A small first-person horror game
Backrooms is a free adventure game in which the player is trapped in seemingly endless featureless rooms and corridors and must escape. The game is played from a first-person perspective and is a horror exploration game. It also features support for some VR headsets.
Backrooms is similar to Slenderman and Siren Head in that it is relatively short and the gameplay quite basic. With dim yellow hallways, flickering fluorescent lights, and an unsettling hum filling the air, the game captures the unsettling atmosphere of being trapped in an endless, liminal space.
Based on an internet myth
The premise of Backrooms is based on a creepypasta story that alleges that it is possible to clip through reality—essentially glitch through the walls in real life—and find yourself in the backrooms, an enormous maze of empty, carpeted rooms with repeating pattern wallpaper. The rooms are illuminated by harsh, loud, fluorescent lighting and contain entities that pursue the player.
The game’s objective is to escape the backrooms. The player does this by navigating the featureless rooms in search of a way out while avoiding the entities roaming around. There is also a time limit, and failing to escape before the end of the timer is a failure state. Moreover, this game features three modes—Classic, Deaf, and Free mode each offering a unique gameplay experience.
Furthermore, it also features VR support, enhancing the immersion and tension of the experience. It is compatible with Oculus Quest 1 and 2, allowing you to enter the unsettling, endless corridors. This game has been officially approved by the SideQuest store, ensuring a smooth and optimized VR experience. However, the game's premise is a horror story, so it is unsuitable for younger players or people with sensitive dispositions.
A minimalist yet terrifying horror journey
Backrooms is a short but immersive horror experience that effectively brings the internet myth to life. Its eerie atmosphere, simple yet tense gameplay, and multiple modes offer a thrilling challenge for fans of psychological horror. The game's VR support further enhances the immersion, making it feel more real. While not for the faint of heart, it’s a must-try for those who enjoy unsettling and mysterious horror adventures.
