Spirit Hunter - NG

Game Overview

Spirit Hunter: NG is a horror adventure visual novel developed by Experience and published internationally by Aksys Games. Unlike its predecessor, which focused on a cursed mark claiming lives, NG puts you in the shoes of a hardened young man seeking to rescue his missing step sister. To find her, he is dragged into a dangerous underworld run by an enigmatic, gambling-addicted spirit named Kaku.

To survive, you must investigate urban legends, scour haunted locations from a first-person perspective, and collect crucial clues. The core gameplay heavily features "Judgement" scenarios, where you must make quick, high-stakes choices and correctly use gathered evidence during deadly confrontations with malicious spirits to save both your loved ones and yourself.

Quick Specifications

• Platform: PlayStation Vita (PS Vita)

• Release Date: September 2018 (Japan) / October 2019 (North America / Europe via Digital PSN & Limited Physical Editions)

• Genre: Horror, Visual Novel, Adventure, Mystery

• Developer: Experience

• Publisher: Aksys Games

• Players: 1 Player (Single-Player)

• Play Length: Approximately 10 to 15 hours

• Region Format: Region Free (Digital via PlayStation Network / Physical Cartridge)

Key Features

• Macabre Urban Legend Lore: Investigate chilling, supernatural myths deeply rooted in the dark side of Tokyo’s urban folklore.

• Immersive "Deadly Choice" System: Face high-tension psychological encounters where single missteps or incorrect clues lead directly to gruesome ends.

• Interactive Investigation Mechanics: Use a flashlight to search grim environments, uncovering hidden items, documents, and vital evidence.

• Stunning Dark Aesthetic: Enjoy haunting, beautifully painted character portraits, eerie background art, and an atmospheric soundscape designed to unnerve.

• Physical & Digital Legacy: Highly valued by PlayStation Vita collectors for receiving official physical cartridge editions via Aksys Games during the system's twilight years.

Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)

Q: Do you need to play the first game (Death Mark) to understand NG?

A: No, NG acts as a standalone story set in the same dark universe. While there are a few subtle thematic callbacks and returning lore elements, you can fully enjoy the plot without prior experience.

Q: How does the horror gameplay function in a visual novel?

A: While core progress involves reading narrative text and making dialogue choices, NG breaks up the pacing by dropping you into active "investigation phases" (where you explore dangerous rooms with a flashlight) and "Judgement" boss battles against spirits.

Q: Does the PS Vita version include trophies?

A: Yes, the game features a comprehensive trophy set, complete with an attainable Platinum trophy for players who uncover all endings and secrets.

Q: Was the game released physically on cartridge for the PS Vita?

A: Yes, Aksys Games released official physical cartridges for the PlayStation Vita in western territories alongside its digital release on the PlayStation Store.