BrVR Backrooms Virtual Reality

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BrVR Backrooms Virtual Reality is a single player simulation game. It was developed by Paul Wallace and was released on August 15, 2023. It received very positive reviews from players.

BrVR Backrooms Virtual Reality Step into the most comprehensive VR recreation of The Backrooms ever created. Featuring 120+ authentic levels, 60+ entities, and complete freedom to explore the way you want in true solo isolation. BrVR delivers the definitive Backrooms experience in virtual reality. This is not another low‑effort maze game or puzzle‑heavy multiplayer project. It is a carefully…

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 115 reviews

stability8 negative mentions

The game offers a vast amount of content with over 100 levels, providing endless exploration opportunities and a unique backrooms experience.
The developers are highly responsive and actively engage with the community, frequently releasing updates and addressing bugs.
The game allows for customization, such as turning off entities for a more relaxed exploration experience, and features a variety of gameplay mechanics including crafting and combat.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and performance issues, particularly with controls and graphics, which can detract from the overall experience.
Some levels feel unfinished or lack detail, leading to inconsistencies in quality and immersion.
There is currently no multiplayer or co-op mode, which limits the social aspect of gameplay that many players desire.

gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
64%
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The gameplay is characterized by a diverse range of levels and mechanics, offering an engaging exploration experience, though it suffers from bugs and a lack of clear tutorials on item usage and mechanics. Players appreciate the game's horror elements and variety, but some find the mechanics, such as shotgun reloading, confusing. Overall, while the game shows promise and is enjoyable, it requires further optimization and clearer instructions to enhance the player experience.
- “This is easily the best backrooms game I've ever played, both in horror and in fun gameplay.”
- “The gameplay can also be confusing, but I suggest just reading the notes that are lying around to figure out how to exit the level.”
- “Gameplay: while most other backrooms games have survival as their main goal, typically playing like a roguelite, this game has its main focus on exploration and uncovering all the little hidden things, with death not being much of an obstacle.”
- “Still, the worst part is that there is absolutely no explanation of how to reload or use the mechanics of the various items.”
- “7/10 give us something to do with the weird climbing mechanics and a more clear tutorial on how to transition to new levels.”
- “Also the shotguns mechanically make 0 sense, shooting 3-4 shots before needing to be pumped like how does that make sense.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the visuals and level design, while others note significant optimization issues and graphical inconsistencies. Users with lower-end hardware may experience lag and need to adjust settings, and while the game does not showcase cutting-edge graphics, it still offers enjoyable aesthetics in certain levels. Overall, the graphics are deemed satisfactory but could benefit from further refinement and optimization.
- “This game is great and super underrated. Sometimes the graphics don't look great, but on some levels they can look pretty nice. The optimization could use some work, but it appeases if you have a good rig. Overall, I think it's a nice 7.4/10.”
- “W game, a lot of levels and gameplay potential, somewhat scary game and the levels are nicely built, nice graphics too. The game is kinda buggy, but the developers are really nice and really easy to reach out to.”
- “- Good visuals.”
- “When changing graphics settings, it doesn't save for some reason most of the times I've tried.”
- “Some graphical issues.”
- “And finally, most of the game uses different assets from various designers or the Unity marketplace. The game doesn't look like a next-gen Unreal Engine 5 game, though if you value a game solely for graphics, maybe you shouldn't.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is generally considered fun and engaging, but it suffers from significant stability issues, including bugs, control problems, and performance drops, especially on lower-end devices. While some players report minor glitches that are not game-breaking, others experience frustrating bugs that can affect gameplay. Despite these issues, the developers are responsive and actively working on improvements, making it a worthwhile purchase for fans of the genre.
- “The game can be frustratingly buggy as far as controls go, but as far as I know, this is the peak for people who want to wander liminal spaces in VR.”
- “Some things I should mention before you install or purchase though; the game is buggy, some levels feel unfinished, and the quality varies.”
- “FPS died on GTX 1650 Ti, i7 11000H, and 16 GB RAM was running on Oculus 2 with 15 FPS and a lot of micro freezes. Where is the optimization?!”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while it runs smoothly for some players, many report clunky controls and various issues, particularly with VR interactions and graphics quality. Users note that better optimization could enhance the experience, especially for those with lower-end rigs, but the gameplay remains enjoyable despite these shortcomings.
- “This game is great and super underrated. Sometimes the graphics don't look great, but on some levels they can look pretty nice. The optimization could use some work, but it performs well if you have a good rig. The gameplay is quite fun, exploring all the different levels and finding all the gear. On some levels, it can be quite scary. Overall, I think it's a nice 7.4/10.”
- “The game is a little janky, but overall not bad. There are mainly optimization issues and some weird problems with hands getting stuck when there is lag.”
- “Best game I've ever played, but it needs better optimization.”
- “This game is great and super underrated. Sometimes the graphics don't look great, but on some levels they can look pretty nice. The optimization could use some work, but it performs well if you have a good rig. The gameplay is quite fun, exploring all the different levels and finding gear, and on some levels, it can be quite scary. Overall, I think it's a nice 7.4/10.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is well-received, with users appreciating its quality and the option to add custom tracks, enhancing the overall experience.
- “You can add custom music.”
- “The music is good as well!”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The soundtrack is forgettable and doesn't enhance the gaming experience at all.”
- “The audio quality of the music is subpar, which detracts from the overall atmosphere of the game.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features expansive levels that effectively capture the eerie essence of the backrooms, contributing to an engaging and immersive atmosphere that players find enjoyable.
- “The levels are massive, and the atmosphere perfectly matches the backrooms.”
- “The game is fun, and the atmosphere is fantastic.”
- “The levels are massive, and the atmosphere matches the backrooms completely.”
- “The game fails to create a sense of immersion; the atmosphere feels flat and uninspired.”
- “Despite the potential, the atmosphere lacks depth, making it hard to feel engaged with the environment.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users recommend playing the game in Oculus mode using Link or Air Link for an optimal experience, as it is nearly unplayable on the Quest 2 when using Steam VR or Virtual Desktop.