Project Parasitus

Project Parasitus (tentative title) is a fighting game developed by Laughball Interactive for The V² in 2016. Featuring a cast of 22 original characters, Project Parasitus combines elements of genre-defining fighters with light 'life sim' elements.

Fighting
The main mode of Project Parasitus, fighting draws heavily from Super Smash Bros. and Marvel vs Capcom. Two fighters on a two-dimensional stage fight to deplete the enemy's health bar, building up their special meter by racking up combos. Light attacks, heavy attacks, and light specials require no energy, but heavy specials will drain the special meter. Players can also shield to reduce damage if timed right, grab to throw opponents, and dash for a chance to dodge attacks or escape combos.

Day-to-Day
In between fights, players can follow the day-to-day lives of fighters, performing minigames to boost their stats and forming bonds between fighters. Due to some more extensive mechanics requiring lengthy explanation, subpages for minigames and relationships are available.

Story
Project Parasitus features no dedicated story mode, the larger story coming together through character interactions in Day-to-Day mode and various cutscenes.

Synopsis
In the year 2043, an asteroid carrying a potent parasitic lifeform crashed into the Atlantic Ocean. The United Nations chose to study this parasite and experiment with its properties. Now, 3 years later, 22 individuals have been given modifications using the parasite, and have been put on a secluded island, ordered to fight so the parasite's true capabilities may be better understood. As the battles escalate, the true nature of this being and those who wish to use its powers shall come to light.

Summary
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Characters
Project Parasitus includes 22 original characters at launch, with DLC packs launching later, featuring both additional originals and guest fighters. DLC characters can be tested for free for 3 matches, but can only be tested once a week per fighter.

Pack 1: Crossing of Realms
Released 3 months after launch. Contains 6 guest fighters and their respective stages, costing $14.99.

Pack 1: Crossing of Realms
Released 3 months after launch. Contains 6 guest fighters and their respective stages, costing $14.99.

Trivia

 * This is the first original fighting game by Laughball Interactive, predating Fantendo Smash Bros. Zenith by several months despite the latter being in development longer.