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The idea falls into the "Minimal Signal" category, suggesting a very niche problem or a lack of strong market demand. With only one similar product found, confidence is low. Engagement is also low, with an average of only 2 comments on the similar product. There is no use or buy signal data available, making it difficult to gauge potential user interest. It seems like you are entering into a highly uncharted territory, where validation is ABSOLUTELY necessary before any significant investment. You need to determine if there is a real need for this idea before proceeding.

Recommendations

1. Start by posting in relevant online communities where your potential users gather. Given the unconventional nature of your idea, explore forums or groups related to true crime, mystery enthusiasts, or alternative history. Gauge initial interest and gather feedback before moving forward. Since there's not net use or buy data, gathering anecdotal information about your ideas will prove extremely helpful.
2. Offer to manually solve the problem for 2-3 potential users. This could involve providing personalized experiences related to the mysterious hijacker. This will not only validate the idea but also generate initial excitement, and also will generate more insight on the type of market you're trying to make into the world.
3. Create a simple explainer video that showcases the product. Instead of focusing on sales, try to convey the intriguing and innovative qualities of your idea to entice people to watch it fully. See how many people are curious about the concept and reach the end. Engagement metrics like video completion rate will be valuable.
4. Ask for a small deposit to join a waiting list. This tactic gauges genuine interest and provides some upfront capital to validate. Highlight that this pre-order will allow you to have higher quality, and more accurate experiences with the potential mysterious hijacker.
5. If you can’t find 5 interested people in 3 weeks, you should reconsider the idea or pivot significantly. Focus your energy on ideas that resonate more strongly with potential users.
6. Leverage the suggestion from the similar product launch and explore listing your product on AI directories, particularly wikigpt3.com. This will help increase visibility and attract early adopters interested in AI-driven experiences.
7. Given the 'scary' feedback received by the similar product, be mindful of the potential negative connotations of your offering. Consider ways to frame your product as a fun, intriguing experience rather than something unsettling or disturbing. Highlight the educational or entertainment value of the mysteriousness.

Questions

1. What specific unmet needs or desires are you trying to address with your idea? How have you validated that these needs/desires are widespread and important enough for people to pay attention?
2. Given the potential negative perception of your product, how can you design the user experience to be respectful, ethical, and engaging, rather than creepy or exploitative?
3. What are the biggest technical and logistical challenges you anticipate in bringing your idea to life, and how will you mitigate those challenges?