Junji Ito Maniac: An Infinite Gaol

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Junji Ito Maniac: An Infinite Gaol is a single player action game. It was developed by SOFTSTAR ENTERTAINMENT and was released on November 11, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Junji Ito Maniac: An Infinite Gaol follows a college student trapped in a mysterious mansion filled with eerie statues, traps, and strange mechanisms. Joined by a young woman and a detective, they navigate puzzles and horrors like floating human-head balloons and creeping darkness. As the mystery deepens, the protagonist faces terrifying anomalies and an unsettling transformation within himself.

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73%

Audience ScoreBased on 102 reviews

story7 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features a fun and engaging story that incorporates various elements from Junji Ito's works, making it enjoyable for fans.
The atmosphere and visuals are well-crafted, providing a creepy and immersive experience that captures the essence of horror.
The gameplay includes multiple endings and puzzles, offering replayability and a chance to explore different narrative paths.

The game suffers from repetitive gameplay and limited enemy variety, which can make it feel dull and unchallenging.
Many players found the story to be poorly executed and lacking the depth and horror typically associated with Junji Ito's work.
The use of AI-generated content has drawn criticism, leading to concerns about the overall quality and authenticity of the game's artistic elements.

story
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
72%
10%
The game's story, inspired by Junji Ito's "Tomie," has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its intriguing elements and voice acting, while others criticize it for being poorly written and difficult to follow. Many found the narrative to be a disjointed blend of horror and escape room mechanics, with some noting that the use of AI in storytelling detracted from the overall experience. Overall, while the game offers a unique take on Ito's work, it struggles with coherence and depth, leaving players divided on its effectiveness.
- “The voice acting, set pieces, and story were great!”
- “The plot is built on the enchanting curse of Tomie Kawakami, one of the antagonists in Junji Ito's stories.”
- “The story is interesting and branches off into three different directions during the second half of the game, depending on your character's choices.”
- “The story was awful, the mechanics were clunky, and I was wholly bored the entire time.”
- “The story is so poorly written it feels like AI, which honestly might be the case given that the game already confirms the use of AI for several of the art pieces in the mansion.”
- “The storyline is boring (very edgy), the combat system is lacking - with only 1 type of monster, or 2 if you can call the head balloon a monster - and the puzzles are laughingly easy.”
gameplay
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
62%
17%
Gameplay in the game is a mixed bag, with some players enjoying the fun puzzles and survival mechanics set in a horror-themed environment, while others criticize the clunky mechanics, repetitiveness, and lack of depth. The game features a fast-paced experience with a few intriguing elements, but many found it ultimately boring and lacking in challenge, leading to a desire for more content and complexity. Overall, while the visuals are praised, the gameplay often feels simplistic and fails to fully engage players.
- “The game included a number of Junji Ito's iconic horrors to experience in first person, and the gameplay, puzzles, and level design were all fun.”
- “Gameplay was also super easy to go through, and I really liked that you could fast forward and use the bed to skip certain areas.”
- “Great gameplay, beautiful graphics if you have a decent video card and a 32" 4K OLED monitor.”
- “The story was awful, the mechanics were clunky, and I was wholly bored the entire time.”
- “The gameplay got super boring and little repetitive in the end and it didn't really feel worth it to try to 100% the game, even some of the achievements made it feel like they are just there so you get more than 2 hours of play time in so you can't refund the game.”
- “The fact it uses AI for the story is a disappointment and overall the game feels like it focused more on graphics than on actual gameplay.”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
46%
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the polished and beautiful visuals, especially on high-end hardware, while others criticize the overall quality and reliance on AI-generated art. While the visuals contribute to a creepy atmosphere, some players feel that the focus on graphics detracts from gameplay and storytelling. Overall, the aesthetic appeals to fans of horror but may not satisfy all players.
- “Great gameplay, beautiful graphics if you have a decent video card and a 32" 4K OLED monitor.”
- “The graphics have a very polished and clean look in the game.”
- “Quality is pretty great; visuals, details, voice acting.”
- “It's a shame that the game uses AI-generated graphics, especially in the artwork... but I really appreciate the dev team letting everyone know about it.”
- “The fact it uses AI for the story is a disappointment, and overall the game feels like it focused more on graphics than on actual gameplay.”
- “Only good thing is the performance considering the graphics.”
atmosphere
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its creepy and immersive qualities, drawing inspiration from Junji Ito's unsettling aesthetic. While many players enjoy the exploration and artistic elements, some express disappointment with the abrupt ending and a challenging boss that detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a strong point, contributing to a fun yet tense gameplay experience.
- “The art and atmosphere are genuinely nice, and there are creepy ideas everywhere!”
- “I amused myself a lot—although the game is a new experience, it's directly influenced by Junji Ito's universe, combining elements from his different manga to create its terrifying atmosphere.”
- “If you come into this game wanting to play in a Junji Ito style atmosphere, you might be disappointed.”
- “I love Junji Ito's comics for their unsettling aesthetic—they create atmospheres of tension and dread.”
- “The atmosphere of the game is creepy, and exploring the house is a lot of fun.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its haunting atmosphere, where players navigate a beautifully eerie mansion filled with unsettling decor and a sense of dread. The experience evokes feelings of tension and vulnerability as players confront their fears while solving puzzles and evading threats.
- “You creep through this big, beautifully haunted mansion that looks like it was decorated by a serial killer with an art degree and unlimited emotional damage, picking up items, solving simple puzzles, and shoving yourself into closets, hoping whatever's chasing you loses interest.”
- “The game masterfully intertwines its haunting atmosphere with deep emotional storytelling, making every encounter feel personal and impactful.”
- “Each character's backstory is rich with emotion, drawing you into their struggles and triumphs, leaving a lasting impression long after the game ends.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
67%
The music in the game is noted as a standout feature, contributing positively to the overall experience, although some players express that it can evoke strong emotions, even leading them to play worship songs despite their personal beliefs.
- “The music in this game is absolutely captivating and enhances the overall experience.”
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, making every moment feel epic.”
- “I love how the music sets the mood and immerses you in the game's world.”
- “Really cool game aside from the bosses, level design, music, characters, story, visuals, controls, and puzzles.”
- “I'm so scared I started playing worship songs and I'm an atheist.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users have noted issues with stability, specifically mentioning glitches and a lack of clear direction in the game. There is hope that future updates will address these concerns.
- “I just hope in future updates they fix the glitches and lack of direction.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experienced constant lag and stability issues that ruined my gaming experience.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers note that the game's optimization is commendable, particularly in relation to its graphics, resulting in smooth performance.
- “The performance is impressive, especially given the quality of the graphics.”
- “The optimization really shines through, making the game run smoothly even on lower-end hardware.”
- “I appreciate how well-optimized the game is; it maintains high frame rates without sacrificing visual fidelity.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the game is viewed as a quick cash grab that capitalizes on the developer's name, leading to disappointment among players who expected more value.
- “I was so excited to play this, and typically I don't mind cash grabs because I have oodles of cash.”
- “It's just a quick cash grab capitalizing on its name, sadly.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is noted as genuinely funny, providing some entertainment despite a lackluster storyline and simplistic puzzles. However, the combat system is criticized for its monotony, featuring only one or two types of enemies.
- “Honestly, it was funny.”
- “The storyline is boring (very edgy), the combat system is lacking - with only 1 type of monster, or 2 if you can call the head balloon a monster - and the puzzles are laughingly easy.”

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Junji Ito Maniac: An Infinite Gaol is a action game.

Junji Ito Maniac: An Infinite Gaol is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 4 hours playing Junji Ito Maniac: An Infinite Gaol.

Junji Ito Maniac: An Infinite Gaol was released on November 11, 2025.

Junji Ito Maniac: An Infinite Gaol was developed by SOFTSTAR ENTERTAINMENT.

Junji Ito Maniac: An Infinite Gaol has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its graphics.

Junji Ito Maniac: An Infinite Gaol is a single player game.

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