The Ao Oni series is launching its first location-based VR attraction this summer and bringing the original freeware game to PS5 on July 3, expanding a franchise that began in 2004.
The Ao Oni series, which started as a free horror game in 2004, is entering two new formats in 2026. Dynamo Amusement Co., Ltd. licensed the IP from LiTMUS and announced "Ao Oni VR: Blueberry Mass Production Plan," the first location-based VR attraction in the series. Up to 22 participants wear VR goggles, walk freely, and collect drinks while avoiding Ao Oni. The limited-time event starts this summer at VR BASE TOKYO, with plans to expand nationwide.
Game Studio announced the PlayStation 5 release of noprops' classic horror game Ao Oni on July 3. The free 2004 original, which tasks players with escaping a demon through puzzles, has spawned sequels, ports, a comedy TV anime, an anime film, live-action films, and a novel series. The series has accumulated over 34 million downloads.
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Game Studio announced the PlayStation 5 release of noprops' classic horror game Ao Oni on July 3. The free 2004 original, which tasks players with escaping a demon through puzzles, has spawned sequels, ports, a comedy TV anime, an anime film, live-action films, and a novel series.
Dynamo Amusement Co., Ltd. has licensed the Ao Oni IP from LiTMUS and announced "Ao Oni VR: Blueberry Mass Production Plan," the first location-based VR attraction in the series. Up to 22 participants wear VR goggles, walk freely, and collect drinks while avoiding Ao Oni. The limited-time event starts this summer at VR BASE TOKYO, with plans to expand nationwide.