The horror film Exit 8, directed by Genki Kawamura, has made waves by becoming the highest-rated video game adaptation on Rotten Tomatoes, boasting a 94% rating based on 89 reviews. The film, adapted from the 2023 adventure game set in a Tokyo metro station, has been praised for its sophisticated direction and atmospheric tension, with critics likening its visual style to that of Stanley Kubrick. Many reviewers appreciate its creepy ambiance and thematic depth, interpreting it as an allegory about the quiet terror of modern life. However, some dissenting opinions criticize the film for its perceived lack of character development, describing it as tedious. Despite these few negative reviews, Exit 8 has outperformed other adaptations, pushing films like Sonic the Hedgehog 3 and Werewolves Within to the second spot on the Rotten Tomatoes list. As the film prepares for its U.S. release on April 10, 2023, it seems poised to maintain its top ranking unless a significant influx of negative reviews emerges.