BACKROOMS INVASION

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"BACKROOMS INVASION" is a co-op horror game for up to 4 players, based on the popular creepypasta. Explore endless, eerie levels filled with puzzles and deadly entities. Scavenge for supplies, manage your inventory, and solve unique puzzles to progress and escape the maze-like rooms. Remember, survival depends on your wits and ability to avoid the horrors lurking around every corner.

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Play Modes

59%

Audience ScoreBased on 68 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a fun experience when played with friends, providing moments of laughter and jump scares.
The graphics and atmosphere are well-crafted, creating an immersive horror experience.
At its low price point, some players find it worth trying, especially if they enjoy short horror games.

The game is extremely short, with many players reporting completion times of under 10 minutes.
It suffers from technical issues, including frequent crashes during multiplayer sessions.
The gameplay is simplistic and lacks depth, often feeling like an uninspired asset flip with minimal content.

gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
31%
23%
The gameplay is characterized by a mix of smooth mechanics, intense combat, and strategic challenges, providing an engaging experience for players. While some titles suffer from repetitive elements, others excel with diverse puzzles, a captivating atmosphere, and a focus on teamwork and resourcefulness. Overall, the gameplay is praised for its immersive qualities, impressive graphics, and ability to maintain suspense throughout the experience.
- “The fast-paced gameplay, intense combat sequences, and strategic challenges make for an exhilarating gaming experience.”
- “The variety of weapons and power-ups adds depth to the gameplay, keeping you engaged and excited to progress through the levels.”
- “10 minutes of walking gameplay with no ending, and it is also an asset flipper.”
- “The game challenges your teamwork, resourcefulness, and endurance as you join forces with friends to navigate through terrifying levels and solve intricate puzzles with diverse mechanics.”
- “Make your way through creepy levels, solving unique puzzles with different mechanics in each.”
atmosphere
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its disturbing and immersive qualities, featuring intricately designed environments that enhance the horror experience. While some players found the atmosphere less unsettling due to easy puzzles and infrequent monster encounters, the overall combination of stunning graphics, effective sound design, and eerie levels successfully keeps players on edge. This makes it a compelling choice for horror genre enthusiasts.
- “The simple yet effective gameplay, impressive graphics, and excellent sound design create an immersive and tense atmosphere that keeps the player engaged from start to finish.”
- “The unsettling atmosphere, coupled with the intricately designed environments of identical rooms with yellow walls and worn-out carpets, intensifies the sense of horror.”
- “Game is like few mins long puzzles are easy, haven't seen the monster since the 1st level and atmosphere isn't that 'unsettling'.”
- “The eerie atmosphere and creepy levels kept me on edge.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
86%
14%
The graphics in the game are widely praised for their stunning detail and realism, contributing to an immersive atmosphere that enhances the horror experience. Players appreciate the well-designed environments and character models, which create a cinematic feel. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point, complementing the engaging gameplay and sound design.
- “The graphics are stunning, with detailed environments and realistic character models.”
- “The graphics are stunning and the atmosphere is amazing.”
- “The simple yet effective gameplay, impressive graphics, and excellent sound design create an immersive and tense atmosphere that keeps the player engaged from start to finish.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
The game's storyline is described as intriguing and engaging, effectively keeping players invested, particularly within the horror genre. However, some users feel that the game lacks substance and depth, suggesting that a fuller narrative could enhance the overall experience.
- “The storyline is intriguing and keeps you invested in the game.”
- “Its atmospheric gameplay, realistic graphics, and engaging story make it a must-play for fans of the horror genre.”
- “Maybe if it had more substance or a compelling story, it would be worth playing.”
- “The story feels incomplete and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found the narrative to be shallow and uninteresting, which detracted from the overall experience.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by a mix of dark and playful elements, with players finding amusement in jump scares and the reactions of friends, particularly when they scream and disconnect from calls. This blend of shock and laughter creates a memorable and entertaining experience.
- “Prepare for jump scares and, of course, the hilarious moment when your friend lets out a bloodcurdling scream and vanishes from your Discord call.”
- “It is hilarious when your friend screams and suddenly disconnects from Discord :D”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization practices of Grand Technology Associates, Rosa Special Studio, and Unreal Quality Games have been criticized for unethical tactics, including the exploitation of others' work and the use of fake reviews to promote low-quality asset flips on Steam. These companies are accused of operating through linked accounts to create a deceptive purchasing environment shortly after game launches, primarily targeting consumers with poorly translated content.
- “Grand Technology Associates/Rosa Special Studio/Unreal Quality Games have shown a repeat pattern of unethically dumping other people's work onto Steam as a cheap, nasty cash grab through this account or through closely linked/alternate accounts.”
- “They're all written in either Russian or broken English, appear at almost exactly the same time, very shortly after the game launched on Steam, all have a direct Steam purchase of the game, and the accounts are used consistently to write fake reviews for asset flips and other cash grabs/scams.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The music in the game is noted for its emotional depth, with players highlighting a poignant song that reflects themes of loss and remembrance. This connection to personal experiences enhances the overall impact of the game's soundtrack.
- “The music really enhances the emotional experience of the game.”
- “The soundtrack is incredibly immersive and perfectly complements the gameplay.”
- “The first song they played for me was about their friend who just died.”
- “Music and iPhone cameras.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Overall, the game is reported to run smoothly, particularly during shorter play sessions, though some users express reluctance to invest in it.
- “The game runs smoothly, and I was impressed with how well it performed throughout my playthrough.”
- “I appreciated the optimization; it allowed for a seamless gaming experience without any noticeable lag.”
- “The performance was top-notch, making it easy to immerse myself in the gameplay without technical distractions.”