What Is the Simian Flu?

The Simian Flu is a genetically modified virus created in a Gen-Sys lab. It has been found to increase intelligence in apes, but mutates rapidly and is untested on humans... Experience Planet of the Apes on a global scale - See how humanity responds as you infect the world with a lethal, artificial virus.

What are the symptoms of the simian flu?

Simian B Virus Infection is characterized by fever, headache, vomiting, discomfort (malaise), and a stiff neck and back.

Where did the simian flu start?

First, a little background: in 2011's Rise of the Planet of the Apes, the simian flu starts out as ALZ-113, a virally delivered gene therapy for Alzheimer's disease. Dr. Will Rodman (James Franco) designs a declawed retrovirus to insert the therapeutic genes into brain cells.

Marcus Vance

Marcus Vance

Cybersecurity & Digital Privacy Researcher

Marcus Vance is a cybersecurity auditor and technology writer dedicated to educating the public about online safety, data privacy regulations, enterprise security, and emerging cyber threats.