Take
Puzzle Parasite is a $29.99 test of patience for fans of brain-burning challenges. The co-op mode adds replay value but solo play can feel punishing. If you tolerate trial-and-error puzzle design and enjoy physics-based brain teasers, it offers solid value. Achievements are spaced well to reward persistence. Skip if you prefer gentle puzzle experiences, this one demands multiple playthroughs to master.
Game Modes
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
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