Hide in The Backrooms Nextbots

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"Hide in The Backrooms Nextbots" is a first-person survival horror/stealth game where players can choose to either evade pursuing "nextbots" in procedurally generated maze-like rooms or take on the role of a nextbot and hunt down human fugitives. The game features permadeath, limited resources, and a tense atmosphere, encouraging strategic planning and quick decision-making. The ultimate goal is to survive and escape the never-ending backrooms or to eliminate all human threats as a nextbot.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Hide in The Backrooms Nextbots screenshot

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,330 reviews

graphics21 positive mentions

monetization55 negative mentions

The game is fun and addictive, providing a unique hide and seek experience.
Graphics and frame rates are decent, contributing to a smooth gameplay experience.
Players enjoy the ability to customize characters and the variety of monster skins available.

The game is too easy, with many players finishing all levels quickly and finding it repetitive.
There are excessive ads, which disrupt gameplay and frustrate users.
The lack of multiplayer options and AI-controlled opponents make the game feel less engaging.

monetization
62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
3%
89%
The monetization strategy of the game heavily relies on ads, which players frequently criticize for being intrusive and excessive, often interrupting gameplay. While some users appreciate the ability to earn in-game currency through watching ads, many express frustration over the sheer volume of ads, suggesting that it detracts from the overall experience. A few players recommend implementing alternative monetization methods, such as in-game purchases, to reduce ad frequency.
- “It could be better though, maybe add in-game purchases for a better experience?”
- “It's really really very very amazing! I love it, no ads, and I will play all levels.”
- “Tip: if you want no ads, just turn off your internet.”
- “Ads make coin easy, but it becomes a lot of watching ads very quickly, with the reward only being the purchase of skins.”
- “This is a very bad game; don't play it. It has millions of ads, even when the monster is in front of you, and it lags very much. You will even waste your data, so you better don't download it.”
- “Trash game, ads every 5 seconds, don't waste your time.”
graphics
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
70%
20%
10%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising them as decent to amazing, highlighting details and aesthetics. However, some users express concerns about the graphics being average or needing improvement, particularly in relation to gameplay experience. Overall, while the visuals are generally well-received, there are calls for enhancements and more variety in the game's environments.
- “The graphics are amazing, the ragdoll is amazing, the game is amazing.”
- “I love the graphics and details in this game!”
- “This game is amazing and I love this game and the graphics and quality are very good.”
- “The game has decent graphics, to say the least.”
- “Graphics were average but became boring after a while.”
- “Ok graphics, decent gameplay, and lots of skin variety but I wish the maps in chapters 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 were different from the previous chapters.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
17%
25%
The gameplay is generally described as fun and addictive, with enjoyable mechanics and good graphics, though some players find it repetitive and suggest improvements like balanced movement speed, new maps, and multiplayer options. While the thrill and jump scares are appreciated, there are calls for more variety in gameplay elements, such as smarter monsters and different game modes. Overall, players express a desire for updates that would enhance the experience and introduce fresh content.
- “Fun mechanic and very addictive; I honestly enjoy the game and all.”
- “I love this game very much! It's good, I like the gameplay. I think third-person mode would be very fun, and I would like to see new maps.”
- “Perfect game! The ragdoll physics and the epic gameplay are very much approved.”
- “The movement is horribly fast, too fast for the monster or the bots. A running mechanic with a stamina meter would help balance the player's speed.”
- “The gameplay is decent, but the maps in chapters 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 should be different from the previous chapters to keep things fresh.”
- “The gameplay becomes repetitive quickly: you just complete tasks, get a key, go to a door, and catch all the humans. It's interesting at first, but it gets boring with regular play.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The reviews indicate a general dissatisfaction with the game's story, as several users noted the absence of a narrative and expressed a desire for more missions and content. While some players enjoyed the gameplay and found it fun, they also suggested that the game could benefit from increased difficulty and a more developed storyline. Overall, the lack of a compelling story seems to be a significant drawback for many players.
- “One of the best games I have ever played! I wish for infinite time because it would be more fun. I also want 10 missions to complete and a bigger map. If you add these, it will be my dream game.”
- “The game is great! It needs to increase the difficulty of the missions, and while the graphics are impressive, it could use further development.”
- “It is a good game with 14 chapters. Each chapter has 5 missions and a monster. I enjoy the jump scares and find it fun to play. I recommend this game, especially for pro players!”
- “No story.”
- “I was hoping for a story.”
- “It is a good game, but it has a lot of chapters with repetitive missions and lacks a compelling narrative.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding the monster encounters and player reactions particularly amusing. Many reviews highlight the game's comedic elements, such as funny sound effects and situations, contributing to an overall entertaining experience, even for those who typically don't enjoy humorous games.
- “This game is funny 😂 especially when the monster shows up, and the other players run.”
- “I give a 5-star rating because the player killing sounds are very funny 😂😂😂.”
- “Very nice game 🎮 which is very funny.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with players enjoying the existing tracks and expressing a desire for additional chase music to enhance the gameplay experience. However, there are suggestions for improvements, such as a more comprehensive menu and the inclusion of custom skins, indicating that while the music is appreciated, it could benefit from further development and variety.
- “I like this song; it feels like I'm playing it in real life.”
- “It would be great to have more chase music when the monster is pursuing you.”
- “Maybe consider adding more levels and names for the music.”
- “It's a good game but it's kinda broken if you stand in front of the monster when the countdown is up he looks away from you instead of attacking you and they could add some chase music when the monster is chasing you.”
- “Not bad, pretty fun, needs a little work like more of a menu and maybe custom skins you can make yourself, and why have the skins for different seekers but they always show the same one in gameplay... maybe music.”
- “Can you add more levels and name of the music?”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is generally stable and enjoyable, with the ability to play offline being a positive feature. However, users have reported occasional glitches and noted that the levels can be repetitive, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “The game has a lot of potential, but it crashes frequently, making it frustrating to play.”
- “I love the concept, but the stability issues ruin the experience; I often find myself getting kicked out mid-game.”
- “While the gameplay is enjoyable, the constant lag and glitches make it hard to stay engaged.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express frustration with the emotional aspect of the game, feeling lost and disconnected due to unclear objectives and unresponsive interactions. This lack of guidance contributes to a sense of helplessness, detracting from the overall emotional engagement.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is praised for its optimization, allowing it to run smoothly on low-end devices, which enhances the overall experience for players. Users appreciate the controls and graphics, contributing to its status as an underrated offline game.
- “This game is underrated among all offline games. I love the skins, the way I control it, and my low-end phone can run smoothly.”
- “The optimization is impressive; it runs flawlessly even on my older device.”
- “I appreciate how well the game is optimized for various hardware, making it accessible to a wider audience.”