Description

"D no Shokutaku: Director's Cut," also known as "D's Diner: Director's Cut," is a horror-themed interactive movie and adventure game that was released for the Panasonic 3DO system. The game was developed and published by WARP and directed by Kenji Eno. It is centered around the unsettling story of Laura Harris, who races against time to unravel the dark mysteries surrounding her father who has become a serial killer. The gameplay primarily involves exploring eerie environments and solving puzzles, all while adhering to a real-time limit of two hours, after which the game ends regardless of the player's progress. This real-time feature, along with the game's full-motion video (FMV), creates a uniquely immersive and urgent gaming experience that was distinctive for its time.

Upon its release in 1995, "D no Shokutaku: Director's Cut" stood out due to its cinematic feel and graphics, which were quite advanced for the era. The game's plot is delivered through a combination of FMV sequences and 3D exploration, leveraging the then-capabilities of the 3DO system to deliver a visually engaging experience. Unique for its lack of save points and pausing function, the game forces players into a continuous session that heightens the tension and suspense, emblematic of survival horror games. The Director's Cut version included additional scenes and content not found in the original release, offering further insight into the game’s chilling narrative and elaborating on its complex storyline. This game is often remembered for its atmospheric contribution to the genre and as a cult classic that retains a dedicated fanbase.