Silent Cleaning (しずかなおそうじ), developed by Kao Corporation, is a distinctive 3D horror-action and cleaning simulation game, available for free on Steam until 7 August 2026. Set in a neglected Japanese villa inherited from your late father, you assume the role of a cleaner tasked with preparing the property for sale. As you scrub away grime using authentic Kao products such as Magiclean and Quickle, you uncover hidden codes and cryptic clues that unravel mysteries linked to the villa and your father’s past.
The game blends suspense with cleaning, requiring you to move quietly to avoid a mysterious presence that reacts to sounds, such as your footsteps or cleaning actions. Your performance—cleaning thoroughness and escape time—directly influences the villa’s appraisal value, adding a strategic element to the gameplay. With puzzles to solve, multiple stages featuring unique mechanics, and an estimated playtime of 60–90 minutes, Silent Cleaning delivers a chilling yet oddly satisfying mix of horror, exploration, and household chores. Available solely in Japanese, it’s a concise, unconventional horror experience ideal for fans of suspense and creative cross-promotion.
