Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Oni

Step into the chilling world of Hinamizawa, a seemingly idyllic rural village where ancient traditions and dark secrets intertwine. As the summer cicadas hum their mournful song, a new transfer student finds himself drawn into the unsettling rhythms of this isolated community. Beneath the surface of everyday life, an undercurrent of paranoia and suspicion begins to fester, hinting at a sinister past that refuses to stay buried. Prepare for a gripping descent into psychological horror as friendships are tested and trust erodes. With each passing day, the line between reality and delusion blurs, leaving a trail of unanswered questions and a growing sense of dread. What hidden truths lie beneath Hinamizawa's tranquil facade, and will anyone escape the village's terrifying curse when the cicadas cry?

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