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Press release:
April 25, 2025.
The Tokyo-based (Japan) indie games publisher Shochiku and indie games developer Serafini Productions, are today very thrilled and happy to announce that their psychological horror game “BrokenLore: DON’T WATCH“, is now available for PC via Steam.

Set mostly within a claustrophobic six-square-meter Tokyo apartment, DON’T WATCH follows Shinji—a young man who has shut himself off from the outside world. In an effort to escape the overwhelming societal pressures, he becomes the embodiment of the hikikomori phenomenon – a state of extreme social withdrawal. His isolation, however, is challenged when a nightmare unfolds: a relentless, all-seeing terror from Japanese folklore.

Inspired by the myth of Hyakume—a monstrous being with a hundred unyielding eyes—DON’T WATCH transforms the simple act of looking into a test of survival. In this world, locking eyes with Hyakume isn’t just a moment of dread—it’s deadly. Its gaze, as if wielding a blade, threatens to stab right into your very being, making it imperative to conceal your eyes at crucial moments.

Developed in collaboration with a professional psychologist, the game artfully delves into themes of anxiety, isolation, and the unyielding cycle of societal judgment while delivering an experience that’s as engaging as it is thought-provoking.

DON’T WATCH is the latest addition to the BrokenLore series—a universe renowned for its exploration of contemporary fears and social themes such as societal pressures, isolation, and anxiety. Following the success of BrokenLore: LOW, this new entry enhances its psychological depth with hyper-realistic visuals interwoven with evocative retro segments, broadening its narrative canvas and atmospheric tension.

KEY FEATURES:

Innovative “DON’T WATCH” gameplay mechanic, challenging players to cover their eyes to survive encounters.

Engaging psychological horror narrative grounded in realistic fears.

Visually captivating blend of hyper-realistic and retro-style graphics.

Deeply interconnected narrative within the expansive BrokenLore series universe.

Accessible yet layered storytelling, designed to engage players at multiple levels.

Availability:

BrokenLore: DON’T WATCH is available now on Steam (PS5 release is scheduled for later this year)

Standard Price: $8.99 USD (10% launch discount)

Additional 10% discount if purchased in a bundle with BrokenLore: LOW

Demo: Available free on Steam

fini Productions is a game studio led by Sebastiano Serafini, who brings experience from the entertainment industry. The studio is currently developing the BrokenLore series, with multiple chapters planned for future release. Through its games, the team aims to deliver impactful, thought-provoking stories that resonate with players on an emotional level.

For more information visit the official website: serafiniproductions.com

About Serafini Productions
Founded in 2022, Serafini Productions is a game studio led by Sebastiano Serafini, who brings experience from the entertainment industry. The studio is currently developing the BrokenLore series, with multiple chapters planned for future release. Through its games, the team aims to deliver impactful, thought-provoking stories that resonate with players on an emotional level.

For more information visit the official website: serafiniproductions.com

About Shochiku Co. (Publisher)
Shochiku Co., Ltd. (Game Business Division)

Launched in June 2024 as a dedicated division within Shochiku Co., Ltd., the Game Business Division handles publishing for PC and console titles such as Backpack Battles and MiSide.

For more information visit the official website: https://game.shochiku.co.jp/