Price check · Updated November 10, 2026
A rogue-lite twin-stick shooter/brawler that never plays the same twice. Collect and control 60 different characters as the body-snatching alien Parasite with a grudge against humanity. Fight to the top of the food chain: possess the President, push the Big Red Button and one-up the human race.
Works best on Windows PC and Steam Deck
Best current price at WinGameStore
A guide from price history and sale dates, not a promise.
Lowest price ever: $1.43 (October 2025)
| Store | Price | Usual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| WinGameStore | $1.79 | $17.99 | Buy |
| GamersGate | $1.80 | $17.99 | Buy |
| Fanatical | $14.93 | $17.99 | Buy |
| Gamesplanet | $16.19 | $17.99 | Buy |
| Steam | $17.99 | $17.99 | Buy |
| IndieGala | $17.99 | $17.99 | Buy |
| GreenManGaming | $17.99 | $17.99 | Buy |
| GOG | $17.99 | $17.99 | Buy |
HyperParasite is a roguelite twin-stick game set in an alternate 1980s, where an alien parasite tries to take over humanity. On its own, the parasite is weak, so you take over the bodies of people you meet, each with their own weapons and abilities. There are 60 characters to unlock, and the ultimate goal is to work up the ladder, all the way to possessing the President.
Each run is randomly generated and can end quickly if you are careless, so it rewards quick reactions and choosing hosts well. You can play alone or with a friend in local co-op. HyperParasite suits players who like fast, replayable shooters with a sense of humor.
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| Developer | Troglobytes Games |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Nicalis, Inc., Hound Picked Games |
| Released | Apr 3, 2020 |
| Metacritic | 71 / 100 |
| Languages | 12: English, Italian, German, Polish, Portuguese - Portugal, Portuguese - Brazil and more |
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7/8.1/10 x64 | Windows 7/8.1/10 x64 |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-760 (4 * 2800) or equivalent / AMD Athlon II X4 645 AM3 (4 * 3100) or equivalent | Intel Core i5-4670K (4 * 3400) or equivalent / AMD FX-6350 (6 * 3900) or equivalent |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM | 6 GB RAM |
| Graphics | GeForce GTX 460 (1024 MB) / Radeon HD 6850 (1024 MB) | GeForce GTX 660 (2048 MB) / Radeon HD 7970 (3072 MB) |
| Storage | 3 GB available space | 3 GB available space |
How this game plays best, and the gear to match: a best-value pick and an upgrade for each.
Headset for co-op voice chat
HyperParasite is better with friends on voice. The Cloud III has a clear detachable mic; the G733 goes wireless for long co-op nights.
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Upgrade pickLogitech G733 Lightspeed Wireless HeadsetMonitor for the best visuals
Show off HyperParasite on a sharp 1440p screen. The SANSUI is the budget pick; the 32-inch curved Odyssey wraps the picture around you.
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Upgrade pickSamsung Odyssey G55C 32-inch QHD Curved MonitorMicrophone
For crisp voice chat or streaming HyperParasite, a desk mic beats any headset mic. The AM8 is a great USB starter; the QuadCast S is the creator favorite.
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Upgrade pickHyperX QuadCast SController
HyperParasite plays great on a controller. The 8BitDo Ultimate 2C is a cheap, reliable PC pad; the Ultimate 2 adds drift-free Hall effect sticks and a charging dock.
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Upgrade pick8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless ControllerLow-latency mouse
Fast aim in HyperParasite needs a light mouse with a quick wireless link. The G305 is a cheap lag-free wireless pick; the Superlight 2 is what pros use.
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Upgrade pickLogitech G Pro X Superlight 2Steam Deck storage
HyperParasite runs on Steam Deck. A fast microSD card adds room for it and the rest of your library.
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Upgrade pickSanDisk 512GB microSD for Nintendo SwitchPrices change often, so check the latest price on Amazon. SteelGames may earn a small commission on purchases.
The lowest recorded price is $1.43 in October 2025.
The best current price we found is $1.79 at WinGameStore, against a usual price of $17.99.
Lean wait. Lean wait. $1.79 is 25% above its lowest price on record ($1.43). Next big sale: Black Friday weekend, in 17 days. In the 393 days we have tracked it, it dipped below today's price 2 times.
