Creator Drama
Japanese Game Dev's Bizarre Apology
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By the numbers: this timeline documents 3 events from Jul 23, 2026 to Jul 30, 2026, drawn from 1 source.
“As a token of our remorse, we’ve created a game where you can spank the butt of the developer, Actor.”
via dexerto.com
Background
Japanese indie game developer Actor created a comedy horror game called Spanking Exorcist, where players take on the role of Ioto Shirihataki, an exorcist who must clear a haunted housing complex inhabited by the spirits of housewives.
The game was originally scheduled to launch on July 24, but was delayed due to Steam's review process, prompting Actor to create a free apology game where players can spank his digital butt.
The timeline
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Delay Announcement
Actor reportedly announces the delay of Spanking Exorcist due to Steam's review process, sparking reactions from players, including a tweet from Paul Bunyon[1791]
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Apology Game Release
Actor reportedly releases a free game called A Game Where You Can Spank Actor, allowing players to punish him for the delay, featuring a cartoon representation of his butt and a slapping sound effect[1791]
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Steam Review Completion
Actor reportedly announces that Spanking Exorcist has passed Steam's review, allowing the full game to launch six days after its original release date[1791]
Frequently asked
What is Spanking Exorcist?
Spanking Exorcist is a comedy horror game created by Japanese indie game developer Actor, where players take on the role of Ioto Shirihataki, an exorcist who must clear a haunted housing complex.
Why was Spanking Exorcist delayed?
Spanking Exorcist was delayed due to Steam's review process, which prompted Actor to create a free apology game where players can spank his digital butt.
Is Spanking Exorcist available on Steam now?
Yes, Spanking Exorcist is now available on Steam, with a 10% launch discount temporarily reducing the price to $5.39.
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GenZHype. “Japanese Game Dev's Bizarre Apology.”
GenZHype, 4 September 2026,
https://genzhype.com/drama/japanese-game-dev-s-bizarre-apology/.