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Paralives FAQ
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When does Paralives come out? ▾
Paralives launched in Early Access on Steam on May 25, 2026. It was previously planned for December 8, 2025, but was delayed to give the team more time to polish the Live Mode experience.
How much does Paralives cost? ▾
Paralives costs $39.99 USD on Steam during Early Access. The price will increase when the game reaches full 1.0 release. Buying now locks in the lower EA price.
Will Paralives have paid DLC? ▾
No. Paralives Studio has confirmed there will never be paid DLC or expansion packs. All updates, new features, and content added during and after Early Access are 100% free.
What platforms is Paralives on? ▾
Paralives is available on PC (Windows 10/11) and Mac via Steam. There are currently no plans for PS5, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, or mobile platforms.
Is Paralives coming to console? ▾
Not at launch. The developers have not announced any console versions (PS5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch). The game is currently a PC and Mac exclusive.
Can you play Paralives on Steam Deck? ▾
There is no official Steam Deck Verified status yet. The game may run via compatibility mode, but performance is not guaranteed. Check the Steam page for updated ratings.
Is Paralives free to play? ▾
No, Paralives is not free to play. It costs $39.99 USD. However, there are no extra paid packs, DLC, or microtransactions — just one price for everything.
Does Paralives have mods? ▾
Yes! Paralives supports Steam Workshop from Day 1. You can install custom content including furniture, clothing, sound effects, and music. Script mods are planned for a later update.
Is Paralives multiplayer? ▾
No, Paralives is a single-player game. There is no online multiplayer or co-op mode planned.
What is the Paramaker in Paralives? ▾
The Paramaker is Paralives' character creation tool. It lets you customize body sliders, skin tone, hair, clothing, tattoos, and personality traits including Vibes, Talents, and Social Perks.
Is Paralives better than The Sims 4? ▾
Paralives offers several advantages: free color wheel on every object, curved walls, no paid DLC, and a more nuanced personality system. However, it has far less content than Sims 4 right now as an Early Access title. It is a very promising alternative.
Does Paralives use AI (generative AI)? ▾
No. Paralives Studio has confirmed the game does not use generative AI tools in development. This has been a concern raised by the community and the team addressed it directly.
What are the Paralives system requirements? ▾
Minimum: Intel i5 / AMD Ryzen 5 @ 2.5GHz, 12GB RAM, GTX 1060 / RX 6600 XT, 8GB storage, Windows 10. Recommended: 3.0GHz CPU, 16GB RAM, RTX 2060 / RX 7600 XT. Mac requires Apple M2 minimum.
What is Paralives' age rating? ▾
Paralives is expected to receive a Teen (13+) ESRB rating and PEGI 12. The content is similar in nature to The Sims — life simulation without graphic violence or mature content.
How long is Paralives Early Access? ▾
The Early Access period is expected to last approximately 2 years before the 1.0 full release. Major free updates including pets, seasons, and vehicles will be added throughout EA.