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BACKROOMS ANOMALY

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70%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
90% User Score Based on 29 reviews

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BACKROOMS ANOMALY is a single player casual simulation game with horror and mystery themes. It was developed by Liminal Games and was released on July 24, 2026. It received positive reviews from players.

Play my games on itch.io! Backrooms Fishing by Liminal Games BACKROOMS ANOMALY You are trapped in a looping office corridor.Don't overlook any anomalies.If you see an anomaly, run back to the entrance.If you don't see any anomalies, escape through the exit.Only 10 correct predictions in a row will allow you to escape.Step into an endless corridor where reality shifts and nothing is quite …

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90%Audience ScoreBased on 29 reviews
graphics3 positive mentions
  • Fun and engaging anomaly hunting experience with a surreal Backrooms atmosphere.
  • Short and accessible gameplay sessions that make it easy to pick up and enjoy.
  • Good sound design, controller support, colorblind options, and occasional jump scares enhance the experience.
  • Lacks creativity and originality, feeling more like a reskinned version of Exit 8 with minimal Backrooms-specific elements.
  • The game is short with low difficulty and minimal fear factor, making it less appealing for seasoned anomaly or Backrooms fans.
  • Issues like loud chase music, inconsistent lighting effects, some bugs (e.g. map flashing, achievement problems), and questionable control mapping reduce overall polish.

  • graphics

    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    60% positive mentions, 40% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Users praise the game's graphics for their clarity, visual appeal, and smooth performance, contributing significantly to a positive overall experience alongside a good UI.

    • “Nice graphics and smooth gameplay.”
    • “Love the graphics and visuals.”
    • “Most of 4.5 of that score is due to the UI being good, the game running well, and the clarity of the graphics.”

  • atmosphere

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The atmosphere is surreal and unsettling, reminiscent of the Backrooms and the vibe of "Exit 8," creating a unique sense of familiarity and tension. It maintains a suspenseful mood without relying on traditional horror elements, focusing instead on atmospheric anomaly-spotting.

    • “The atmosphere was so surreal and felt like, well, the Backrooms, but also had that familiarity with things and vibe of Exit 8, so that was nice.”
    • “The Backrooms atmosphere is genuinely unsettling and keeps you on edge without relying on constant horror.”
    • “I wouldn't call it a horror game as much as an atmospheric anomaly-spotting experience.”

  • music

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    50% positive mentions, 50% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Users find the chase music to be excessively loud despite volume adjustments, but overall praise the game's music along with its graphics and quality.

    • “Besides that, the music, graphics, and game quality are great!”

  • gameplay

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    50% positive mentions, 50% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Players appreciate the smooth and enjoyable gameplay, complemented by appealing graphics that enhance the overall experience.

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BACKROOMS ANOMALY is a casual simulation game with horror and mystery themes. Common tags for BACKROOMS ANOMALY include first-person, indie, linear, surreal, psychological and others.

BACKROOMS ANOMALY is available on PC, Steam Deck and Windows.

BACKROOMS ANOMALY was released on July 24, 2026.

BACKROOMS ANOMALY was developed by Liminal Games.

BACKROOMS ANOMALY has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked BACKROOMS ANOMALY for its graphics.

BACKROOMS ANOMALY is a single player game.

Similar games include The Exit 8, [Chilla's Art] Shinkansen 0 | 新幹線 0号, Floor 9, LIMINAL SHIFT, Liminalcore and others.