J-Horror Master Takashi Shimizu's Latest Film "Dareka-san to Asobo?" Inspires Original Game to be Released as a Horror Map on Fortnite!

Mondrian Inc. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Takushi Tsunoda; hereinafter "the Company") is pleased to announce that, as part of the promotion for the latest school horror film "Dareka-san to Asobo?" (Scheduled for nationwide release on July 24, 2026 / Distributor: Shochiku), directed by J-horror master Takashi Shimizu, an original horror game titled "Takayasama," created by world-renowned Fortnite creator Neverty, will be released as a horror map on the Fortnite platform.

In this collaboration, the Company connected creator Neverty, with whom we have a business partnership, and the film "Dareka-san to Asobo?", taking charge of the planning, production, and direction to translate the film's worldview into a game. By bridging both the entertainment industry and the game/metaverse industry, we aim to create new encounters between film fans and game fans.

Takashi Shimizu, a master of J-horror who directed the "Ju-On" series and achieved the first-ever No. 1 box office ranking in the U.S. by a Japanese director with the Hollywood remake "THE JUON/The Grudge," which was released worldwide, continues to lead J-horror with upcoming films such as "Kuchibiru ni Kansatsu" based on the original work by Hajime Segawa. His latest film, "Dareka-san to Asobo?," will be released nationwide on July 24, 2026 (Fri).

Original Horror Game "Takayasama" Based on the Film's Worldview Released on Fortnite

The game to be released this time is a loop-style horror set in a school at night, condensing the concept of "curse" which holds the key to the film's plot. It is another "play" that re-imagines the horror of the film "Dareka-san to Asobo?" from a different perspective.

Notably, it features an "auditory" system that skillfully incorporates the film's gimmicks. The "Takayasama," a supernatural entity in the game, has a "nature of collecting sound," and if the player moves carelessly and makes loud noises, it will detect the vibrations and creep up from behind. Furthermore, eerie "humming" echoes throughout the school, just like in the movie, creating an immersive experience that gradually erodes the player's sanity not only visually but also aurally.

Neverty's "ultimate horror experience" unfolds on the Fortnite field ahead of the theatrical release. This is a must-play title not only for fans awaiting the film's release but also for gamers worldwide.

Game Story

One afternoon after school, the protagonists casually engage in a "game that must never be played" that is currently trending. Just as they begin to relax, thinking nothing happened, the "Takayasama" approaches with a humming sound. In a state of extreme tension where being caught means the end, they must find the cassette tape that is the cause of the curse and aim to escape the school... but will they succeed?

This is an original horror game for "Dareka-san to Asobo?" where the story branches into terrifying endings depending on the player's choices and exploration results.

Original Creators: Rumi Tsunoda, Takashi Shimizu

*The story and setting differ from the main film.

*This is an independently created Fortnite island and is not sponsored, endorsed, or operated by Epic Games, Inc.

About Neverty

A Fortnite creator acclaimed for their captivating designs and meticulous game design skills. Their released maps have accumulated over 150 million total plays, and their combined social media followers on YouTube, TikTok, and X exceed 320,000, an unusually large scale for a creator. Notable game titles include the "Okame no Yakata" series, with over 80 million total plays, and the hit game "Brain Lot Fight," which boasts a peak concurrent player count of 200,000 and is a frequent top performer in global rankings.

<Neverty's Comment> I am Neverty, the producer of the UEFN version of "Takayasama." First, I am grateful for the opportunity to gamify the world of "Dareka-san to Asobo?". The unique horror, absurdity, and playfulness of the original work served as a renewed inspiration for me as a creator of horror content, and it became the catalyst for implementing elements such as sound-based gameplay, the tension of pursuit, and random supernatural phenomena into this game. I hope many people will experience the world of "Dareka-san to Asobo?" as a film and as a Fortnite game, as a terrifying experience this summer.

<Takushi Tsunoda, Representative Director of Mondrian Inc., Comment>

This time, we have delivered a collaboration between a famous horror film and UEFN. UEFN and Roblox are not only highly effective media for Generation Alpha but also provide opportunities for excellent content to be enjoyed by a wider audience. We hope this will lead to an increase in fans of the work.

Furthermore, we anticipate a future where IPs born from UEFN and Roblox will be adapted into films. Mondrian Inc. will continue to strive to be a bridge between both the entertainment industry and the game/metaverse industry. We sincerely hope that everyone will enjoy both the film and the game.

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Mondrian Inc. will continue to provide innovative services as the optimal partner for the success of corporate metaverse projects. Local government and corporate officials interested in "Fortnite, Roblox, Minecraft Game Planning/Production" and "Metaverse Projects" are welcome to contact us. For inquiries from local governments and companies regarding this matter, please feel free to contact us here: https://mondrian.gg/contact/

About Mondrian Inc.

Mondrian Inc. is a new type of game company that provides game and metaverse products for corporations and individuals, utilizing giant platforms such as Minecraft, Fortnite, and Roblox. Rather than simply creating and finishing, we develop strategic solutions in a wide range of fields, including new business development, education, regional revitalization, and marketing, centered around the principles of "Create, Use, Continue, Connect." With a hands-on approach, we involve diverse stakeholders such as users, creators, companies, government agencies, schools, and media to maximize the potential of the metaverse. We promote the formation of a sustainable economy and creator support, paving the way for mass adoption of the metaverse.

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Capital: 5,000,000

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