Rain98 Demo Launches on Steam Ahead of 2026 Release
C#4R4CT3R's psychological suspense visual novel set in 1998 Tokyo offers a playable demo on Steam before its full 2026 launch.
The official demo for Rain98, the psychological suspense visual novel from Japanese indie developer C#4R4CT3R, is now available on Steam, according to cbr.com. The demo arrives ahead of the full game's planned 2026 release on the same platform.
Rain98 is set in a nostalgic version of Tokyo in 1998 and centers on a girl named Reina Amehara, who calls herself Angelmois. No precise release date for the full version has been announced.
The game divides play into three parts: novel segments with decisions, adventure segments that explore a past Shibuya, and mini-games used to earn funds. The mini-games include puzzles, caring for a Tamagotchi-like digital pet, and an arcade-style dancing game.
The Steam page describes Rain98 as a psychological suspense game. An official trailer for the title can be viewed in the original article.
Quick answers
Is there a Rain98 demo?
Yes. An official demo for Rain98 is available on Steam.
When does Rain98 release?
The full version of Rain98 is planned to launch on Steam in 2026. No precise release date has been announced.
What platforms is Rain98 on?
Rain98 is listed for release on Steam.