MINIGAME #09 // Infection & Tag DIFFICULTY: Hard

Inside Job

Complete guide for Inside Job in Machine Party. Syringe tag rules, v2.0 infection speed multiplier, and shadow concealment.

Infected player chasing survivors in the Machine Party Inside Job syringe tag minigame
// INSIDE JOB — OFFICIAL TRAILER FOOTAGE
TACTICAL BRIEFING // Inside Job
DIFFICULTY: Hard PLAYERS: 2-4 Players

Core Win Condition (10s Rule)

  • Infected players move at 1.15x speed (v2.0 update).
  • Use conveyor obstacles to break line-of-sight against the syringe holder.
  • If infected, cut off choke points rather than chasing in a straight line.

FATAL MISTAKE (ELIMINATION RISK)

Cornering yourself in dead-end ventilation rooms.

🏆 Target Achievement: Patient Zero
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Inside Job Overview

One player is spawned with a bio-chemical syringe. Any player stabbed becomes infected and joins the hunting team. Uninfected survivors win if at least one player survives the 60-second timer.

v2.0 Movement Balance

Following community feedback in patch v2.0, infected players receive a 1.15x speed multiplier, eliminating endless circular kiting around large obstacles.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you play Inside Job in single-player?

No. Machine Party is exclusively designed for 2 to 4 players. You can play Inside Job online via Room Code or locally with Couch Co-op.

What is the easiest way to get the “Patient Zero” achievement?

Follow the step-by-step tactics outlined above. In Couch Co-op mode, you can practice with friendly teammates to coordinate the exact unlock conditions.

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RELATED STEAM TROPHY Patient Zero

Infect all 3 opposing players in Inside Job within 20 seconds.

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