The official release of version 1.17 (Mutation 1.16) occurred on June 5, 2018, followed by version 1.18 (Mutation 1.17) on December 5, 2019. While specific standalone notes for a "1.17.1" minor revision are often bundled within these major updates, the 1.17 era focused primarily on the Royal Update , which introduced significant new scenarios and gameplay improvements. Update Highlights (Version 1.17 Series)
If you are playing on Steam, your game should update automatically to the latest available version. You can verify your version in the bottom-right corner of the main menu. For those on console (Xbox, PlayStation, or Switch), updates are pushed via their respective stores. Plague Inc: Evolved 1.17.1
: A scenario where humans have stopped believing in science, making it easier for diseases to spread unchecked. The official release of version 1
This update cycle, known as the , brought several major additions to the game: You can verify your version in the bottom-right
: Enhancements for all devices to reduce crashes and improve load times.
: A more challenging version of the board game scenario for advanced players.