Novel Adaptation of Horror Game 'Aquarium Does Not Dance' Announced, Written by Original Creator Daidai
A novel adaptation of the hit indie horror game 'Aquarium Does Not Dance,' which has reached 800,000 downloads, is now in production. Original creator Daidai will personally write the text and draw the cover. A special site has launched with an early preview available.
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The free horror game 'Aquarium Does Not Dance,' developed solo over eight years by creator Daidai, has surpassed 800,000 total downloads. A novel adaptation, personally written and illustrated by Daidai, is now officially in production!
As the first wave of information, the cover illustration and a promotional video (PV) have been released on the special website. Furthermore, an early preview is available on the official Note page, featuring Suzu's inner thoughts and descriptive scenes not present in the original game. Information regarding the interior illustrators and the release date will be shared on the special site soon.
◆ Overview
Novel 'Aquarium Does Not Dance'
Original Story / Author: Daidai
Cover Illustration: Daidai
Interior Illustrations: TBD
Production: Frontier Works Inc.
◆ About 'Aquarium Does Not Dance'
Since its February 2024 release, it achieved 100,000 downloads in just two days. Fueled by gameplay videos and social media buzz, it has surpassed 800,000 downloads as of May 2026. The project has expanded into drama CDs, manga, and various collaborations. In 2025, a commercial version with character voices and new scenarios was released for Nintendo Switch and Steam.
■ Synopsis
Suzu and her best friend Lulu visit the Bianca Aquarium. While exploring, Lulu disappears, and Suzu finds herself lost in a creepy, distorted version of the aquarium. As she navigates the facility haunted by aquatic monsters, she meets Retro, a woman in a military uniform carrying a sword. Can Suzu find her friend and escape? 'Who is the traitor?'
■ Product Information (Game)
Title: Aquarium Does Not Dance
Genre: Puzzle-solving Adventure Horror
Platforms: Nintendo Switch™ / Steam®
Price: 2,200 JPY (DL) / 4,950 JPY (Physical)
Developer/Publisher: Frontier Works, Gotcha Gotcha Games
As the first wave of information, the cover illustration and a promotional video (PV) have been released on the special website. Furthermore, an early preview is available on the official Note page, featuring Suzu's inner thoughts and descriptive scenes not present in the original game. Information regarding the interior illustrators and the release date will be shared on the special site soon.
◆ Overview
Novel 'Aquarium Does Not Dance'
Original Story / Author: Daidai
Cover Illustration: Daidai
Interior Illustrations: TBD
Production: Frontier Works Inc.
◆ About 'Aquarium Does Not Dance'
Since its February 2024 release, it achieved 100,000 downloads in just two days. Fueled by gameplay videos and social media buzz, it has surpassed 800,000 downloads as of May 2026. The project has expanded into drama CDs, manga, and various collaborations. In 2025, a commercial version with character voices and new scenarios was released for Nintendo Switch and Steam.
■ Synopsis
Suzu and her best friend Lulu visit the Bianca Aquarium. While exploring, Lulu disappears, and Suzu finds herself lost in a creepy, distorted version of the aquarium. As she navigates the facility haunted by aquatic monsters, she meets Retro, a woman in a military uniform carrying a sword. Can Suzu find her friend and escape? 'Who is the traitor?'
■ Product Information (Game)
Title: Aquarium Does Not Dance
Genre: Puzzle-solving Adventure Horror
Platforms: Nintendo Switch™ / Steam®
Price: 2,200 JPY (DL) / 4,950 JPY (Physical)
Developer/Publisher: Frontier Works, Gotcha Gotcha Games
FAQ
小説版『アクアリウムは踊らない』の著者は誰ですか？
原作ゲームの作者である橙々（だいだい）氏自らが本文の執筆およびカバーイラストを担当します。
小説版にはゲーム版にない新要素がありますか？
はい。原作ゲームでは語られなかった主人公スーズの心情や、より詳細な場面描写が描かれる予定です。
原作ゲーム『アクアリウムは踊らない』のダウンロード数は？
2024年2月のリリースから話題となり、2026年5月現在で累計80万ダウンロードを突破しています。
ゲーム版はどのプラットフォームで遊べますか？
現在はPC（Steam）およびNintendo Switchで配信されています。Switch版にはパッケージ版も存在します。
小説版の最新情報はどこで確認できますか？
小説『アクアリウムは踊らない』特設サイト（https://www.fwinc.co.jp/aqua-dance-novel/）にて随時公開されます。