In The Backrooms

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In The Backrooms is a single player simulation game. It was developed by BLOCK 211 and was released on December 9, 2022. It received neutral reviews from players.

"In The Backrooms" is a horror exploration game where you navigate through a never-ending maze of windowless, monotonous rooms. The game is based on the creepypasta story of the same name. You must manage your limited resources and sanity as you try to escape the Backrooms and uncover the mystery behind its existence.

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Audience ScoreBased on 49 reviews

graphics10 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The graphics are visually impressive and create a strong sense of immersion.
The game offers a fun and challenging experience, especially when played with friends.
For its low price, the game provides multiple levels and a spooky atmosphere.

The gameplay suffers from bugs, glitches, and unclear objectives, leading to frustrating experiences.
The camera shake and motion mechanics can induce motion sickness and detract from the overall experience.
The game feels repetitive and lacks depth, with only one creature and limited gameplay variety.

graphics
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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13%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising their beauty and realism, while others criticize the use of low-polygon, minimalist designs that evoke early 1990s aesthetics. While many players appreciate the visuals as decent or good for a low-budget title, there are concerns about the lack of detail and texture, which some perceive as a sign of laziness in development. Overall, the graphics are generally seen as a strong point, though they could benefit from further refinement, particularly in character design.
- “The visuals in 'In the Backrooms' are incredibly realistic and terrifying.”
- “Nice game, love the graphics and fun to play.”
- “First, I'll start in this review by rating this game with a solid 7.5; it has good graphics and your FPS doesn't drop.”
- “The lack of textures is a method that lazy developers often use to disguise their lack of talent or interest in doing the graphics properly, trying to pass it off as 'art' or 'we made it look bad on purpose', which really isn't something gamers should have to put up with.”
- “It was a total copy of the game 'Escape the Backroom' with very low graphics.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
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The gameplay has been widely criticized for its frustrating mechanics and broken level designs, leading to a negative experience for players. Many users noted issues such as unbalanced enemy speed and a lack of effective countermeasures, overshadowing the game's visual appeal. Overall, the gameplay is seen as the weakest aspect of the game, detracting from its potential enjoyment.
- “As a beginner game dev, I would definitely recommend watching some tutorials on what makes a game scary and how to establish a good gameplay mechanic. With that being said, this game gets rated.”
- “I did have some issues with the game's mechanics, which I explain in my YouTube video.”
- “The worst thing about this game is the gameplay; some aspects are super annoying, such as the creatures running way faster than you and not having any real counter besides the light and jumping.”
- “Many of the levels don’t work as intended, leading to frustrating and broken gameplay experiences.”
- “The worst thing about this game is the gameplay; some elements are super annoying, such as the creatures running way faster than you and not having any real counter besides the light and jumping.”
- “It's hard to overlook the pretty annoying gameplay.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
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The game's storyline is a point of contention among users, with some expressing uncertainty about its clarity and progression, while others note a complete absence of a narrative. Overall, the story aspect appears to need significant improvement to enhance the gaming experience.
- “However, I have always been unsure about the storyline and how to progress through the game.”
- “The game is perfect when we talk about the graphics, it needs just a little work on the monsters and a story mode.”
- “☑ no story”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is generally regarded as cool, complemented by decent graphics that enhance the overall experience.
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world.”
- “The haunting soundtrack perfectly complements the eerie visuals, creating a captivating atmosphere.”
- “Every detail in the environment contributes to a rich and engaging atmosphere that keeps you on edge.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous glitches and bugs that hinder gameplay and create confusion for players. Overall, these problems contribute to a negative experience.
- “Then there are the glitches.”
- “Oh, the glitches!”
- “It's very buggy, it's very unclear on what to do, and overall it's not a good game.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by quirky visual elements, such as a comically displayed camcorder date, and absurd scenarios, like being humorously defeated by a whimsical character referred to as a "funny string man."
- “I was beaten to death by a funny string man.”
- “The camcorder date display looks hilarious in the bottom left view.”