The Japanese indie horror game The Convenience Store will be getting a live-action film adaptation, directed by horror filmmaker Jiro Nagae. A teaser trailer and poster were released alongside the announcement.
Developed by Chilla’s Art, The Convenience Store is a horror game where you play as a college student working in a haunted convenience store. Due to its bite-size length (most players can usually finish the game in under an hour) and penchant for jumpscares, The Convenience Store quickly became a hit amongst streamers and content creators, which propelled the game to viral fame.
Director Jiro Nagae commented: “I have wanted to make a live action version of The Convenience Store for years. I strongly believed I was the only one who could direct it, and that wish has finally been fulfilled. I thoroughly immersed myself in the horror elements and pushed them to the limit. The terrors unfolding in the night at the convenience store will surely surpass your imagination.”
The two-man team behind Chilla’s Art also shared: “At last, The Convenience Store is becoming a movie. When we released the game in February 2020, we never imagined it would be adapted into a film. Back then, all we wanted was to release it quickly so people could play. Over time, many people played and embraced it. Now, it has become a film adaptation, which is deeply moving. We believe the movie will be enjoyable for both those who played the game, and those who have not. Please look forward to its release.”
This article is cool! Excited to see The Convenience Store get a live-action adaptation, especially after loving the game. A bit surprised Digimon and Pokémon news are here too. Great mix of updates!