Developed and published by the Japanese brother-duo , The Bathhouse (known in Japan as Jigoku Sentou ) is a psychological horror game that blends mundane customer-service simulation with unsettling supernatural elements. Originally released in late 2022, it was later remade and republished as The Bathhouse: Restored Edition in August 2024 to address game-breaking bugs. Core Narrative and Setting
: Players must perform daily chores such as collecting dirty towels, scrubbing walls, and checking in customers by providing them with baskets containing soap, shampoo, and razors. Chillas Art The Bathhouse
Informative Overview: The Bathhouse (地獄銭湯) by Chilla’s Art Developed and published by the Japanese brother-duo ,
: The game draws inspiration from the Japanese urban legend of Ubume , a spirit associated with childbirth and death, which manifests as a haunting figure within the bathhouse. Gameplay Mechanics praying at temples for protection charms
: Navigating the small town involves talking to NPCs, praying at temples for protection charms, and solving inventory-based puzzles to progress the story.
: Players explore a grimy apartment complex and a traditional Japanese bathhouse.