Puzzle Parasite — patch notes and updates
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Dated developer announcements recorded from Steam. Open the source for the complete update.
| Update | Date | Excerpt / source |
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| Puzzle Parasite is Out Now! | 2025-12-03 | Hey Astronauts!We’re incredibly excited to finally say this: Puzzle Parasite is officially out now on Steam! This is our first game as Wrenfall, made by a small team of developers who really love puzzle games and today you can finally jump in and explore the strange alien world we’ve been building. What’s Puzzle Parasite?It’s a first-person puzzle adventure where you use telekinesis and a cricket bat to solve physics-based puzzle challenges. If you enjoy games that make you stop, think you’ll probably enjoy with this one.Puzzle Parasite was built to be played at your own pace, a space where logic guides the player. Our focus was on creating s |
| Steam Deck Full Compatibility | 2025-11-28 | Hello!We’re excited to share that we’ve rolled out an update improving the experience on the Steam Deck. Smoother performance, readable fonts and better controls!As always, if you have any suggestions, drop your feedback in the community hub.Enjoy playing Puzzle Parasite on your Steam Deck |
| Puzzle Parasite launches December 3rd! | 2025-11-27 | Hello, Astronauts! The moment has almost arrived! Puzzle Parasite launches on December 3rd, 2025. Mark your calendars, Wishlist the game, and tell your friends!What to ExpectA cozy but thrilling first-person puzzle adventure.Calming sound effects and music that make every moment satisfying.Explore and uncover the mystery at your own pace — no pressure, no timers.Every level is handcrafted with purpose. No filler. No repeats.Puzzle design inspired by classics like Portal and The Talos Principle.Smooth first-person, room-based puzzle challenges.A super-satisfying Cricket Bat and Distance Grab ability, made to feel great every time you use them. |
| Puzzle Parasite Demo Update – Skip Tokens, Smarter Cores, and Smoother Feel! | 2025-10-17 | Hey Astronauts! 👋We’ve been keeping an eye on all your feedback and observations (thank you for sharing them, seriously, it helps so much). Today, we’re rolling out another round of improvements to the Puzzle Parasite demo — making it more accessible, more readable, and even more satisfying to play.New Feature: Skip TokensSometimes you just need a little breather — we get it. You can now use skip tokens to move past a puzzle that’s got your brain tied in knots.They’re limited, though, so use them wisely! The goal is to help you keep progressing — not to avoid every “aha!” moment.Fixes & ImprovementsFixed bug where players could hit core orbs |
| Live Playthrough with Bragapple, Puzzle Parasite Gameplay Stream | 2025-10-16 | Hey Astronauts!We have just updated with a live broadcast ːsteamthumbsupːWhat to expect!Full gameplay showcase with commentarySingle player experience from start to finishDont forget to wishlist the game and follow for more updates! |
| Puzzle Parasite Demo Update | 2025-10-14 | Hey Astronauts! 👋We’ve been listening and observing carefully to all your feedback on the demo and we’re thrilled to share a new update with you!We’ve just rolled out a fresh update to the Puzzle Parasite demo, packed with gameplay improvements and visual upgrades.Gameplay & Visual ImprovementsImproved third-person animations — smoother movement for a more natural feel.New impact effects for cores and players Ledge detection added — hopefully leading to fewer accidental falls ːsteamthumbsupːImproved logic for picking up cores — more reliable interactions and smoother controlFixes & Quality-of-LifeFixed an issue where players could die again |
| We Made It to Steam Next Fest! | 2025-10-13 | Hello Astronauts! 👋We’re beyond excited to share that Puzzle Parasite is officially part of Steam Next Fest! Our free demo is now live and its time to get your brain ready for a real logic workout. You’re an astronaut with a cricket bat, solving physics-driven puzzles using energy cores and light constructs. Play solo or with a friend… teamwork optional, bragging rights guaranteed. 😉What is Puzzle Parasite?Puzzle Parasite is a physics cricket-bat-wielding sci-fi puzzle adventure a handcrafted homage to the classics that challenged how we think, like Portal, The Talos Principle, and Antichamber.You’ve got a bat, alien gadgets that probably w |
| Co-op Demo Campaign Update! | 2025-10-02 | Puzzle Parasite Demo has co-op now!Hey everyone! We’re excited to share our big update! Puzzle Parasite now has co-op!Play the Demo with a FriendWe’ve added a dedicated co-op campaign with puzzles designed specifically for two players. You’ll need to:Team up and solve challenges togetherSolve puzzles that require timing and communicationDiscover how teamwork can make things easier… or way more chaoticGrab a friend, grab your cricket bats, and dive in! Visual UpdatesWe’ve polished up lighting, textures, and effects to make the world feel more alive and immersive.Other ImprovementsGeneral bug fixes and optimizationsFixed soft lock issues |