Exit 8 is a smash-hit indie game by creator KOTAKE CREATE, with over 1.8 million copies sold. Players find themselves trapped in an eerie underground passage in a Japanese train station. To escape this corridor, you’ll have to follow one deceptively simple rule: “If you notice something strange, turn back. If not, keep moving forward.”

Released on Steam on November 29th, 2023, Exit 8 quickly became a viral sensation. Its nail-biting suspense, hyper-realistic recreation of a subway, and subtly surreal atmosphere captivated players across the globe. A live-action film adaptation released in summer 2025 became another runaway hit.

This widely celebrated game has also inspired a flurry of art on pixiv. Many of these illustrations are clever parodies, blending beloved characters from other franchises with the uncanny imagery of the game.

See if you can spot any anomalies hidden in this collection of Exit 8 parody illustrations!

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