Break the Curse of the Game That 'Swallows People': Rhythm Action ADV 'Depth:Origin' Demo Now Available Starting June 16

Phoenixx Inc. (Musashino City, Tokyo; President and CEO: Kazunori Sakamoto) has announced the publishing of the rhythm action ADV 'Depth:Origin'.

In conjunction with the 'Steam Next Fest' event running from June 16 (Tue) to June 23 (Tue), 2026 (Japan time), the company has launched the demo version.

[Steam Store Page]

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3652770/DepthOrigin/

[Demo Page]

https://store.steampowered.com/app/4776310/DepthOrigin_Demo/

Rhythm Action ADV 'Depth:Origin' Demo Now Available on Steam Starting June 16, 2026 (Tue)!

'Depth:Origin' will release its latest demo version in line with the 'Steam Next Fest' event from June 16 (Tue) to June 23 (Tue).

The demo includes a tutorial depicting the opening scenes of the game, as well as a free mode where players can enjoy tracks composed by rising music creator RYOQUCHA.

[Play the demo via this URL]

https://store.steampowered.com/app/4776310/DepthOrigin_Demo/

<What is 'Depth:Origin,' the cursed game that 'swallows people'? >

● Break the Curse of the Cursed Game Software 'Depth:Origin'

The protagonist joins the 6th Division of the Alva Central Police Special Operations Unit—specifically, the Special Cursed Object Containment Task Force, responsible for suppressing and regulating cursed objects appearing in the city.

'Depth:Origin,' a cursed object reported to 'swallow those who play it,' becomes the protagonist's first mission. However, upon arriving at the scene, all other team members have vanished, leaving behind only a single game cartridge...

● A Journey with the Mysterious Creature Mogumo

The story progresses entirely through playing the in-game title 'Depth:Origin'.

'Depth:Origin' is a rhythm game played using a shooter-style approach.

・ 'Shoot' enemies as they attack, in sync with the rhythm

・ 'Dodge' attacks from bosses, timed to the music

Use these two actions to build up your ship's energy and defeat the boss.

● 'Supernatural Phenomena' Hindering Play, and the 'Past' Hidden Within the Cursed Object

As the game progresses, the curse-breaking process advances, but the protagonist simultaneously experiences interference from the game's curse.

As interference increases, strange sounds echo in the room, and things that shouldn't be visible begin to appear.

Overcome the curse's interference and guide the game software 'Depth:Origin' to completion. As the curse-breaking progresses, the cursed object's hidden 'past' will be revealed.

But don't forget—your mission is to suppress the cursed object.

This title is an award-winning entry in the '2nd GYAAR Studio Indie Game Contest,' hosted by Bandai Namco Studios' indie game label 'GYAAR Studio'.

Developed by Shiki GameStudio, creators of 'GIGAFALL.' The studio operates as an individual developer focused on creating 'narrative media' with strong worldviews, believing in delivering experiences that 'inspire the imagination of people' through games.

※All screenshots are from development versions and may change without notice.

[Product Overview]

Title

Depth:Origin

Developer

Shiki GameStudio

Genre

Rhythm Action ADV

Players

1

Platform

PC (Steam)

Release Date

2026

Price (tax included)

TBD

Supported Languages (planned)

Japanese, English, Chinese (Simplified, Traditional), Korean

Copyright

©2026 Shiki GameStudio All Rights Reserved.

Published by Phoenixx Inc.

©2026 Valve Corporation. Steam is a trademark and/or registered trademark of Valve Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.

Shiki GameStudio

Official Website: https://shikimediaworks.wixsite.com/shikigamestudio

Official X: https://x.com/ShikiGameStudio (@ShikiGameStudio)

Developer X: https://x.com/kowato_poppo (@kowato_poppo)

GYAAR Studio Indie Game Contest

Official Website: https://indie.bandainamcostudios.com/

Phoenixx Inc.

Official Website: https://phoenixx.ne.jp/

Official X: https://x.com/Phoenixx_Inc (@Phoenixx_Inc)

Official YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PhoenixxGames

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