Roguelike survival game based on The Backrooms
The Backroom: Survival is a premium adventure game created by RE:CODE for PC. It is a first-person horror title based on the popular The Backrooms theory and online urban legend. Players will explore randomly-generated levels as they try their best to survive and escape from their pursuers.
Compared to other games like Backrooms or Escape the Backrooms, The Backroom: Survival stands out for incorporating roguelike elements into its design. The addition of this mechanic and system elevates and changes the gameplay in meaningful ways, making it more of a unique experience than its contemporaries.
A unique take on the concept
The Backrooms theory/online urban legend is as popular as ever, with games about it getting released left and right. They each have their own unique interpretation and twist on the concept to help make them stand out from the pack. The Backrooms: Survival is yet another release to add to the list, but it might just be the most distinct and refreshing one out of all of them yet.
In this game, you won’t be limited to just one large area but multiple randomly generated levels featuring different designs and layouts, as well as various entities to be wary of. The gameplay incorporates roguelike survival elements requiring you to scavenge for food and water to survive. There’s an inventory management system in place, thus you should think carefully about what you pick up and bring along with you.
The game also features permadeath, adding to the sense of dread as you play. There’s even a global leaderboard to compare your scores and longest runs with other players. One major area that needs to be addressed ASAP is the poor sound design. Enemies would often scream and screech as they’re running toward you, and it can be a very grating experience, especially with headphones.
A real stand out
There is no shortage of games inspired by The Backrooms, and you’ve probably played your fair share of them at this point. If you are looking to play more similar titles, The Backroom: Survival is a stand-out option to consider. It adds so many other mechanics to the concept that it becomes a totally different game altogether. Give it a try and be in for a surprise.
