Early Access Launch Date
May 25, 2026
Paralives entered Early Access on May 25, 2026 after moving from its earlier December 8, 2025 target. Treat this as launch history, not a future content item.
Last verified 2026-08-29 · Source
Roadmap
Paralives roadmap tracker
Review what launched, what changed through patch 0.1.8, what the team says is next, and which longer-term features remain planned.
Released
Build Mode Baseline
Available at EA Launch
Grid-less construction with curved walls, split-level floors, resizable/recolor objects, custom stairs, fences, roofing, and basic terrain tools.
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Paramaker (Character Creation)
Available at EA Launch
Adjustable height, body/face sliders, heterochromia, detailed hair color wheels, layered clothing, tattoos with placement tools, genetics system.
Last verified 2026-08-29 · Source
Open World Town & Live Mode
Available at EA Launch
Explore an open-world town with shops, parks, restaurants, and museums. Start a job, nurture relationships, manage skills, age through life stages.
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Steam Workshop & Mods
Available at EA Launch
Full Steam Workshop integration. Subscribe to and manage community mods (furniture, CAS, audio). In-game modding tools included. Script mods are not officially supported.
Last verified 2026-05-25 · Source
Cheat Console
Available at EA Launch
Press Ctrl+F1 (PC) or Cmd+Fn+F1 (Mac) to open. Type 'help' for the full command list.
Last verified 2026-05-25 · Source
Patches 0.1.2–0.1.8 & QoL Improvements
May – August 2026
The official news archive records the post-launch patch line through 0.1.8, including bug fixes, performance work, quality-of-life changes, and new camera controls.
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First Major Update
End of 2026
The team says work has shifted toward the first free major update planned for the end of 2026. Its complete feature list has not been published, so treat details as unconfirmed until the official announcement.
Last verified 2026-08-29 · Source
Voice Pitch Sliders (Paramaker)
During Early Access
Add voice pitch customization to the Paramaker, along with improved skin tone color wheel and search/filter for clothes and accessories.
Last verified 2026-05-26 · Source
Pets: Dogs, Cats & Horses
During Early Access
Dogs, cats, and horses are listed for Early Access, with pet creation planned for the Paramaker. Timing and deeper gameplay details are not yet confirmed here.
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Weather & Seasons
During Early Access
Weather and seasons are listed as planned during Early Access. Specific weather types and release timing are not confirmed here.
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Cars & Bikes
During Early Access
Cars and bikes are listed as planned during Early Access. Ownership, driving, garage, and parking details are not confirmed here.
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Boats & Houseboats
During Early Access
Boats and houseboats are listed as planned during Early Access. Transport and residential mechanics are not confirmed here.
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Pools & Swimming
During Early Access
Pools are listed for Build Mode and swimming is listed for Live Mode during Early Access. Tool depth and social mechanics are not confirmed here.
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Calendar & Social Events
During Early Access
A calendar and tools for organizing social events such as parties and weddings are listed as planned during Early Access.
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NPC Story Progression
During Early Access
Story progression for NPCs is listed as planned during Early Access. The exact autonomous events and controls are not confirmed here.
Last verified 2026-08-29 · Source
Family Tree
During Early Access
A family tree is listed as planned during Early Access. Additional parenting mechanics are not confirmed by this roadmap entry.
Last verified 2026-08-29 · Source
Gardening & Fishing
During Early Access
Gardening and fishing are listed as planned Live Mode activities during Early Access.
Last verified 2026-08-29 · Source
Town Creation Tool
During Early Access
Tools to edit and create towns are listed as planned during Early Access. The final editor scope is not confirmed here.
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Sexual Orientation & Preference System
During Early Access
A dedicated sexual orientation and preference system for Parafolk.
Last verified 2026-05-26 · Source
Basements, Advanced Stairs & Curved Wall Doors
During Early Access
Build Mode additions listed for Early Access include basements, advanced roof and stair tools, and window or door placement on curved walls.
Last verified 2026-08-29 · Source
Screenshots
Official screenshot context
Source: official Paralives press kit
Official Paralives press kit screenshot
Official Paralives press kit screenshot
Official Paralives press kit screenshot