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BACKROOMS: DON'T LOOK AWAY

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63%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
Most mentioned negative aspects:story
90% User Score Based on 21 reviews

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BACKROOMS: DON'T LOOK AWAY is a single player and multiplayer survival shooter game with horror and violence themes. It was developed by DMNT Interactive and was released on January 25, 2026. It received very positive reviews from players.

BACKROOMS: DON'T LOOK AWAY is a terrifying multiplayer horror experience that pits four survivors against player-controlled mannequins that can only move when nobody is watching! UNIQUE ASYMMETRICAL PVPUp to four players must survive and find a way to escape the Backrooms, while a fifth player hunts them down by controlling a group of terrifying mannequins that can only move and attack when nob…

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90%Audience ScoreBased on 21 reviews
gameplay3 positive mentions
story2 negative mentions
  • Unique asymmetrical gameplay with one player controlling mannequins and others as survivors creates tense, strategic multiplayer experiences.
  • Strong atmosphere capturing the unsettling Backrooms vibe with eerie sound design and effective use of proximity voice chat enhances immersion.
  • Highly enjoyable and replayable with friends due to teamwork, communication, and competitive dynamics; simple system requirements widen accessibility.
  • Lack of content including only one map and absence of a dedicated offline or narrative mode limits solo play and variety.
  • Issues with multiplayer matchmaking, including difficulty joining public games due to low player base, reduce overall accessibility.
  • Several gameplay bugs and imbalances such as crouching invincibility and mannequin movement mechanics need fixing to improve fairness and polish.

  • gameplay

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

    Backrooms: Don't Look Away offers a unique asymmetrical multiplayer horror experience centered around mannequins that only move when not in survivors' line of sight, creating intense and suspenseful gameplay. The combination of clever mechanics, immersive voice communication, and a tense atmosphere elevates the game beyond mere visual horror, delivering engaging and memorable moments of panic and strategy.

    • “Developed and published by dmnt interactive, Backrooms: Don't Look Away delivers a multiplayer horror experience that embraces the unsettling mythology of the Backrooms while introducing an inventive asymmetrical gameplay structure.”
    • “The defining gameplay mechanic revolves around the eerie behavior of the mannequins, which can only move when they are outside the survivors' line of sight.”
    • “The asymmetric design, clever mannequin mechanics, immersive voice communication, and consistently tense atmosphere combine to create a horror experience that feels both entertaining and genuinely suspenseful.”

  • story

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    33% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 67% negative mentions

    The game's story prioritizes teamwork, strategy, and tension over traditional narrative elements, resulting in a unique identity. However, those seeking a deep, lore-rich, or narrative-driven horror experience might find the storytelling less developed, as the focus leans more toward replayable multiplayer gameplay.

    • “This approach gives the game a unique identity, shifting the focus toward teamwork, strategy, and tension instead of relying exclusively on scripted scares or environmental storytelling.”
    • “Those searching for a narrative-driven horror adventure or an in-depth exploration of backrooms lore may find the overall content more focused on replayable multiplayer sessions than storytelling.”
    • “Multi-story or larger maps.”

  • atmosphere

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

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its tense and immersive horror experience, enhanced by asymmetric design, innovative mannequin mechanics, and effective voice communication. These elements work together to create a genuinely suspenseful and entertaining environment.

    • “The asymmetric design, clever mannequin mechanics, immersive voice communication, and consistently tense atmosphere combine to create a horror experience that feels both entertaining and genuinely suspenseful.”
    • “The game's atmosphere is another notable strength.”

  • replayability

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

    Replayability is a strong point of the game, driven by its competitive multiplayer design. However, players seeking a narrative-rich horror experience or deep lore exploration may find the content less satisfying.

    • “Replay value benefits greatly from the game's competitive design.”
    • “Those searching for a narrative-driven horror adventure or an in-depth exploration of backrooms lore may find the overall content more focused on replayable multiplayer sessions than storytelling.”

  • humor

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

    The humor in the game is appreciated for its funny moments and entertaining deaths, providing amusement even for non-role players. However, some users feel the overall experience falls short compared to similar games. At a low price point, the humor adds value for many players.

    • “It’s funny, and for around $1.50, it’s worth it”
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3h Median play time
3h Average play time
3-3h Spent by most gamers
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BACKROOMS: DON'T LOOK AWAY is a survival shooter game with horror and violence themes. Common tags for BACKROOMS: DON'T LOOK AWAY include 3D, psychological, atmospheric, psychological horror, supernatural and others.

BACKROOMS: DON'T LOOK AWAY is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 3 hours playing BACKROOMS: DON'T LOOK AWAY.

BACKROOMS: DON'T LOOK AWAY was released on January 25, 2026.

BACKROOMS: DON'T LOOK AWAY was developed by DMNT Interactive.

BACKROOMS: DON'T LOOK AWAY has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked BACKROOMS: DON'T LOOK AWAY for its gameplay but disliked it for its story.

BACKROOMS: DON'T LOOK AWAY is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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