The game 'Symptoms of Infection' is in early access on Steam, with a planned Phase 2 update expected within 1-2 months.
ORB Research & Broadcasting released the infectious disease identification simulation game 'Symptoms of Infection' on Steam early access on June 29, 2026, priced at 465 yen. Players examine patients, test for common and unknown diseases, and send confirmed cases to an isolation ward. The early access period is expected to last 1-2 months, with a Phase 2 update planned based on player feedback.
The game was previously mentioned in Game Spark's weekly roundup for May 24-30, 2026, which highlighted it among a batch of obscure and niche indie releases. That roundup did not provide additional details about the game's development or content beyond its inclusion in the curated list.
The short early access window and the planned Phase 2 expansion indicate a development cycle that prioritizes player feedback before a full release. No further updates or announcements have been made since the early access launch.
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ORB Research & Broadcasting released the infectious disease identification simulation game 'Symptoms of Infection' on Steam early access for 465 yen. Players examine patients, test for common and unknown diseases, and send confirmed cases to an isolation ward. The early access period is expected to last 1-2 months, with a Phase 2 update planned based on feedback.
Game Spark's weekly "Treasure Hunt" column for May 24-30, 2026, highlights a batch of obscure and niche game releases and announcements. The roundup includes the retro-style survival horror title "Heavy Metal Death Can," set in 1970s Sweden, where players investigate a sunken submarine. Also featured are the combo-focused character action game "Knuckle Paradise," the relaxing train puzzle game "Trackastrophe!," the platforming RPG "Automaton Heart" with organ upgrades, and the chess-powered soulslike "Stonemachia." Other entries include a top-down shooter "Mutant Hunter" with a distinctive reload animation, the anime-style racing RPG "Kaido Genkai" scheduled for a June 9 release, and a Game Boy Color game "Dracula: Dark Reign" inspired by "Castlevania." The column also notes the release of the "Medieval II: Total War Kingdoms" mod "Tsardoms: Total War," covering a historical period from 1345 to 1530 across the Balkans and Eastern Europe. The column is a curated list of indie and retro-style projects, with links to Steam and other platforms.