The Backrooms: Escape
- November 1, 2023
- QuixM Interactive
Get on SteamThe Backrooms: Escape is an experience in the liminal world of backrooms. Move freely, explore the secrets of the corporation, but remember - you are not alone. Full Game - Steam Tags: #horror...
Reviews
- The game effectively captures the creepy atmosphere and style of the Backrooms, reminiscent of the VHS era.
- The graphics are excellent, and the game features engaging lore and objectives that keep players interested.
- The developer is responsive and helpful, enhancing the overall experience for players who may need assistance.
- The game is quite short, with some players finishing it in under two hours.
- There are reports of the game crashing, which can disrupt the gameplay experience.
- Some players found the interaction mechanics awkward and the sound effects to be reused and unsatisfactory.
- atmosphere5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is heavily influenced by the nostalgic VHS era, creating a uniquely creepy and immersive experience that enhances exploration in the backrooms. Players report a lingering sense of fear and tension, even in the absence of monsters, making it a standout title for those seeking atmospheric horror without reliance on frequent jumpscares. Overall, it is praised as one of the best games for atmosphere, effectively capturing a haunting and unsettling vibe.
“The atmosphere and style is from the good old VHS era, and there is a certain creepy feel to that when you explore the backrooms in that low-quality style that made the original concept interesting.”
“Is anybody here? My heart sank to my heels. I left, and after that, I was afraid to go in and play this game for like 4 months. When I decided to play, after the first level, I still walked around and was scared (even though there were no monsters anymore), always looking behind and being really wary because of the dark atmosphere. I thought that at any moment someone could jumpscare me, or something worse.”
“Backrooms game with a focus on atmospheric horror and exploration.”
“Is anybody here? My heart sank to my heels. I left, and after that, I was afraid to go in and play this game for like 4 months. When I decided to play, after the first level, I still walked around and was scared (even though there were no monsters anymore). I always looked behind and was really wary because of the dark atmosphere. I thought that at any moment, someone could jumpscare me or something worse.”
“If you want to play a backrooms game that just scares you with its atmosphere and doesn't have so many monsters and jumpscares, don't listen to anyone, buy this game!”
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics received mixed reviews, with some users praising them as excellent and realistic, while others found the layout and overall visual presentation to be disappointing and unappealing.
“The graphics are excellent.”
“Awesome graphics and a realistic feel.”
“The graphics and layout were so awful that I just hated it all.”
“The visuals are outdated and lack any real detail, making the game feel bland.”
“Character models look stiff and lifeless, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The gameplay features interaction mechanics that some players find awkward, suggesting a potential learning curve or design issue that may affect overall enjoyment.
“I found the interaction mechanics a bit awkward, but maybe that's just me.”
“The combat system feels clunky and unresponsive, making battles frustrating.”
“The pacing of the gameplay is inconsistent, leading to moments of boredom.”
- story1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's story is highly praised for its engaging and evolving narrative that unfolds as players progress, contributing significantly to the overall experience.
“Overall, this is a great game with a really good story that evolves as you progress.”
