NASUBI: A Psychological Dive into the Abyss of Extreme Reality TV

 Have you ever wondered what would happen if you were the protagonist of a TV show so controversial that it pushes human endurance to its limits? NASUBI, by FunB4nan and st1sdan, available on itch.io, offers you the chance to experience precisely that. Inspired by the infamous late-90s Japanese reality experiment, Susunu! Denpa Shõnen, this game is an intense simulation of psychological endurance that will grip you from the very first moment.

In NASUBI, you find yourself trapped in a completely empty room. With no personal belongings, no provisions of any kind, and, most crucially, no human contact. Your sole connection to the outside world is an old analog rotary phone. This simple yet terrifying premise plunges you into an environment of isolation and deprivation that will challenge your sanity.

Screenshot of NASUBI game: the player in a minimalist room. Screenshot of NASUBI: Detail of the rotary phone in the room.

The game features an aesthetic that evokes the PlayStation (PSX/PS1) era, with low-polygon 3D graphics that contribute to both an unsettling and nostalgic atmosphere. Every moment inside the room is a test of patience, where monotony becomes another character. What will you do with that phone? How will you survive the solitude? The deliberate slowness and scarcity of interaction are designed to replicate the psychological pressure of the real-life experiment.

Simple Controls for a Profound Experience:

Action

Keys

 

Move

WASD

Interact

E

Crouch

C

Pause / Resume

ESC

Screenshot of NASUBI: View of the wall with a calendar. Screenshot of NASUBI: Game interface with a clock and day counter.

Developed with tools such as Blender, Aseprite, Godot, and Audacity, NASUBI demonstrates how creativity and a clear vision can transform simple concepts into memorable experiences. Although it is "in development," it has already received a 5.0/5.0 rating from the community, underscoring its impact. It is an atmospheric psychological horror game that, in about half an hour, will leave you thinking.

Screenshot of NASUBI: The game over or ending screen.

If you are looking for a gaming experience that makes you reflect on mental resilience and the impact of isolation, NASUBI is a fascinating choice. Dare to enter the room and discover how long you can endure the solitude.

You can play and download NASUBI here: https://funbanan.itch.io/nasubi

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