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11This page collects answers to the most frequently asked questions about Paralives, drawn from the official developer FAQ, the May 7, 2026 Early Access feature recap, and the Steam store page. For specific systems, follow the in-text wikilinks to the dedicated articles.22Quick Reference44QuestionShort AnswerWhen does Paralives launch?Monday, May 25, 2026, into Steam Early AccessHow much does it cost?$39.99 USD at launch; price will increase laterWhich platforms?PC (Windows 10 / 11) and macOS (Apple M-series); Steam-exclusiveHow many languages?8 at launch; more potentially later in Early AccessIs there multiplayer?No; single-player only; no internet required to playWill there be paid DLC?No; all post-launch content arrives as free updatesHow long is Early Access?Approximately two years; 1.0 targeted for sometime in 2028Is modding supported on Day 1?Yes; official in-game tools and Steam Workshop ship at launchAre pets in the launch build?No; pets are a post-launch free updateAre vehicles in the launch build?No; vehicles are a post-launch free updateWhat is the age rating target?Teen rating; excludes mature content66General77What is Paralives?99Paralives is an indie life-simulation game developed by Paralives Studio. Players create and customize characters called Parafolk, build and decorate homes using a freeform Build Mode, and guide their characters through daily life in an open-world town. The launch build features deep personality systems, the Expertise System for non-linear career progression, and a label-based relationship system.1111Who is making Paralives?1313Paralives is developed by Paralives Studio, founded in 2019 by Alex Massé. Alex began the project in September 2018 as a solo developer and started publicly sharing progress in June 2019. The team has since grown to approximately 17 people working remotely or from Montreal. See Alex Masse for the founder bio and Paralives Studio for the studio profile.1515Pricing and Purchase1717How much does Paralives cost?1919Paralives is priced at $39.99 USD for the Early Access launch on May 25, 2026. The price will gradually increase as more content is added during the Early Access period, reaching a higher price at the 1.0 full release. Players who purchase the game earlier will pay less and still receive all future updates for free.2121Will there be paid DLC?2323No. The studio has committed to never selling paid DLC. All post-launch content, including pets, vehicles, weather, seasons, gardening, and other major systems, will arrive as free updates during the approximately two-year Early Access period and beyond. See Modding and Steam Workshop for the broader content commitment.2525Is there a demo?2727No public demo has been announced as of the launch. The launch build is the first time the general public can purchase and play the game. Closed playtests during 2025 and early 2026 informed the launch readiness, but those tests were invite-only.2929Platforms and Requirements3131What platforms is Paralives available on?3333Paralives is available on PC (Windows 10 / 11) and macOS (Apple Silicon, M-series) via Steam. There are no plans for consoles, mobile devices, or other PC storefronts at launch. The studio has noted that Xbox is still under consideration for the future, but no firm commitment has been made.3535Will Paralives come to Linux?3737There are no current plans for a native Linux build. Players on Linux may be able to run the game through compatibility layers such as Proton, though that path is not officially supported. The studio has not ruled out a later Linux release.3939Will Paralives support controllers or Steam Deck?4141Controller support and Steam Deck verification have not been confirmed for launch. The primary input method is keyboard and mouse. All keys are rebindable for accessibility; see Controls.4343What languages will be supported?4545Paralives supports 8 languages at the Early Access launch: English, French, Italian, German, Polish, Portuguese (Brazil), Spanish (Latin America), and Simplified Chinese. All eight have full interface and subtitle support. Spoken dialogue uses the fictional Parli language, which is not tied to any real-world language. See Localization for design notes.4747What are the system requirements?4949Windows minimum: Windows 10, Intel i5 / Ryzen 5 @ 2.5 GHz, 12 GB RAM, GTX 1060 or RX 6600 XT, DirectX 11, 8 GB storage. macOS minimum: Apple M2, macOS Big Sur 11 or newer, 12 GB RAM. Recommended tiers raise CPU clock to 3.0 GHz, RAM to 16 GB, GPU to RTX 2060 / RX 7600 XT, and macOS chip to Apple M3. See System Requirements for the full table.5151Gameplay5353Is Paralives multiplayer?5555No. Paralives is a single-player game. It does not require an internet connection to play (though an internet connection is needed for Steam Workshop access, automatic mod installation, and game updates). There are no plans for multiplayer or co-op modes.5757How does building work?5959Paralives has a grid-free Build Mode that allows walls placed at any angle, curved walls, split-level floors, free object resizing through corner anchors, full color and texture customization via a color wheel, and multi-floor construction. An optional grid can be enabled for placement assistance, but the underlying system is freeform. See Build Mode for the full toolset.6161How do relationships work?6464The launch build's relationship system uses a label-based approach. Each connection between two Parafolk is defined by multiple labels (Friend, Coworker, Romantic Partner, and so on) that can be unlocked and upgraded through play. Socializing fills the Together Bar, and when it is full, players choose from Together Cards that shape how the relationship evolves. See Relationships and Social System.6666Can Parafolk have multiple jobs?6868Yes. A Parafolk can hold multiple jobs simultaneously as long as the schedules do not conflict. Each job has its own working hours, salary, and rank. Career progression is non-linear: characters improve within their role rather than being automatically promoted to a different position. See Careers and the Expertise System.7070Can Paras chat online or call each other on the phone?7272Not at launch. Calling Paras over the phone and chatting online are confirmed post-launch free updates rather than Day 1 features. They are part of the Roadmap and Planned Features plan.7474Release and Early Access7676When does Paralives launch?7878The Early Access launch is scheduled for Monday, May 25, 2026. The game was originally announced for December 8, 2025 but was delayed in November 2025 after expanded playtest feedback revealed Live Mode bugs, a lack of town activities, and a need for first-time-user-experience polish.8080How long will Early Access last?8282Approximately two years before the 1.0 full release. This estimate is subject to change based on development progress and community feedback during Early Access. The 1.0 release is targeted for sometime in 2028.8484What features are in Early Access on Day 1?8686The Day 1 launch includes the three core gameplay pillars (Paramaker, Build Mode, Live Mode) plus the launch venues, scheduled events, careers system, Expertise System, cooking, bills, pregnancy and birth, all eight lifestages, modding tools and Steam Workshop, the Photo Mode, and the 2025 to 2026 animation expansion. See Early Access for the full Day 1 list.8888What features come after launch?9090Confirmed post-launch free updates during Early Access include pets (dogs, cats, horses), vehicles (cars, bikes), boats and houseboats, swimming and pools, weather and seasons, calendar, family tree UI, gardening, fishing, story progression for NPCs, organized social events, town editing tools, advanced roof and stair tools, basements, curved doors and windows, and phone calling / online chatting. All arrive free under the no-paid-DLC commitment.9292What is the content rating?9494Paralives targets a Teen content rating. The game excludes mature themes such as drugs, murder, sexual violence, pornography, and gore. The focus is on wholesome life-simulation experiences accessible to a broad audience.9696Modding9898Are mods supported on Day 1?100100Yes. The official Paralives Modding Toolkit and Steam Workshop integration both ship on Day 1. Mods can add, edit, or remove most game content through the official toolkit. See Modding and Steam Workshop for the full moddable-category list and the script-mod carveout.102102Are script mods supported?104104Not at launch. The official toolkit covers content and parameter mods but does not support scripting to create new gameplay logic. Script mods remain under consideration for a later date but no commitment has been made.106106Community108108Will the community supporter program continue after launch?110110supporter pledges sunset on launch day, May 25, 2026. After that date, the official community channels remain open for discussion and feedback, but the supporter program no longer processes new pledges. Funding shifts to Steam sales revenue under the no-paid-DLC commitment. See Community.112112How can players give feedback during Early Access?114114The studio collects feedback through official community channels including the community supporter program channel, Steam community hubs, and direct surveys. The Early Access period is designed around iterative feedback-driven updates; player input is expected to shape both the order of post-launch features and many smaller balance and design decisions throughout the approximately two-year Early Access window.116116Out of Scope118118Specific patch cadence (weekly, monthly, per major feature) has not been published. The studio has signaled that updates will arrive when features are ready rather than on a fixed calendar. Other open questions remain in play during Early Access; this FAQ reflects the publicly confirmed launch facts as of May 12, 2026.
