The Backrooms 1998

February 20th, 2025

The Backrooms 1998 video game cover art tag
Systems
Horror Survival Action Simulation
Developer(s):

Steelkrill Studio

Publisher(s)

Steelkrill Studio

ESRB

M For Mature: Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Strong Language

Released

February 20th, 2025

Steam Deck Compatibility

Playable

Developer(s)
Steelkrill Studio
Publisher(s)
Steelkrill Studio
Platform(s)
Steam, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One
ESRB
M For Mature: Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Strong Language
Released
February 20th, 2025
Steam Deck Compatibility
Playable

WHERE TO PLAY

DIGITAL

Description

TRIGGER WARNING: This game may be disturbing to some audience as this game contains real disturbing footage, sounds, fear nature, jump scares, gore, extreme violence, murders and intense horror that may not be for the faint of heart. Play this game at your own risk.

The Backrooms: 1998 is a is a first-person found footage psychological survival horror game where it tells the story of a young teen after accidentally falling into the depths of The Backrooms in 1998. Roam freely, mark, explore and try unravel the story - however you are not alone. Don't scream or it will hear you. Mind your footsteps, if you step on glass it will hear you. If you knock over objects, it might hear you. Everything comes at a consequences.

Search for supplies, tools and items to help in your escape. Such tools as a spray gun which can help you to mark your path so you don't get lost in The Backrooms. Things you may see in the shadows, are sometimes not shadows. Something or someone may be lurking in there with you. Use your stamina only when needed, and tread carefully. Hiding in crawl spaces, under tables or inside lockers if you see something unusual can be a good idea.


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