Aika Was Supposed to Die is a psychological drama visual novel about reputation, violence, guilt, and the consequences of trying to save someone without truly knowing them.

It begins with a fight in the courtyard of the prestigious Hoshinawa School. Within minutes, phones are recording, rumors are spreading, and one act of violence changes the lives of everyone involved.

At the center of the story is Aika—a girl who learned to smile when everyone expected her to fall apart. As conflicting versions of the truth emerge, it becomes increasingly difficult to separate care from control, love from obsession, and truth from convenience.

Experience a cinematic narrative driven by flawed characters, complicated relationships, and the secrets each person would rather keep hidden.

Chapter One features:

• A psychological drama told as a visual novel

• Multiple animated cinematic sequences

• Exploration and interactive moments

• Characters with conflicting motivations

• An original soundtrack

• Full English voice acting

• Interface and subtitles in multiple languages

• A carefully directed linear narrative

This is the first chapter of a larger story. Some subjects disclosed in the content description may only be explored in later chapters.

Content warning: This story addresses sensitive subjects including suicide, violence, emotional abuse, substance abuse, trauma, and mental health. Intended for mature audiences.