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In a special treat for anime fans; Real Escape Games and Viz Media have partnered to bring JoJo’s Bizarre Escape: The Hotel to FanimeCon 2018.

Based on the acclaimed series, five guests are trapped in a hotel room and must work with Jotaro Kujo in an attempt to defeat Dio. Players must examine clues and solve a series puzzles by utilizing their special abilities. The game will also introduce original characters developed for the game and approved by Hirohiko Araki. Fans will also have a chance to acquire exclusive merchandise only available to those who participate.

Fans who wish to participate must book their slot in advance and online as space is very limited.

Besides JoJo’s Bizarre Escape: The Hotel; fans could also particpate in other actives during FanimeCon and meet special guests. The guest list so far includes J-Pop star nano, iconic voice actor Ryōtarō Okiayu, cosplaying duo Aicosu, artist Chikashi Kubota, the cast of The Dex, anime historian Gilles Poitras, cosplayer Maguma, voice actress Satomi Sato from Fairy Tale, Todd Haberkorn from Attack on Titan, and Caitlin Glass who is best known for her roles as Lilia in Yuri!!! on ICE.

FanimeCon 2018 will be from May 25 until May 28 at the San Jose Convention Center along with the surrounding locations. Tickets are now available for purchase and 8Bit/Digi will be there for the weekend.