About This Demo

Set in Japan, 1991, you play as an American journalist assigned to investigate the infamous Tanaka Residence, a house where locals claim nobody survives beyond the third day.

Document paranormal events, interview unsettling locals, search for hidden secrets, and uncover the truth behind the haunting. As your investigation progresses, the line between reality and nightmare begins to disappear, forcing you to question everything you see.

Your camera is your greatest investigative tool. Photograph disturbing evidence, review your findings, and earn a final journalistic grade based on the quality of your investigation.

Every choice shapes the story. Explore every lead, uncover hidden secrets, and discover one of several endings....including a hidden true ending for those who reveal the complete truth behind the Tanaka Residence.

Story Mode (Rookie) (Recommended for First-Time Players)

Experience the story with helpful gameplay assistance.

• Interaction UI highlights important objects.

• Camera storage limited to 12 photos.

• Dialogue and story choices have no time limit.

Search every room.

Interview local residents.

Review recorded footage.

Discover hidden secrets.

Photograph paranormal events and critical evidence.

Uncover the truth hidden within the hidden haunted house.

Your goal isn't simply to survive.

You're a journalist.

How Long Is the Demo?

Your time inside the Tanaka Residence depends on how you choose to investigate.

• Skipping Everything: Approximately 18 minutes.

• Exploring Thoroughly: Approximately 30 minutes.

• For Streamers: Around 1 hour, allowing time for reactions, discussions, and interactions with your lovely communities.

Whether you rush through the investigation or take your time examining every detail, your first visit to the Tanaka Residence is only the beginning.

Play the free JUBAKU demo on Steam and begin your investigation.

Mature Content Description

The developers describe the content like this:

This game contains psychological horror and mature themes, including depictions and references to child abuse, domestic abuse, illness, disability, death, suicide, murder, trauma, and disturbing supernatural events. The game also contains frightening imagery, intense scenes, jump scares, and themes involving psychological distress and parental abuse. The game does not contain sexual content or explicit nudity.