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Poolscape

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61%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, gameplay
86% User Score Based on 22 reviews

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Poolscape is a single player casual simulation game with a horror theme. It was developed by CosmicArcade and was released on May 11, 2026. It received positive reviews from players.

Poolscape is a retro reimagining of the Poolrooms, evoking the nostalgia of classic PSX games by immersing players in the iconic liminal space with authentic ’90s-styled visuals and atmosphere. DEMO LEVELS Level 1: Classic Poolrooms - A linear, by-the-books Poolrooms experience. White tiles, soft marble, and fake skylights form the comforting yet uncanny liminal space you’d expect from a classi…

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86%Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews
graphics3 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions
  • The game delivers a strong atmospheric experience with excellent PSX-style retro graphics that complement the liminal space concept perfectly.
  • The soundtrack and sound design are highly praised, enhancing the mood and immersion throughout diverse and creatively designed levels.
  • Exploration is rewarding with varied environments, subtle lore elements, and a unique entity that adds to the unsettling but non-threatening vibe.
  • Movement speed is widely considered too slow, detracting from enjoyment and exploration pace, with repeated calls for adjustable or faster movement options.
  • The gameplay is very linear with limited replayability, as the levels mostly guide the player on a fixed path without meaningful interaction or exploration freedom.
  • Some narrative elements, like the notes and entity presence, are either underdeveloped or poorly integrated, which can break immersion or feel unnecessary.

  • graphics

    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    19% positive mentions, 75% neutral mentions, 6% negative mentions

    The game’s retro PS1-style graphics effectively evoke a nostalgic liminal space atmosphere, capturing the eerie essence of early game environments rarely achieved by more realistic visuals. The detailed pixel art and thoughtful level design complement the exploration experience, making the graphics a standout feature that enhances immersion without relying on realism or distracting effects. Overall, the visual style uniquely supports the game’s theme and sets it apart within the liminal space genre.

    • “Something this Backrooms/Poolrooms game captures that others don't, or rather can't by having highly realistic graphics, is the original concept of liminality of early games, essentially being somewhere in a game you shouldn't be.”
    • “Tons of attention to detail in the levels, very cool style of graphics and loved all the levels!”
    • “The PlayStation aesthetic does exactly what it’s supposed to, and the pool rooms fit the retro look perfectly.”
    • “But hey, it's a liminal game with an art style that isn't attempting realism and a hard on the eyes VHS filter, for once.”

  • atmosphere

    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    45% positive mentions, 55% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game excels in creating a rich, immersive atmosphere with varied, explorative environments enhanced by an excellent soundtrack and ambient sound design. It blends eerie and creepy elements subtly, resulting in a tense yet inviting experience reminiscent of a guided, atmospheric journey. Overall, it’s ideal for players who enjoy atmospheric walking sims and exploration through liminal, mood-driven spaces.

    • “It's got great atmosphere, lots of environments to explore, and a nice soundtrack with well-placed ambient sound effects.”
    • “Beautiful pool rooms game, amazing atmosphere and lots of interesting varied levels to explore.”
    • “Music and sound design was amazing and did an excellent job at setting the atmosphere especially on the more horror focused level.”

  • music

    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    55% positive mentions, 45% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game's soundtrack is widely praised for its enjoyable, nostalgic, and atmospheric qualities, with many appreciating the variety and well-placed ambient sounds that enhance exploration and horror elements. Several users highlighted the music's dreamlike, vibey nature, with some even purchasing the soundtrack separately. While generally fitting, a few felt the music sometimes mismatched the environment, but overall it significantly contributes to the game's immersive experience.

    • “The soundtrack is very enjoyable, with a nice variety and vibes.”
    • “Music and sound design were amazing, doing an excellent job at setting the atmosphere, especially on the more horror-focused level.”
    • “Respect for the soundtrack though - I actually bought it separately.”

  • replayability

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    50% positive mentions, -25% neutral mentions, 75% negative mentions

    The game's replayability is limited due to its linear paths and few branching options, resulting in minimal incentive for multiple playthroughs. However, a recent update increasing movement speed has improved exploration and pacing, slightly enhancing replay value. Adding more collectibles and interactive elements could further boost engagement and replayability.

    • “After the most recent update which increased movement speed, I can easily recommend this to fans of the liminal-themed walking sim genre. Increasing the movement speed encourages exploration, replayability, and the overall pace of the game, which has some very large areas.”
    • “Sure, the walking and crouching speed should definitely be faster as numerous reviews have pointed out, and that dev should add more collectibles and interactible items scattered across each level for more gameplay engagement and replayability in the future.”
    • “For a walking sim, this lacks any replayability since the paths you take are extremely linear, only having a few forks that meet a couple rooms later.”
    • “What many people are saying is true: the replay value is effectively zero.”
    • “The developer should add more collectibles and interactable items scattered across each level to increase gameplay engagement and replayability in the future.”

  • gameplay

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    67% positive mentions, -34% neutral mentions, 67% negative mentions

    The gameplay features unique dreamcore elements that add atmosphere without imposing threats, but players have noted that movement feels slow and could be sped up. Additionally, increased collectibles and interactive items would enhance engagement and replayability.

    • “There is a little dreamcore flower with a giant eyeball that pops in and out throughout each level, but it does not affect the gameplay in a way that makes you feel like you have to be looking over your shoulder constantly.”
    • “Sure, the walking and crouching speed should definitely be faster, as numerous reviews have pointed out, and the developer should add more collectibles and interactable items scattered across each level for more gameplay engagement and replayability in the future.”
    • “Sure, the walking and crouching speed should definitely be faster as numerous reviews have pointed out, and the developer should add more collectibles and interactible items scattered across each level for more gameplay engagement and replayability in the future.”
    • “There is a little dreamcore flower with a giant eyeball that pops in and out throughout each level, but it's not something I would consider an entity or a threat; it does not affect the gameplay in a way that makes you feel like you have to be looking over your shoulder constantly.”

  • emotional

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The emotional aspect elicited mixed feelings, with some users appreciating the guided experience, while others felt restricted and desired more freedom to explore on their own.

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Poolscape is a casual simulation game with horror theme. Common tags for Poolscape include first-person, indie, linear, surreal, psychological and others.

Poolscape is available on PC, Windows and PlayStation.

Poolscape was released on May 11, 2026.

Poolscape was developed by CosmicArcade.

Poolscape has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked Poolscape for its graphics but disliked it for its replayability.

Poolscape is a single player game.

Similar games include BABBDI, Paradise Nowhere, BLACKSHARD, Hypnagogia 催眠術, POOLS and others.