The Backrooms Deluxe 2

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The Backrooms Deluxe 2 is a multiplayer simulation game. It was developed by Lory Games and was released on December 24, 2025. It received neutral reviews from players.

The Backrooms Deluxe 2 is a roguelite horror game set in a labyrinthine, eerie environment where players face permadeath and procedural challenges. It features new modifiers that affect rewards, enhanced multiplayer for seamless cooperative play, and additional achievements to test players' skills. Survival and strategy are key as all players must die to end each run.

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Audience ScoreBased on 82 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

monetization3 negative mentions

The game is fun to play with friends and offers unique levels not found in other backrooms style games.
It has a decent atmosphere and can be enjoyable despite its bugs, making it a good option for a free game.
The multiplayer aspect works well and adds to the overall experience, especially when playing with others.

The game suffers from significant technical issues, including long login times, server problems, and frequent bugs.
Many levels are short and lack depth, making the gameplay feel repetitive and unengaging.
The graphics and animations are underwhelming, and the game feels incomplete, with many players expressing disappointment in its overall execution.

graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
34%
22%
The graphics of the game, powered by Unreal Engine 5, are generally considered visually appealing but fail to compensate for the janky gameplay and technical issues. While some players find the visuals satisfactory, they note that the overall experience is hindered by gameplay limitations and online functionality problems. Comparisons to the previous game highlight a decline in both graphics and gameplay quality.
- “Graphically, the game is fine.”
- “The graphics aren’t amazing for a backrooms game, but it’s a blast with friends.”
- “It does look really nice, but gameplay is more important than graphics in my opinion.”
- “The visuals are just riding on Unreal Engine 5’s coattails, and that’s it.”
- “First game had much better graphics and gameplay; in this one, we can't jump or use items.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The gameplay has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with users criticizing its janky mechanics, technical issues, and lack of engaging features such as jumping or item usage. While the visuals powered by Unreal Engine are praised, they are deemed insufficient to compensate for the frustrating and limited gameplay experience. Overall, players express disappointment, feeling that the gameplay detracts significantly from the game's potential.
- “It does look really nice, but gameplay is more important than graphics in my opinion.”
- “First game had much better graphics and gameplay; in this one, we can't jump or use items.”
- “Nice Unreal Engine visuals can’t save janky gameplay and technical issues.”
- “I'm not sure you could even say it has gameplay.”
- “Gameplay is door-like, which I personally don't like, and I would much rather be able to restart a level and continue.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the humor in the game's bugs, which add to the fun, especially when playing with friends. However, some feel that the absence of jumpscares could enhance the comedic experience. Overall, the humor contributes positively to the game's enjoyment.
- “I don't understand why people hate this game; it's actually very fun to play with friends, and the bugs just make the game funny!”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, with clever jokes and hilarious situations that keep you laughing.”
- “The quirky characters and their ridiculous antics add a delightful layer of humor that makes every playthrough enjoyable.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
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Overall, players report a generally positive experience with optimization, noting smooth performance even on older hardware, though some acknowledge minor issues that are typical for many games. While there are calls for further optimization and content updates, the developers are actively addressing existing concerns, which is appreciated by the community.
- “Of course it has some issues, but that's very common in games. The developers are actively working on them, unlike other developers who are just in it for the cash grab. This is a free game with very good performance and nice graphics. It may leave some wishes for more content, but that's what updates are for.”
- “Optimization is not working; the link cannot be accessed. I hope to optimize it as soon as possible.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization of the game is generally viewed positively, as it is free-to-play and offers good performance and graphics without aggressive cash-grab tactics. While players note some issues and a desire for more content, they appreciate the developers' commitment to ongoing updates and improvements.
- “The monetization model feels overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
- “I appreciate that the game is free, but the constant push for in-game purchases is frustrating and detracts from the overall experience.”
- “While the game has potential, the monetization strategy seems designed to exploit players rather than enhance gameplay.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is reported to be very buggy and broken, which detracts from the overall experience, though some players still find enjoyment in it and hope for future improvements.
- “Very buggy.”
- “Other than that, the game is still buggy and broken, but I enjoyed playing and hopefully will see it thrive as a free game.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised, contributing to an enjoyable and engaging experience for players.
- “It's pretty fun and has a great atmosphere.”