About Bacteria: Life & Death

Bacteria: Life & Death puts you in charge of a fragile microbial colony that lives or dies by your hand. You control temperature, nutrients and environmental hazards inside a petri dish, nudging conditions so your bacteria can feed and reproduce without crashing into extinction. Each new stage throws curveballs—viruses that thin the population, sudden temperature swings, chemical spills—and you learn through trial and error which tweaks help and which wipe the dish clean. There's no countdown pressing you forward; instead you observe how the colony reacts, make small adjustments and see whether the population climbs or collapses. It's a relaxed, almost zen experience on Poki Games that rewards patience and careful observation. If you enjoy slow-burn strategy where watching numbers rise feels satisfying, or you're curious how ecosystems teeter between boom and bust, this meditative clicker will hold your attention.

How to play Bacteria: Life & Death

Mouse / Finger – drag across the dish to move the food source
Click / Tap – activate power-ups
Bottom buttons – toggle heat, cold and toxin levels
Monitor the population meter and adjust the environment to sustain your colony