Backrooms Doors
- August 10, 2023
- Performance Artist
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Reviews
- The game offers a decent experience for its low price, providing a few hours of entertainment.
- The atmosphere and ambiance are well done, creating a creepy environment that enhances the gameplay.
- There are some unique gameplay elements and levels that keep the experience engaging, especially for fans of the Backrooms genre.
- The gameplay can feel repetitive and lacks depth, with limited puzzles and a straightforward run-and-hide mechanic.
- The stamina system is frustrating, making it difficult to escape from monsters that can kill in one hit.
- There are several bugs and glitches that can disrupt the experience, including issues with inventory and entity interactions.
- gameplay5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The gameplay is engaging and entertaining, featuring a variety of entities and puzzles that maintain interest throughout the short experience. While the graphics and environmental design may be lacking, the game avoids recycled mechanics, offering fresh surprises in each level. Overall, it provides a fun experience despite some technical shortcomings.
“Sure, the game is very short, and several models are not placed very well in the environment, but, speaking of pure gameplay, this game is indeed very fun and entertaining, with plenty of different entities and puzzles that will keep you engaged till the very end.”
“It has a creepy atmosphere, but the gameplay and the graphics are only alright.”
“Every new level is a surprise; you won't see any recycled mechanics here.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is noted for its creepiness and well-executed ambience, effectively enhancing the gameplay experience. While the graphics and gameplay are considered average, the balance between exploration and moments of urgency contributes positively to the overall atmosphere.
“The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, creating a sense of tension and unease that keeps you on edge.”
“Well done atmosphere and ambience, with a very good balance of difficulty and opportunities to explore during moments where you have to run.”
“The game's atmosphere draws you in, making every moment feel intense and engaging.”
“It has a creepy atmosphere, but the gameplay and graphics are only alright.”
“The atmosphere feels empty and lacks any real immersion.”
“While the game tries to create a tense atmosphere, it ultimately falls flat and feels uninspired.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story is considered somewhat weak, but it features an intriguing narrative that encourages players to see it through to the end, especially given the game's low price point.
“It has an intriguing storyline that I plan to see through to the end.”
“The story is a bit weak, and I am not awed by the soundtrack, but that is getting pretty darn nit-picky about a game for under $1.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The graphics are considered only satisfactory, contributing to a creepy atmosphere but not elevating the overall gameplay experience.
“The graphics are underwhelming and fail to deliver the immersive experience I was hoping for.”
“While the game has a unique art style, the overall graphics feel outdated and lack detail.”
“The character models look stiff and lifeless, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally considered unremarkable, with some users feeling it doesn't significantly enhance the experience, though this is seen as a minor issue given the game's low price point.
“The story is a bit weak, and I am not awed by the soundtrack, but that is getting pretty darn nit-picky about a game for under $1.”
