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70%Game Brain Score
story, atmosphere
gameplay, graphics
74% User Score Based on 46 reviews

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"Back is a single-player Role Playing Horror game with a unique atmosphere and a good plot. As a real estate agent trapped in a villa filled with puzzles and emergencies, your choices will determine the outcome of the game. Remembering clues and information from your search is crucial to solve the puzzle and escape the villa."

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74%
Audience ScoreBased on 46 reviews
story10 positive mentions
  • The game features a thrilling atmosphere with good art direction and beautiful visuals, particularly the color scheme and lighting.
  • The story is interesting with multiple endings, and the performances of the actresses are commendable.
  • There are effective jump scares and a fun, albeit short, gameplay experience that can be enjoyed in one sitting.
  • The game is very short, taking about 1.4 to 1.5 hours to complete, which may leave players wanting more.
  • The English translation is poor, leading to confusion and awkward phrasing in the subtitles.
  • Gameplay is linear and limited, with minimal player choice, making it feel more like a passive viewing experience than an interactive game.
  • story
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is generally engaging, featuring a thrilling atmosphere and an interesting narrative with a surprising twist, though it suffers from some confusion and brevity. While players appreciate the fun elements and jumpscares, many note issues with storytelling clarity, particularly regarding translation and pacing. Overall, the story is enjoyable but could benefit from improved coherence and depth.

    • “It has a thrilling atmosphere and a good story narrative.”
    • “The story is interesting and there is one ending which has a great surprise twist.”
    • “Very good story and some good jumpscares.”
    • “The game was a bit short and the story was confusing; otherwise, it was a fun game.”
    • “The effort put in was good, though it's a bit lacking in storytelling.”
    • “Despite the different presentation, the story doesn’t change that much from the usual horror games.”
  • atmosphere
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its thrilling and immersive qualities, enhanced by effective music that intensifies the experience. While some players found it not particularly scary, the overall ambiance successfully conveys a strong sense of horror, contributing to a compelling narrative. Despite its short length, the atmosphere leaves a lasting impression, with moments that genuinely spook players.

    • “It has a thrilling atmosphere and a good story narrative.”
    • “Nice music that created an intense atmosphere.”
    • “The atmosphere of the game was great and while I did not find the game scary, it managed to convey the horror feeling quite well regardless.”
  • gameplay
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by impressive visual production and effects, but it is criticized for being limited and linear. While some players appreciate the blend of real experiences with horror elements and unique gameplay modes, the overall consensus points to a lack of depth in gameplay mechanics.

    • “I really dig the mix of real people's experiences and horror elements, plus the unique gameplay mode and the hauntingly beautiful female ghost.”
    • “Cool visual production and effects, but limited and linear gameplay.”
    • “This also means the gameplay is very limited.”
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is praised for its ability to create an intense atmosphere, with haunting and creepy notes that enhance the investigative experience. Overall, it effectively contributes to the game's immersive and suspenseful ambiance.

    • “The music creates an intense atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
    • “The little music notes that play while investigating are haunting and creepy, adding to the suspense.”
    • “The little music notes when you are investigating are haunting and creepy.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players consistently find the game humorous, highlighting its comedic elements as a standout feature.

    • “This game is hilarious!”
    • “The humor in this game is top-notch!”
    • “I can't stop laughing at the witty dialogue!”
  • graphics
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are noted for their creativity in depicting various death scenes, which, while not overly graphic, offer enough variety to keep the experience engaging without repetition.

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5h Median play time
5h Average play time
5-5h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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