New Hot Spring Horror Simulation Game "Tales of the Other Inn" Officially Released Today! Pujia8 Studio Handles Distribution in Greater China
"Tales of the Other Inn," a new hot spring horror simulation game developed by FWGames, a game brand under Frontier Works, has officially released today!
The story takes place in a hot spring inn located in another world.
Players take on the role of the protagonist, who has lost their memories. During the day, they manage the inn's daily operations, while at night, they must struggle to survive amidst a relentless barrage of supernatural phenomena.
Notably, the player's choices during the day directly influence the supernatural events that occur at night.
As day turns to night, a unique adventure blending Japanese ghost stories with simulation management begins.
◆ Release Celebration 20% Discount Now Live!
To celebrate the game's release, it is now available on Steam with a 20% launch discount.
In this hot spring inn located in the Otherworld, players must carefully attend to various Tsukumogami during the day, while facing dangerous supernatural entities manifested from "Kegare" at night.
This new title, blending daytime management with late-night horror survival, is now available with a release celebration discount.
Take this opportunity to push open the inn's doors and explore the eerie truths hidden deep within the otherworld.
Event Period: November 11 (Wed), 2026, 9:00 – November 25 (Wed), 2026, 8:59
Platform: Steam
◆ All Japanese voice acting in this title is provided by Emiri Iwai
The Chinese voice acting for the heroine "Hina" is also performed by the original Japanese voice actress, Emiri Iwai. Players can enjoy her nuanced performance whether playing in Chinese or Japanese.
◆ A Creator Lineup That Brings the World to Life! Introduction to Production Partners and Affiliated Companies
The unique atmosphere and tension of "Tales of the Other Inn" are made possible by the strong support of talented creators and teams across various fields. They meticulously crafted the scenario, music, sound effects, and visual design to provide players with a deeply immersive experience.
< Scenario Writing: Qualia Writers Inc. >
The scenario for this title is crafted by Qualia Writers Inc., a team deeply involved in the game and entertainment industries.
The team delicately portrays the starkly different atmospheres of the inn during the day and night, weaving a deep, interconnected story that unfolds based on player choices.
< Music & Sound Effects Production: Noisycroak Inc. >
The music for this title is composed by Noisycroak Inc., known for creating soundtracks and sound effects for numerous acclaimed games and films.
The emotionally rich Japanese-style soundtrack, combined with sound effects that create a chilling and immersive atmosphere for the nightly horrors, pushes player immersion to the extreme.
< UI Design / Logo Design: Kenzo Nagaoka >
The title logo and UI design, blending Japanese style with modern details, were created by designer Kenzo Nagaoka.
While conveying the rustic charm of traditional Japanese hot spring inns, the intuitive and comfortable interface supports a smooth gameplay experience, visually establishing the unique Eastern Otherworld worldview of this title.
◆ Pujia8 Studio handles distribution and Simplified/Traditional Chinese localization for the Greater China region
Along with the expansion into the Greater China region, Traditional Chinese support has been confirmed in addition to Simplified Chinese.
Deeply refining the Japanese horror worldview, supernatural phenomena, and hospitality themes of "Tales of the Other Inn," while meticulously recreating the subtle dialogue interactions between characters.
Pujia8 Studio will provide strong support for distribution in Simplified and Traditional Chinese regions.
◆ Demo version expected to launch on the Chinese gaming platform "TapTap"
Targeting players in Chinese-speaking regions, a demo version of "Tales of the Other Inn" is expected to launch on TapTap, a gaming platform with significant influence and an active player community in these areas.
◆ Confirmed for "WePlay Expo 2026"!
"Tales of the Other Inn" was showcased at "Tokyo Game Show 2026" during its development phase, receiving high praise and great anticipation from players who tried the demo.
Spurred by this enthusiastic response, the title will further advance its global expansion.
As another important milestone following the Tokyo Game Show, the title has been confirmed for "WePlay Expo 2026," a gaming culture event to be held in Shanghai, China, from November 21 (Sat) to 22 (Sun), 2026!
"WePlay Expo" is an international gaming festival gathering creative indie games and major console titles from around the world,
It attracts tens of thousands of enthusiastic players, game media, and creators every year.
At the "Tales of the Other Inn" booth, demo stations with the latest version fully adapted for Chinese will be available for hands-on experience.
We invite you to visit our booth at the Shanghai event to personally experience the unique charm of this Japanese-crafted "Hot Spring Horror."
【WePlay Expo 2026 Participation Overview】
・Event Name: WePlay Expo 2026
・Event Dates: November 21 (Sat), 2026 – November 22 (Sun), 2026
・Venue: National Exhibition and Convention Center, Hall 2.2, Shanghai
◆ Tsukumogami Visiting the Hot Spring Inn, and Supernatural Phenomena Stirring in the Night
The stage of the game is the "Otherworld," a realm that is neither the mortal world nor the afterlife.
In a world where forgotten things eventually drift ashore and wander as Tsukumogami, a hot spring inn stands quietly.
You awaken with no memory and become an employee of this inn.
Although memories of work have faded from your mind, your body seems to retain certain instincts, beginning to move automatically.
The guests here are not human, but beings who have completed their missions in the mortal world, been forgotten by people, and eventually transformed into Tsukumogami.
They are all wrapped in a malevolent energy that erodes the soul—known as "Kegare."
By soaking in the hot springs, enjoying meals, and sleeping peacefully, these "Kegare" are gradually purified from them.
However, the removed "Kegare" (impurities) do not simply vanish into thin air.
They accumulate within the inn and transform into bizarre phenomena that assault you every night.
◆ Game Overview and Features
The core of this title lies in the tense gameplay loop created by the "cycle of day and night."
Through interactions with Tsukumogami, the story of the Otherworld and "Kegare" will gradually be revealed. The plot direction and endings will change based on player choices.
Before you, who have lost your memory, appears a white-haired girl named "Hina."
Under her guidance, you will gradually learn the various tasks of the inn.
< Daytime: Daily life at the inn, healing Tsukumogami >
During the day, your task is to wholeheartedly entertain the visiting Tsukumogami. By working diligently and engaging in deep conversations with them, you will gradually uncover the sources of the "Kegare" they carry and their unknown pasts.
"You must never let your guard down at night. Leaving this inn is strictly prohibited."
—Hina's words are an ironclad rule that must never be broken.
< Nighttime: Struggling to survive in an inn filled with "Kegare" >
When night falls, the "Kegare" accumulated during the day will surge forth. And the guests from the day will reveal completely different faces in the darkness.
A single act of kindness might become your beacon of survival, while excessive gentleness could invite fatal disaster.
This is the inn at night, starkly different from the day, where impurities stir.
To safely see the dawn, you must act cautiously during the day.
◆ Character Introduction
< Protagonist >
An employee who awakens in an ancient otherworldly hot spring inn, having lost all memories of their past.
Relying only on residual instincts to manage the inn, while constantly figuring out how to survive the nightly supernatural assaults.
< Hina (CV: Emiri Iwai) >
A cute white-haired girl who manages the otherworldly hot spring inn.
Gentle and considerate, she also believes in "no work, no food." She is highly capable, bustling around the inn from early morning.
Why does she insist on staying in this dangerous Otherworld? What secrets lie hidden in her heart...?
< Tsukumogami >
"Non-human guests" who were forgotten in the mortal world and gained consciousness after long years.
Though inherently good-natured and eager to be of service to humans, they are surrounded by "Kegare" (impurities), leading them to seek healing and comfort at this inn.
◆ Product Information
Game Title: Tales of the Other Inn
Game Genre: Hot Spring Horror Simulation
Platform: Steam
Steam Release Date: November 11 (Wed), 2026
Price: 28 CNY
Number of Players: 1
Supported Languages: Japanese, Chinese (Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese)
Audio Languages: Japanese, Simplified Chinese
Game Publisher: Frontier Works
【Voice Cast】
Hina: Emiri Iwai
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