Parasitic mastermind: Exploring the science of Plaga Araña

Abstract

In the computer game called Resident Evil 4 (2023), there are a plethora of enemies who have been infected by a fictional parasite called las Plagas. The game features a wide range of different types of Plaga parasites, with a notable example being Plaga Araña. This paper explores this particular parasite’s biology and how it is able to control its host. Comparisons will be made to real-world parasites to examine any similarities and differences