"字獄 JIGOKU," a kanji-themed wave survival game, is now available on Steam.
The player evolves through 人, 拳, 侍, 鬼, and 神, descending through the loop into deeper layers.
Price: USD 7.99
Platforms: Windows / macOS / Steam Deck
Developed and published by W4S
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