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IndividualKex · Published by IndividualKex
Last updated 28 Sept 2026
Plague Architect is a strategic outbreak simulator set in a mall. Evolve symptoms and abilities to spread infection. Watch chaos unfold.
Free
Indie, Simulation, Strategy · More free games
Discover how to evolve symptoms and abilities to wreak havoc in this indie strategy game set within the confines of a mall. Witness the unfolding chaos as you navigate the evolving infection in Plague Architect.
About this game
Plague Architect is a strategic outbreak simulator set in a mall. Inspired by classics like Plague Inc., but on the microscale.
If you're interested in playtesting early builds, join the Discord!
Features
- Craft Your Plague
Shape the disease by evolving traits, from how fast it spreads to how it changes shopper behavior - making them hungrier, slower, or more panicked. - Control Behavior
Watch hundreds of shoppers move, eat, and react in a living mall. Your choices influence their behavior. - Watch Chaos Unfold
Every game plays out differently. Shoppers may barricade zones, panic and scatter, or overwhelm responders. Adapt to random events that change the direction of the outbreak.
Development
The game is currently in early development. I'm a solo developer working on a vertical slice to nail down the core gameplay experience: one mall, one disease type, and a limited set of features. Once this feels great to play, I'll share a development roadmap, including more disease types, scenarios, and long-term gameplay variety.If you're interested in playtesting early builds, join the Discord!
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
Minimum:
- OS *: Windows 7, Windows 10 and Windows 11 64-bit
- Processor: X64 architecture
- Graphics: DX11-supported
Supported Languages
English
Latest news
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Sneak peak
There hasn't been any news for a while, but don't worry, Plague Architect is still in development! Here's a preview of how the game is looking. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/45119107/3efa97893bedf9c20ecca76f5045fdd868d91d15.png There's still a lot of work to be done, and the game is still in the prototyping phase. However, development is now ramping up substantially. Stay tuned for further updates.Read full article on Community Announcements (IndividualKex)
