A web-exclusive video for the film "Exit 8" (directed by Genki Kawamura, scheduled for release on August 29th), based on the popular video game, has been released on YouTube. The film is set in an underground passageway in a subway station that loops endlessly, and the video is a "game commentary-style" video narrated by popular voice actor Natsuki Hanae. Hanae notices "anomalies" projected on the screen and reacts to the footage with comments like "Something's weird!", "Get behind me!!" and "It's already an infinite loop!"
Hanae is popular for his hobby gameplay videos posted on his YouTube channel, which boasts approximately 2.15 million subscribers. This collaboration was made possible after he previously streamed a gameplay video of the game "Exit 8." Hanae commented, "While it may seem simple at first glance, the balance between fun and fear as you discover strange occurrences as you progress is wonderful, and I found myself becoming completely absorbed in the game. I was also very excited when I heard about the narration. The commentary-style feel retains the feeling of when you first play the game, but I think it conveys the charm that can only be experienced in a film! After watching the main footage, I was reminded of the potential and breadth of this work!"
"Exit 8" is an infinite loop game where players search for "anomalies" created by indie game creator KOTAKE CREATE. Released in 2023, it has sold over 1.9 million copies. Set in a subway station, players are trapped in an underground passageway that loops endlessly, searching for various "anomalies" as they make their way to Exit 8. The game's simple yet unique and eerie worldview has garnered attention, making it an unusually big hit for a short game created by an individual. The film stars Kazunari Ninomiya, alongside Kawachi Yamato, Asanuma Narumi, Hanase Kotone, and Komatsu Nana.
