Frequently Asked Questions

> When is Paralives coming out?

The game is set to release in Early Access for everyone to play in 2025. The exact date will be announced as we get closer to the release. Please read this public Patreon post for more info about that.

> Is this an online game?

This is a single player game and it does not require an internet connection to play.

> Where can I get the game when it releases?

The game will be available on Steam for PC and Mac.

> Is Paralives available for pre-order?

No, but you can add it to your wishlist on Steam! It's almost like a pre-order but without having to spend money!

> Is there a beta phase planned?

There is no open beta phase planned.

> Is there a first person or third person mode?

Paralives does not have a first person or third person mode. The camera will be a free 3D camera, like in other simulation games.

> Will Paralives be available on consoles?

There are no plans for console versions at the moment.

> Will Paralives be available on mobile devices?

Paralives will not have a phone or tablet version.

> Does the game support user created content?

Yes! Players will be able to share their creations, custom content and mods through Steam Workshop. Script mods are not planned at the moment.

> How much will Paralives cost?

The price is to be announced! This won't be a free-to-play game. Paralives will never have paid DLCs, only free expansions.

> Will Paralives be available in my language?

The game will be translated in many languages. So far the following languages have been confirmed but more might be added.

  • English
  • French
  • Simplified Chinese
  • Spanish - Latin America
  • Spanish - Spain
  • Portuguese - Brazil
  • Portuguese
  • German
  • Italian
  • Polish

> What is the age rating for this game?

Paralives aims for a Teen rating. It will not contain mature themes such as drugs, murder, sexual violence, pornography, gore, etc.

> What are the minimal requirements for my computer to run this game?

We are working on optimizing the game to make it run on laptops and lower end computers as much as we can. Specifications will become available as we get closer to the release of the game

> How can I contribute to the project?

If you would like to support the development of the game, you can become a patron on Alex's Patreon and get access to exclusive content and rewards: patreon.com/alexmasse

> Can I send you ideas for the game?

Of course! Join our Discord community where we have a special channel for suggestions and ideas: Discord.gg/HfcUJWz

Confirmed Features

Life Simulation Mode

  • An open world small town

  • Advanced character editor named Paramaker (PAM)

  • Advanced personalities and AI for the Parafolks

  • Dogs, cats and horses

  • Cars, bikes and boats

  • Weather effects and seasons

  • A simple gibberish language

  • One town at launch but more worlds and a world creation tool will become available at a later time

Build Mode

Paramaker

Features that are not planned for the initial release

  • Active jobs and schools (There will be jobs and schools at launch but you won’t be able to follow your Parafolks there)

  • Supernaturals and occults

  • First person mode or WASD/arrow keys control mode