Game Overview
Taihoku burns beneath the shockwaves of a 1945 air raid, turning a historical tragedy into an intimate survival story. Raid On Taihoku is a 2.5D narrative adventure with light RPG elements, set in Japanese-occupied Taiwan during the final months of World War II. Sayako awakens with her memory shattered after American B-24 bombers devastate the city, and her search for answers unfolds among collapsed streets, frightened civilians, and the remnants of everyday life. Her loyal Taiwanese dog, Blacky, provides companionship in an experience that is somber, human, and rooted in a perspective rarely seen in war games.
Play alternates between relatively calm districts and dangerous sections dominated by bombing runs, fires, debris, and urgent escapes. In safe areas, Sayako can investigate reconstructed neighborhoods, follow environmental hints, speak with survivors, and gather hidden objects that flesh out both the setting and her lost past. Puzzle-focused objectives reveal other characters’ viewpoints through a dual-role structure, asking players to piece together personal stories as well as practical solutions. Hazard sequences place more emphasis on cooperation, timing, and navigating threats, keeping the focus on survival rather than traditional combat or power fantasy.
Its strongest quality is its setting: few games examine World War II through the lives of Taiwanese civilians living under colonial rule, and even fewer build an adventure around a specific historical raid on Taipei. The city’s period detail, collectible historical material, and atmospheric score give the game an educational weight without reducing its characters to museum exhibits. Expect a compact, story-led experience closer to Valiant Hearts or a historical visual novel than an action-heavy war shooter, with exploration and puzzles carrying the momentum. Raid On Taihoku suits players who value overlooked history, emotionally grounded war narratives, and slower-paced adventures where uncovering the truth matters more than winning a battle.
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Installation
- Select the Download button at the top of this page to open UploadHaven.
- On UploadHaven, wait for any countdown, then select Free Download. Optional: UploadHaven Pro for faster downloads.
- When complete, extract the archive to a Raid On Taihoku folder using 7-Zip.
- Open the extracted folder and start the game normally.
- For errors, check Setup Guide & Troubleshooting below. Keep your security software enabled.
System Requirements
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: 2.0 GHz
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: Nvidia GTX 970
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 4 GB available space
Setup Guide & Troubleshooting
How do I fix missing DLL errors for Raid On Taihoku?
After extracting Raid On Taihoku, navigate to the _Redist or _CommonRedist folder inside the game directory and install DirectX, Vcredist, and any other dependencies included.
What should I do if the downloaded file is corrupted?
The full archive is 4.33 GB — make sure your download completed fully before extracting. Use 7-Zip to extract the files. If you still see a "file corrupted" error, re-download and try again.
Do I need to run the game as administrator?
Usually, no. Start the game normally from the extracted folder. If you see a permissions or save error, check that the folder is writable and follow the game's documented fix. Only grant administrator access when a trusted game's specific setup requires it.
How do I update my GPU drivers for this game?
The game won't launch — what should I try?
Check that extraction completed and your PC meets the system requirements, including Version 11. Note any error message before choosing a fix. If it identifies a missing runtime, install the required DirectX components or Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable from Microsoft.
My antivirus is blocking the game — is it safe?
A warning needs to be investigated; the download source alone cannot confirm that a file is safe. Keep your security software enabled and review the detection details. Do not run or restore a flagged file unless you have verified that it is a false positive. If you are unsure, leave it quarantined.