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PATHOGEN SIMULATOR
A browser game made in HTML5

Update Highlights

More Realistic & Gradual Infections

Base infectivity and natural immunity rates have been reduced, resulting in a slower, more organic global spread. The pandemic no longer erupts exponentially in just a few days. Transmission upgrades now play a crucial role in accelerating worldwide progression.

Impactful Start Message

Upon entering Virus Creation Mode, players are greeted with a clear floating prompt: “SELECT A STARTING COUNTRY ON THE MAP TO BEGIN INFECTION.” This ensures an immediate and intuitive start to the simulation.

Enhanced Difficulty Balance

Difficulty multipliers and victory/defeat conditions have been reworked. Winning now requires stronger strategic planning, especially when choosing resistance and transmission mutations to avoid stagnation.

Improved News Ticker

The news ticker now scrolls smoothly from right to left with no disruptive jumps, matching the slower, more deliberate pace of the pandemic and providing a cleaner, more immersive experience.

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  • pathogen_cure_simulator.html 73 kB
    4 days ago
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