Plague Inc.

Plague Inc.

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Plague Inc.: Evolve Your Pathogen and Outsmart Humanity

Dive into the hyper-realistic global strategy simulation endorsed by the CDC. Master 12 disease types, adapt to world events, and prove that only the strongest can survive.

Publisher

Ndemic Creations LTD

Category

Games

Downloads

11M+

User Rating

4.8/5

Total Ratings

747K+

Locales

14

Witness the Outbreak

Discover the interface used by 11M+ users.

A selection screen for Plague Inc showing three game modes Original Outbreak and Cure with descriptive icons and text

A selection screen for Plague Inc showing three game modes Original Outbreak and Cure with descriptive icons and text

World map in Plague Inc showing red infected regions and travel routes across continents

World map in Plague Inc showing red infected regions and travel routes across continents

Screenshot of the symptoms menu in Plague Inc showing the necrosis trait evolution and world map background

Screenshot of the symptoms menu in Plague Inc showing the necrosis trait evolution and world map background

The disease selection screen in Plague Inc showing various pathogen types like Bacteria Virus and Fungus with icons and descriptions

The disease selection screen in Plague Inc showing various pathogen types like Bacteria Virus and Fungus with icons and descriptions

Gameplay screenshot of Plague Inc. featuring the Nox Eternis vampiric strain interface over a world map.

Gameplay screenshot of Plague Inc. featuring the Nox Eternis vampiric strain interface over a world map.

Plague Inc gameplay screenshot showing the ALZ-113 disease statistics with human and ape X-ray visuals over a world map.

Plague Inc gameplay screenshot showing the ALZ-113 disease statistics with human and ape X-ray visuals over a world map.

Plague Inc gameplay screen showing a mind controlling brain parasite over a global map with infection statistics

Plague Inc gameplay screen showing a mind controlling brain parasite over a global map with infection statistics

Plague Inc. scenario selection screen highlighting the Mad Cow Disease challenge.

Plague Inc. scenario selection screen highlighting the Mad Cow Disease challenge.

Plague Inc game promotional image showing a red world map with a biohazard symbol and game of the year award

Plague Inc game promotional image showing a red world map with a biohazard symbol and game of the year award

Master the Ultimate Global Simulation

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 11M+ users.

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Hyper-Realistic Epidemiology

Experience a world modeled with advanced AI and biological realism so accurate it was featured at the CDC.

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Strategic Pathogen Evolution

Master 12 unique disease types, from mind-controlling worms to viral outbreaks, each requiring a distinct tactical approach.

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Dynamic World Response

Adapt to real-time events across 50+ countries. Outmaneuver climate shifts, border closures, and global research breakthroughs.

About the app

Everything you need to know about Plague Inc..

Description

Can you infect the world? Plague Inc. is a unique mix of high strategy and terrifyingly realistic simulation. Your pathogen has just infected 'Patient Zero'. Now you must bring about the end of human history by evolving a deadly, global Plague whilst adapting against everything humanity can do to defend itself. Brilliantly executed with innovative gameplay and built from the ground up for iPhone & iPad, Plague Inc. evolves the strategy genre and pushes mobile gaming (and you) to new levels. It’s You vs. the world - only the strongest can survive! ◈◈◈ #1 top game globally with well over a billion games played ◈◈◈ Plague Inc. is a global hit with over a million 5 star ratings and features in newspapers such as The Economist, New York Post, Boston Herald, The Guardian and London Metro! The developer of Plague Inc. was invited to speak at the CDC in Atlanta about the disease models inside the game! ▶ “The game creates a compelling world that engages the public on serious public health topics” – The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ▶ "Plague Inc: The Cure encapsulates the complexities of a global pandemic response and highlights how crucial international collaboration is needed to address such a threat.” – Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations ▶ “Best Tablet Game” - New York Daily News ▶ “Plague Inc. will snag your attention in all the right ways and keep it there” - Touch Arcade ▶ “No denying Plague Inc.'s high-level of quality” - Modojo ▶ “Plague Inc. should not be as much fun as it is” – London Metro ▶ “Will leave you hoping to destroy the world, all in the name of a bit of fun” – Pocket Lint ▶ “Plague Inc.'s gameplay is infectious” - Slide to Play ▶ Winner – “Overall Game of the Year” – Pocket Gamer ▶ “Killing billions has never been so fun” – IGN ◈◈◈ Features: ● Stunning retina graphics with a highly polished interface (Contagion guaranteed) ● Highly detailed, hyper-realistic world with advanced AI (Outbreak management) ● Comprehensive in-game help and tutorial system (I am Legendarily helpful) ● 12 different disease types with radically different strategies to master (12 Monkeys?) ● Full Save/Load functionality (28 Saves Later!) ● 50+ countries to infect, hundreds of traits to evolve and thousands of world events to adapt to (Pandemic evolved) ● Full game support for scoreboards and achievements ● Expansion updates add the mind controlling Neurax Worm, the zombie producing Necroa Virus, Speed Runs and real life Scenarios! Localised in English, German, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, Italian, French, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese and Russian. (more coming soon) P.S. Give yourself a pat on the back if you got all the themed literature references! Special sale price to celebrate being one of the most popular paid iPhone games ever! ◈◈◈ Like Plague Inc. on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/PlagueInc Follow me on Twitter: www.twitter.com/NdemicCreations

Latest Version

1.22

Size

109.6 MB

First Released

May 26, 2012

Ready to Infect the World?

Join over 100 million strategists in the ultimate battle of evolution versus humanity. Download the award-winning simulation recognized by the CDC and start your global outbreak today.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Plague Inc.

What type of game is Plague Inc.?

Plague Inc. is a unique high strategy and realistic simulation game. Players evolve a deadly, global pathogen to end human history, adapting against humanity's defenses. It combines strategy with simulation.

How many disease types are available in Plague Inc.?

Plague Inc. features 12 distinct disease types, each requiring different strategies to master. These include Bacteria, Virus, Fungus, Parasite, Prion, Nano-Virus, and Bio-Weapon, alongside others introduced through expansions.

Does Plague Inc. offer different game modes or expansions?

Yes, Plague Inc. includes game modes like Original, Outbreak, and Cure. Expansions add specific content such as the mind-controlling Neurax Worm, zombie-producing Necroa Virus, Speed Runs, and various real-life Scenarios.

Is Plague Inc. available on mobile devices?

Yes, Plague Inc. is specifically built for iPhone and iPad devices. It is a #1 top game globally with over a billion games played and millions of 5-star ratings.

Can players save their game progress in Plague Inc.?

Yes, Plague Inc. provides full Save/Load functionality. This feature allows players to save their current game and resume playing at a later time without losing progress.

Does Plague Inc. feature realistic disease models?

Yes, Plague Inc. incorporates realistic disease models. Its developer was invited to speak at the CDC in Atlanta, recognizing the game's compelling world that engages the public on serious public health topics.

How do players evolve their pathogen in Plague Inc.?

Players evolve their pathogen in Plague Inc. by acquiring DNA points to upgrade traits, symptoms, and abilities. This allows for customization of the pathogen's infectivity, severity, and lethality to ensure global spread.

Are there challenge scenarios in Plague Inc.?

Yes, Plague Inc. offers numerous challenge scenarios, including those added via expansion updates. Players can engage in "1000+ Scenarios" and compete in "Outbreak Mode" with daily diseases.

What languages are supported in Plague Inc.?

Plague Inc. supports English, German, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, Italian, French, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Russian. More language localizations are expected in the future.

Is Plague Inc. a paid application?

Yes, Plague Inc. is a paid application. The app description highlights a "Special sale price" celebrating its status as one of the most popular paid iPhone games ever.

Can players cure a plague in Plague Inc.?

Yes, players can attempt to save the world by controlling and stopping a deadly global plague. This functionality is available in the "Plague Inc: The Cure" expansion, depicted as the "Cure" mode.

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