News coverage, interviews, and media reports about the viral Vietnamese indie horror game that took the internet by storm.
Meet the student who created a viral sensation
marisa0704
Hanoi University of Science and Technology
School of Information and Communication Technology
Started programming in high school, has created 200+ games since then.
International and Vietnamese media coverage
VnExpress International • November 2024
Exclusive interview with developer Tung (marisa0704), revealing 650,000+ downloads and his journey from high school game maker to viral sensation.
Hanoi Times • November 2024
How a free indie game about running a pho restaurant became an international sensation, attracting millions of players worldwide.
GIANTY • November 2024
In-depth analysis of how the game became a cultural phenomenon, blending Vietnamese authenticity with psychological horror.
VietnamNet • November 2024
The story of how players created a fake Google Maps listing for the game's fictional restaurant, receiving 500+ reviews before removal.
Tuổi Trẻ News • November 2024
Industry analysis examining how a student-made game's success highlights opportunities and challenges in Vietnam's gaming sector.
Herond Blog • October 2024
Early review capturing the game's viral spread and unique appeal combining cooking simulation with horror elements.
gg.deals • October 2024
Game recommendation highlighting the free indie horror title that has captured global attention.
Việt Báo • November 2024
Hot interview with the Hanoi University of Science and Technology student who created the viral pho game.
Major content creators who covered the game
6.3M subscribers
Full gameplay and reactions
YouTube/TikTok
1.84M subscribers
Called it 'Game of the Year'
YouTube
Where players discuss and share