Genopanic

Genopanic

Released May 2024

Genopanic is a pixel-art, Metroidvania-inspired adventure-platformer. Explore corridors of the space station, teeming with secrets and dangers, and engage in boss fights. Solve puzzles and uncover hidden mysteries in the dark atmosphere of a sci-fi research complex. Discover the truth with each step

77% positive · 379 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
Medium confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
Medium confidence

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Evaluation

Genopanic launched on Steam on May 17, 2024. The post-launch period saw several bug fix and polish patches in May 2024. On June 4, 2025 — roughly one year after launch — the developer shipped a major content update that significantly expanded the game: a new pneumatic portal system enabling backtracking, new collectible belomorium crystals that increase max health, a new "best ending" unlocked by 100% completion, additional cutscenes, lore, and dialogues, plus numerous bug fixes and performance improvements. The update also coincided with the game's launch on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation. This update reads as a substantial, comprehensive addition to the game — adding the kind of exploratory and completionist content that rounds out a Metroidvania experience. There is only one DLC listed (the soundtrack, released on launch day), and no unreleased DLC entries exist. The developer has made no announcements of further planned content, roadmaps, or future updates since the June 2025 update. With a single major content drop now shipped, no outstanding commitments, and no signals of further development, the game appears to have reached its complete, polished state as of June 4, 2025.
Evidence
Major content update shipped: backtracking via pneumatic portals, new collectible crystals, a new true ending for 100% completion, additional cutscenes and lore, plus bug fixes and performance improvements. Game also launched on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation simultaneously.
news post · Jun 4, 2025 source content shipped
high
Only DLC is the Genopanic Soundtrack, released on launch day. No unreleased DLC entries exist.
dlc listing · May 17, 2024 source content shipped
medium

Content

1 of 1 released · no outstanding content
Released
May 2024

Media

Details

Developer
Publisher
Mobirate
Achievements
12
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player

About this game

Jump into Genopanic, a wild (NOT)metroidvania ride!

Wield a plasma cutter, boot up virtual doggo LAIK, outsmart sly cat-girl AI VOLGA - the station's troublemaker, unravel the Dark Matter enigma, and explore DNA experiments in a cosmic adventure!

Meet the adorably terrifying GMO critters that you'll definitely want in your collection! We don't know what they were fed in the lab, but they won't leave you indifferent.

Do you prefer flamethrowers or plasma cutters? Or maybe grav-guns tickle your fancy? Whatever you choose, we're confident you'll find the right weapon to defeat any mutant on your path.

From ridiculously silly zombies to fat, angry green mutants, meaty flying bees, crawling crab-walkers, and the Female Combat Cleanup Squad with their robot destroyers - all are your future foes!

LAIK - a virtual doggo and VOLGA - a mischievous cat-girl and the station's AI

Both are so adorable you'll want to squeeze them... if you can.

Multiple endings await. What journey do you want - a challenging, mysterious one or a fun, carefree romp? Decide which secrets are worth uncovering, but remember: the ending of the game depends on your decision…

Key features

  • Atmosphere - Explore the abandoned space station with atmospheric levels and unique characters.

  • Weapons - Use an arsenal of weapons - a sword, gun, flamethrower and more - to defeat aggressive creatures in the most effective ways.

  • Alternate endings - The game has a non-linear story with several plot branches. The ending of the story depends on your actions and decisions.

  • Music - The atmospheric soundtrack and manually produced sound effects convey the unique atmosphere of the game and immerse you in a real space adventure

Last evaluated Jun 21, 2026
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