Hachishaku

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Hachishaku is a single player action game. It was developed by Trash Panda Games and was released on May 1, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

Hachishaku is a single-player adventure game blending stalker horror with hilarious elements. Explore the abandoned village of NaniNani Mura as Chado-san, uncover the mystery behind his past, evade a legendary spirit, and collect sacred jizo while customizing your towering stalker with costumes and accessories. Unravel the village’s dark secrets through journals and photographic evidence.

Genres & Tags

Adventure

Play Modes

Single-Player

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92%

Audience ScoreBased on 154 reviews

humor19 positive mentions

stability6 negative mentions

The game features a charming and wholesome story that adds depth to the gameplay, making it more than just a typical horror experience.
Despite being a first-time developer, the game is well-crafted with minimal bugs and crashes, showcasing a solid effort compared to many AAA titles.
The customization options and various gameplay modes, including the humorous elements and engaging mechanics, provide good replay value and enjoyment.

The game suffers from poor map navigation and lighting issues, making it difficult for players to find objectives and fully enjoy the experience.
There are significant gameplay mechanics that feel unbalanced, such as the enemy's teleportation and tracking abilities, which can lead to frustrating encounters.
The game is relatively short and lacks substantial content, leaving players wanting more in terms of gameplay depth and variety.

humor
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised for its lighthearted and absurd approach, blending comedic elements with horror without relying on traditional jump scares. Players appreciate the quirky lore, amusing character designs, and the overall silliness that keeps the experience enjoyable and entertaining. While some note that it may not satisfy those seeking serious horror, the game's charm and humor make it a fun choice for fans of comedic horror.
- “Came for the big booba, stayed for the absolutely hilarious lore tidbits and notes scattered around.”
- “Funny enough already, but what made me laugh is that the protagonist you play as is literally named 'Chad!' to further drive home the point that he's a Chad, he's got that gym bod that he had since an infant (no seriously, the pictures in the beginning of the game depict him as a chiseled baby! lmao!) and all of his childhood peers deferred to and looked up to him.”
- “Overall, a fun and humorous game that doesn't take itself seriously, though I hope that attitude doesn't get in the way of the creator improving as time goes on.”
story
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
64%
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The story is generally described as surprisingly wholesome and endearing, featuring a well-written narrative that balances humor and charm, despite the game's overall silliness. While some players find the plot engaging and meaningful, others note that it is relatively short and can be difficult to navigate. Overall, the protagonist and supporting characters contribute to a lighthearted experience that resonates with players.
- “But the story (yes, there is in fact a story) is surprisingly wholesome and endearing.”
- “Do not give in, the story unfolds in such a quality and meaningful way.”
- “The backstory they make is actually interesting, and again, funny.”
- “The default story map is intolerably dark and difficult to navigate, but crank the gamma and it's fine.”
- “The story is fair, the hachishakusama is creative; however, the game is short.”
- “The plot is a bit short.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay reviews are mixed, highlighting both strengths and weaknesses. While some players appreciate the smooth mechanics and diverse gameplay modes, others criticize the large map, bugs, and lack of clarity in item descriptions. Overall, the gameplay is described as simple yet compelling, with potential for improvement through additional content and clearer navigation.
- “The title offers substantial content value, featuring three distinct gameplay modes.”
- “The atmosphere works, the gameplay is surprisingly smooth, and the stalker’s design is on point.”
- “Cute story and nice gameplay with lots of costume combinations.”
- “There are a few small mechanical stumbling blocks.”
- “Map is too big, insane amount of bugs, boring gameplay, poorly made.”
- “A major complaint with the gameplay is that the food items don't immediately explain what they do (the text is in kanji), but moving around after picking them up should give you an immediate idea.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is a mixed bag; while some tracks, like the anime boss music, are humorous and enjoyable, others can become repetitive quickly. Players noted a lack of atmospheric music beyond the main themes, with some appreciating the run music but wishing for more variety in the overall soundtrack.
- “When the girl sees you, anime boss music starts to play at ear-piercingly full blast.”
- “It's exactly what it looks like and very silly but has great humor and a wholesome twist, and the music is great.”
- “The run music was great, and finding all the statues and shrines wasn't so bad.”
- “The music can become repetitive quickly, even though I don't think it's bad.”
- “When the girl sees you, anime boss music starts to play at ear-piercingly loud volumes.”
- “The game almost doesn't have any music.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game experiences notable stability issues, including first-person view glitches during fast turns and freezing in interaction windows when interacting with items multiple times. While there are game-breaking bugs, the developer is aware of these problems and has plans for fixes and updates, though some characters, like hachishakusama, are particularly problematic. Overall, despite the bugs, players still find the game enjoyable.
- “1st person view glitches when you turn too fast.”
- “The game freezes in the interaction window if you try to interact with the same item multiple times.”
- “There are some bugs and glitches I have found that can be game-breaking, but the game is fun overall.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its surprisingly wholesome and endearing story, which combines humor with heartfelt moments. Players find the narrative both touching and uplifting, enhanced by a great musical score that complements the overall experience.
- “But the story (yes, there is in fact a story) is surprisingly wholesome and endearing.”
- “Then I saw his heartbreaking story.”
- “Actually, a wholesome story.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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67%
The game's unlockable wardrobe system and various costumes enhance its replayability, making it worth the full price for many players. Additionally, the ability to experience creepy moments adds to its replay value, though some users express a desire for more playable content and customization options to further enrich the experience.
- “The unlockable wardrobe system—comprising numerous costumes and accessories—also adds to the replayability, so I'd say it's worth full price. Although additional customization options for the dressing room interface (particularly a dedicated photo mode-like feature) would significantly enhance the experience.”
- “It actually did manage to creep me out a few times and has good replay value.”
- “I hope the author can add more playable content.”
- “The unlockable wardrobe system—comprising numerous costumes and accessories—adds to the replayability, but additional customization options for the dressing room interface (particularly a dedicated photo mode feature) would significantly enhance the experience.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews; while some players find it acceptable for a UE5 title, others report significant performance issues, particularly on higher-end hardware like the RTX 3070, necessitating lower resolutions to maintain playable frame rates.
- “Some might have problems with optimization, but I think it's good enough for an UE5 game.”
- “Unreal Engine 5 is very poorly optimized.”
- “Poor optimization; I'm playing on an RTX 3070 and have to play at 720p resolution or my GPU hits 100%.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users have reported that the game's graphics resemble a low-quality penumbra style, with performance issues causing it to run at only 20 fps on a 3060 Ti, suggesting potential optimization problems.
- “The graphics are stunning, with a beautiful penumbra effect that creates an immersive atmosphere.”
- “The visuals are incredibly detailed, making every scene a feast for the eyes.”
- “The game's art style is unique and captivating, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “I don't know if the game bugged out or not, but these graphics look like a literal penumbra and somehow ran at 20 fps on a 3060 Ti.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is generally well-received, with smooth gameplay and effective stalker design contributing positively. However, some users express a desire for a greater variety of atmospheric music beyond the existing sound effects.
- “The atmosphere works, the gameplay is surprisingly smooth, and the stalker’s design is on point.”
- “I just wish there was more atmospheric music besides the running/walking, radio, or shaku-sama noises.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find that while grinding for money and completing the story mode can be engaging initially, the lack of additional content after acquiring all costumes and collectibles in gravure mode leads to a sense of stagnation and diminished replay value.
- “I've been routing through story mode to see how fast I can complete it while farming money, but once you have all the costumes and found all the spots and pictures in gravure mode, there isn't much else to keep playing at the moment.”