Short Horror Game 'Escape from This World' Launches on Steam
The game's 100% positive early reception and its niche Showa-era Japanese afterlife setting suggest a small but enthusiastic audience for culturally specific short horror experiences on Steam.
Reporting from 1 sources: Game Spark.
Showa 3D released 'Escape from This World' for Windows on June 18. The short horror game, set in the afterlife of Showa-era Japan, has three chapters and an estimated playtime of 1 to 1.5 hours. It blends exploration, puzzle-solving, and action elements. Early Steam reviews are 100% positive out of seven total.
Showa 3D released 'Escape from This World' for Windows on June 18. The short horror game is set in the afterlife of Showa-era Japan and draws on Japanese folklore, rituals, and folktales. Players control a dead protagonist who must reach the afterlife by exploring, solving puzzles, and fleeing from enemies. The game has three chapters and an estimated playtime of 1 to 1.5 hours. A demo version was distributed in June 2025. As of launch day, the game has seven Steam reviews, all positive. Some reviews note dissatisfaction with story progression and guidance, but the retro-style graphics and unique world have received high praise. 'Escape from This World' is available on Steam for 780 yen.
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