Dead end Exit 8
Released Feb 2024
This is a thriller game based on memory puzzles that supports PC play and VR mode. The theme is inspired by people's depression and tension while waiting in the hospital.In an infinite loop space, one must carefully observe all abnormal information and strive to escape from the infinite space
75% positive · 132 reviews
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Released, content planned but development status unclear
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Content Planned
Development Uncertain
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Steam $3.99
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Evaluation
Dead End Exit 8 launched on February 17, 2024 as a hospital-themed infinite loop puzzle game. Shortly after launch, the developer shipped two bug-fix patches and then added a new level (Old Apartment) in the V1.1.2 update on March 22, 2024.
The store description explicitly promises additional content: a "second scene" update will be released once the game reaches 200 positive reviews. As of the available data, the game sits at 128 positive reviews — short of that threshold. The store page also teases an "Infinite loop couples hotel" scene set across 30 floors, suggesting the developer has additional content in mind beyond the base hospital environment.
However, the developer's most recent post about this game was the March 22, 2024 patch. A June 24, 2024 news post announced a separate vampire-themed game published by the same studio, but contained no update about Dead End Exit 8's development. No developer communication about Dead End Exit 8 has appeared since March 22, 2024 — more than two years before today's date of June 20, 2026.
The promised second scene content has not shipped, the developer has gone silent, and there is no indication of whether the milestone-tied update is still being pursued. Anyone waiting for the additional content the store page describes cannot currently confirm it is still in active development.
Evidence
Store description explicitly promises a second scene update when positive reviews reach 200; the game currently has 128 positive reviews. Also teases an 'Infinite loop couples hotel' with 30 floors as upcoming content.
V1.1.2 patch added a new Old Apartment level, a new start interface, mouse speed settings, and anomaly collection progress. Most recent update to the game itself.
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About this game
Ghost hits the wall
- Have you heard of this term? Or have you experienced it yourself?
- You are trapped in an infinite loop from which you may never escape.
- Hospital! Synonymous with a scary place. There are all kinds of equipment and medicines, and nurses keep appearing.
- Check everything in the scene carefully to see if it is the same as in your memory.
- Once you find something is wrong, turn back immediately! Maybe it's not too late.
- After reaching the eighth floor, you will be able to leave this terrible place
- Maybe. . . .
This is a game that is very suitable for interacting with fans and barrages
Maybe your fans are better than your eyes?
When the number of positive reviews reaches 200, we will update the second scene, which is also centered around the nightmare scene in our hearts.
The game supports VR mode. Press ESC on the main interface and select VR mode to enter.
- Before selecting, please make sure you have and connected the VR device.
- Before choosing, please make sure you have the possibility to take off your VR device.
- After selecting, you may not be able to take off the VR device.
Infinite loop couples hotel is coming! Are you ready for the challenge?
You receive an invitation on a "special" dating app. After being excited about the appointment, you get involved in an infinite loop in a couple's hotel.
No matter facing ambiguity or horror, you must carefully observe all the anomalies. The answer of the mystery will be waiting for you on the 30th floor!
Who is the real invitee and what is her purpose? Can you solve these mysteries?
Are these done yet?
Last evaluated Jun 20, 2026
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