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Very Scary Backrooms Game

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88%Game Brain Score
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88% User Score Based on 118 reviews

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Very Scary Backrooms Game is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Wilboforce and was released on November 24, 2023. It received positive reviews from players.

You've seen the backrooms, but not like this. "Very Scary Backrooms Game" really is a backrooms experience like no other. Journey through liminal spaces while evading strange creatures. Who or what will you encounter? Find your way home... if you can... You wake up in an unknown location where everything is familiar, but not quite right. After navigating through this strange space, you…

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88%
Audience ScoreBased on 118 reviews
story3 positive mentions
  • The game is very scary and provides a genuinely terrifying experience with effective jumpscares.
  • It features a unique secret ending that many players found to be a beautiful surprise.
  • The graphics and lighting are praised as some of the best seen in a backrooms game, enhancing the overall atmosphere.
  • The game is very short, with some players finishing it in about 10-15 minutes, leading to a lack of content.
  • Many levels feel repetitive, with some being exact clones of others, diminishing the overall experience.
  • There are significant issues with gameplay mechanics, such as a lack of danger and poorly designed levels that do not engage players.
  • story
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is widely praised for its emotional depth and engaging narrative, often described as beautiful and heart-wrenching, complemented by realistic graphics and a compelling soundtrack. While some players note a lack of traditional puzzles or plot complexity, the overall experience is deemed immersive and impactful, with many considering it a standout in gaming.

    • “Amazing game, loved the story, insanely realistic graphics, 10/10 would play again.”
    • “Game was very terrifying and engaging, absolutely beautiful story and ending.”
    • “Accompanied by a subtle but provoking soundtrack, in addition to visceral gameplay, this ludonarrative art piece provides a heart-wrenching story culminating in a surprising but increasingly important life lesson.”
    • “If you're looking for a plot or puzzles, this isn't it.”
    • “Absolute peak story, got roasted by Bobby for looking up a guide.”
  • graphics
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some players praise them as "insanely realistic" and a highlight of the experience, others find them lacking. Overall, many agree that the visuals contribute positively to the game's immersive storytelling and gameplay.

    • “Amazing game, loved the story, insanely realistic graphics, 10/10 would play again.”
    • “This is the best game I've ever played; its storyline, graphics, gameplay... it's all perfect.”
    • “The graphics aren't great.”
  • gameplay
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by visceral mechanics and a captivating storyline, enhanced by a subtle soundtrack that adds emotional depth. Players find the experience to be a perfect blend of excitement and suspense, with each twist enriching the overall enjoyment.

    • “Accompanied by a subtle but provoking soundtrack, in addition to visceral gameplay, this ludonarrative art piece provides a heart-wrenching story culminating in a surprising but increasingly important life lesson.”
    • “This is the best game I've ever played; its storyline, graphics, gameplay... it's all perfect.”
    • “Each twist and turn brings a new layer of excitement, making the gameplay a delightful blend of enjoyment and suspense.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the game highly replayable, citing its ability to create tense moments that maintain engagement and excitement throughout multiple playthroughs.

    • “I believe this game has a lot of replayability and tense moments that kept me on the edge of my seat!”
    • “The variety of choices and outcomes makes each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
    • “With multiple paths and endings, I find myself coming back to explore every possibility.”
    • “I like to believe this game has a lot of replayability and tense moments that kept me on the edge of my seat!”
    • “After completing the game once, I found little incentive to play it again. The lack of varied outcomes really diminished its replayability.”
    • “While the initial experience was enjoyable, I quickly realized that there are no significant changes in subsequent playthroughs, making it feel repetitive.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it both funny and engaging, particularly in the context of adventure and horror elements. Many recommend it for those who enjoy a light-hearted experience, noting its short playtime of under 20 minutes for full completion.

    • “Amazing! I recommend it to everyone who enjoys adventure, funny horror games!”
    • “Really funny short game that takes less than 20 minutes to complete 100%.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game delivers a powerful emotional experience through its evocative soundtrack and impactful gameplay, culminating in a heartwrenching narrative that imparts a significant life lesson. Players report feeling deeply moved by the story's progression and its emotional weight.

    • “Accompanied by a subtle but provoking soundtrack, in addition to visceral gameplay, this ludonarrative art piece provides a heart-wrenching story culminating in a surprising but increasingly important life lesson.”
    • “Really made me feel”
  • music
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is characterized by a subtle yet impactful soundtrack that enhances the visceral gameplay and complements the heartwrenching narrative, ultimately contributing to a significant life lesson.

    • “Accompanied by a subtle but provoking soundtrack, in addition to visceral gameplay, this ludonarrative art piece provides a heart-wrenching story culminating in a surprising but increasingly important life lesson.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is expertly crafted, featuring eerie soundscapes and sudden, heart-stopping moments that create a spine-chilling yet entertaining experience.

    • “From eerie soundscapes to sudden, heart-stopping moments, the game masterfully crafts an atmosphere that is as entertaining as it is spine-chilling.”
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Very Scary Backrooms Game is a action adventure game.

Very Scary Backrooms Game is available on PC and Windows.

Very Scary Backrooms Game was released on November 24, 2023.

Very Scary Backrooms Game was developed by Wilboforce.

Very Scary Backrooms Game has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its replayability.

Very Scary Backrooms Game is a single player game.

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