Genome Guardian Free Download (v7.0.4)
Game Overview
Dive into a microscopic alien world, radiating with bioluminescent life and unspeakable horrors. Genome Guardian is a deeply-complex shooter that’s easy to pick up but hard to master. Research permanent upgrades to survive 70 different microbes across 8 game modes, each with multiple ascension levels (“depths”).
Pair DNA nucleotides Adenine (rapidfire), Cytosine (precision), Guanine (spread), Thymine (explosive) to discover wild hybrid bioweapons!
- Bomb + Shotgun combines explosives with spread to create Blast Shotgun!
- Bomb + Bomb doubles down on explosive power to make Bazooka!
- Blast Shotgun + Shotgun forms the all-powerful Flak Cannon!
- 49 Turrets with unique strengths and functions
- 96 Perks to mix and match that drastically change how you play
- 72 Turret & Weapon Mods that can turn shots into sticky mines or bouncing fireballs
- 32 Mutations that alter the challenges you face each run
- 20-minute Runs that can be continued in Endless Mode
- 60 Bassy Electronic Tunes that adapt to the current mood and intensity
- 100 Steam Achievements
- 49 Cosmetics including spider legs, tank tread and a swarm of drones
- Accessibility Settings for colourblindness and motion sickness
- Cloud Save
- Plays great on Steam Deck! (official Steam Deck Compatibility Review pending)
Genome Guardian is a product of passion – a culmination of everything I love about roguelite shooters, and a novel ‘weapon-combining’ feature that I’ve wanted to realize since I was a teenager. Your support will mean content updates and allow me to make more games in the future.
Installation Instructions
- Click the green button below to be redirected to UploadHaven.
- Wait 15 seconds, then hit “Free Download.” (Free downloads may be slower — upgrade to UploadHaven Pro for faster speeds.)
- Once downloaded, right-click the .zip file and choose “Extract to Genome Guardian.” (You’ll need 7-Zip for this.)
- Open the extracted folder and run the game as administrator.
- Enjoy! 🎮 If you see missing DLL errors, check the _Redist folder inside and install what’s needed.
Download Links
Download Genome Guardian using the button below.
Setup Guide & Troubleshooting
How do I fix missing DLL errors for Genome Guardian (v7.0.4)?
After extracting Genome Guardian (v7.0.4), navigate to the _Redist or _CommonRedist folder inside the game directory and install DirectX, Vcredist, and any other dependencies included.
What should I do if the downloaded file is corrupted?
The full archive is 570.02 MB — make sure your download completed fully before extracting. Use 7-Zip to extract the files. If you still see a "file corrupted" error, re-download and try again.
Why should I run the game as administrator?
Right-click the game executable and select "Run as Administrator" to avoid save file issues and permission errors. This is especially important on the first launch.
How do I update my GPU drivers for this game?
The game won't launch — what should I try?
Try running in compatibility mode, install the latest DirectX runtime, or install the All-in-One VC Redist Package.
My antivirus is blocking the game — is it safe?
Antivirus false positives are common with pre-installed games. Temporarily pause your antivirus during extraction to prevent it from quarantining game files. You can re-enable it after the extraction completes.
System Requirements
- OS: Windows 10
- Storage: 600 MB available space
- Additional Notes: Turn down “Render Scale” in settings if framerate is low
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