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CowaCowa: Jinmenken

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Content notice: This game contains the following mature content: - Depictions of blood - Gore representation

Mostly Positive — 77% positive (71 reviews) · 4 achievements

Last updated 30 Sept 2026

"CowaCowa: Jinmenken" is a 3D horror adventure game based on the Japanese urban legend of the "Jinmenken," a dog with a human face. Explore a hand-drawn 2.5D world from a first-person perspective, uncovering eerie mysteries in a quiet residential neighborhood at night.

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Adventure, Indie, Free To Play · 2024 · More free games

Step into the chilling world of CowaCowa: Jinmenken, an indie horror adventure where you explore a hand-drawn 2.5D neighborhood as night falls, unraveling unsettling secrets in a first-person perspective.

About this game

Jinmenken: A Terrifying Night Walk

🎮 Game Overview

“CowaCowa: Jinmenken” is a 3D horror adventure inspired by Japanese urban legends. Explore a hand-drawn 2.5D world from a first-person perspective as you uncover the mysteries of eerie phenomena.

🐕‍🦺 What is the Jinmenken?

The Jinmenken(Human-Faced Dog) is a Japanese urban legend about a dog with a human face. While its body resembles a typical dog, its face has human-like features, and it is often seen at night or in deserted places. Its bizarre appearance and eerie presence have given rise to many rumors and horror stories. Some say it laughs or even speaks in human language, adding to the unsettling nature of this mysterious creature.

📖 Story Introduction

You play as a young boy searching for his missing friend in a quiet residential area at night. While investigating the rumors of the “Jinmenken” — a dog with a human face — you are drawn deeper into unsettling events and hidden horrors.

🎮 Gameplay Features

  • First-Person Exploration: Walk through the world from your own perspective, discovering clues and immersing yourself in a suspenseful experience.

  • Unique Hand-Drawn Visuals: The warm, hand-drawn art style creates a distinctive 2.5D atmosphere that enhances the horror experience.

  • Urban Legend Horror Storyline: Dive into a narrative based on Japanese urban legends that pulls you deeper into the unknown.

  • Stealth Elements for an Intense Horror Experience: Hide and escape from the “Jinmenken” as you make your way through the game. The stealth action heightens the sense of fear and tension.

🎨 Atmosphere and Visuals

The hand-drawn 2.5D illustrations depict a Japanese residential neighborhood, setting a sinister and eerie mood. The curved depth of the environment makes it hard to see far ahead, heightening the sense of anxiety and drawing the player into the unknown. As a young boy, you’ll light up the dark streets with your flashlight, facing the lurking terrors of the silent night.

🎯 Target Players

Recommended for horror enthusiasts, those intrigued by Japanese urban legends and eerie atmospheres, and players who enjoy immersive exploration.

🏁 Ending

There is only one ending.

⏱️ Estimated Playtime

30 to 60 minutes

📺Streaming Policy Summary

Streaming is allowed for both individuals and corporations.

Please include the game name and the URL to the store page in the description section.

No prior authorization is required.

System Requirements

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Minimum

Minimum:
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS: Windows10
  • Processor: 2.2GHz / 2 core
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics
  • Storage: 500 MB available space

Recommended

Recommended:
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

Supported Languages

English, Japanese, Portuguese - Brazil, Russian, Simplified Chinese

Latest news

  • Patch NotesOfficial

    Security Update

    Addressed CVE-2025-59489 (Unity security vulnerability).
    Read full article on Community Announcements (のびし)
  • Patch NotesOfficial

    Added a Difficulty Option

    You can now set the game difficulty. The speed and vision range of enemies will change according to the selected difficulty. Set the frame rate cap to 60fps. This should make the game run more smoothly and stably.
    Read full article on Community Announcements (のびし)
  • Patch NotesOfficial

    2024/11/06 15:00

    Apologies to those who experienced dizziness or ear pain. We have fixed the following issues by adjusting the initial settings in the options: - Fixed the issue of extreme spinning at the start of the game - Fixed the issue of the volume being 100 times the normal maximum at the start of the game
    Read full article on Community Announcements (のびし)

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