File 09: Insect Village - Psychological Horror in a Hidden Mountain Town

8/22/2026, 3:49:32 PM

Release date: 5/26/2026

Tags: #strategy #rpg #interactive-fiction #incremental #2d #text-based #1990's #horror

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¥ 172 (JPY)

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$1.29 (USD)

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Japan Price: ¥ 172
Global Price: $1.29
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Key highlight

Experience psychological horror in File 09: Insect Village, a text-based strategy RPG set in a mysterious, fog-shrouded mountain village. Survive a parasitic threat in this narrative-driven 2D experience.

Who this is for

A fresh horror experience that draws players in with its unsettling narrative and unique atmosphere. Your choices for survival will determine your fate.

Details

Overview

File 09: Insect Village plunges players into a chilling psychological horror narrative. You step into the shoes of Lin Feng, a rookie police officer newly assigned to a remote mountain village that defies geographical records. This isolated community is shrouded in perpetual fog, its inhabitants adhering to strict, unsettling routines, like shutting themselves indoors at the precise moment each evening. The game hints at a deeply disturbing presence, with the unsettling discovery of a body horrifically hollowed out from within. This title explores themes of parasitic infestation, the insidious nature of capital, and the quiet complicity that allows such horrors to fester. Survival, not victory, is the ultimate goal.

Highlights

Genre Blend: File 09: Insect Village masterfully combines Strategy, RPG, and Interactive Fiction elements, offering a unique text-based experience with a 1990s aesthetic.
Atmospheric Horror: The game cultivates a palpable sense of dread through its mysterious setting and disturbing narrative, focusing on psychological terror.
Incremental Gameplay: Players will engage with incremental mechanics, adding a layer of resource management or progression to the unfolding horror.

Who It's For

This game is designed for players who appreciate deep, narrative-driven experiences and enjoy psychological horror. Fans of text-based adventures, interactive fiction, and strategy RPGs with a dark, unsettling theme will find File 09: Insect Village particularly compelling. If you're looking for a game that challenges your perception and offers a grim, thought-provoking story, this title is worth exploring.

Game Info

Developed and published by 任意门AnyAnyGame, File 09: Insect Village was released on May 26, 2026. It supports multiple languages, including English, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese. The game features Steam Achievements and supports Family Sharing, with multiplayer capabilities also listed. Its 2D, text-based presentation evokes a distinct 1990s horror feel.