Game Studio has unveiled an exciting addition to the horror genre with the announcement of Ao Oni: The Horror of Blueberry Onsen, set to launch this spring on both the Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam. This highly anticipated title will cater to a global audience, offering support for multiple languages including English, Japanese, Korean, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, French, Italian, German, Spanish, and Indonesian.
According to details shared on the game’s Steam page, players will be thrust into a chilling narrative that revolves around an abandoned hot spring inn, once celebrated for its rejuvenating waters. Now, however, it stands in ruins, shrouded in rumors of hauntings. The story follows four friends—Hiroshi, Takeshi, Mika, and Takuro—who venture into this eerie locale to film an episode for “Mika Channel.” Their adventure takes a sinister turn when they encounter a mysterious figure and a character named “Ai.” As they delve deeper into the secrets of the Blueberry Hot Spring, players will be left wondering what horrors lie in wait.
New Features and Gameplay Enhancements
This iteration of the legendary horror game Ao Oni introduces a plethora of new features designed to enhance the gaming experience:
- Engaging Character Interactions: Players can now engage in conversations with various characters, adding depth to the narrative.
- Cooperative Play: Team up with friends to tackle the challenges that await in the haunted inn.
- Chat Function: Communicate seamlessly with your friends during gameplay.
- New Blue Demons: Encounter a variety of new blue demon species, including a particularly intriguing humanoid dog monster.
- High-Speed Gameplay: Experience the thrill of the “16x Speed Mode,” allowing players to choose between 2x and 16x speeds while evading the relentless pursuit of the “Ao Oni.”
- Online Ranking System: Compete with others by submitting your scores upon completing the game, aiming for the highest rank through quick and precise gameplay.
For those eager to catch a glimpse of what awaits, a teaser trailer has been released, providing a tantalizing preview of the chilling atmosphere and gameplay mechanics.
