What is dead tube?

Dead Tube is a Japanese horror manga series written and illustrated by Mikoto Yamaguchi. It was first serialized in the magazine "Grand Jump" in 2014. The story follows Mai Mashiro, a college student who becomes involved in a deadly game called Dead Tube, where participants must film themselves committing violent and horrifying acts in order to earn money and popularity. The series explores themes of voyeurism, social media obsession, and moral decay.

Dead Tube has garnered a lot of attention for its graphic and disturbing content, as well as its exploration of the dark side of human nature. It has been praised for its intense and suspenseful storyline, as well as its complex and morally ambiguous characters.

The series has been adapted into a live-action film, released in Japan in 2018. It has also inspired a spin-off manga called "Dead Tube Panorama", as well as various merchandise and fan works.