Recycle Shop Eko Demo Lands on Steam Ahead of 2026 Release
The demo hands players the puzzle loop and the opening chapter of every character's scenario, so the studio can gauge response to a jump-scare-free horror format before the free release lands later in 2026.
Reporting from 1 source: Denfaminicogamer.
A demo for Recycle Shop Eko, a horror novel game developed independently by Yashiki Shigi, is now available on Steam. Players run a recycle shop, chat with seven characters, and unlock 35 scenarios using money earned from match-3 puzzles. Four difficulty options are included, and the game avoids jump scares. The full release is planned for within 2026 at no cost.
The demo covers much of the puzzle game, the first chapter of each character's scenario, and many casual conversations. Money earned by running the shop unlocks scenarios, and sales rise with the player's match-3 score.
Each chapter reads in about two to three minutes, and the scenarios total 35. The four switchable difficulty options let players aim for a high score within the time limit.
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- Denfaminicogamer ジト目店主のリサイクルショップが舞台のホラーノベルゲーム『リサイクルショップ回向』Steamにて体験版を配信