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Backrooms: Lost Tape

You work in the cinema as an usher and accidentally fell into the Backrooms, now being trapped, needing to unravel the mysteries of the yellow rooms in order to get out of this place, but be careful, there are entities that will be in your way.

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December 23, 2022
3 years and 223 days ago
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About the Game

SUMMARY

Embark on a journey through the mysterious and unsettling world of the Backrooms in this immersive walking simulator. Delve into a series of Liminal Spaces and Backrooms Levels, each separated by Tapes (Chapters) that reveal new mysteries and challenges.

TAPES AVAILABLE NOW:

  • 📼 The Tape of Josh - You play as an unsuspecting cinema usher who falls into the Backrooms and must unravel the secrets of the strange yellow rooms to escape. But beware, as you explore, you'll encounter malevolent entities that stand in your way.

  • 📼 The Tape of Nikolas - Embark on an intense mission to find Josh, who has mysteriously vanished in the Backrooms. This new chapter introduces unique challenges and unveils more of the haunting story. Get ready to dive deeper into the eerie world of the Backrooms and uncover the secrets that lie within.

Important: Next Tapes will be released as DLC

FEATURES:

  • Multiple Levels

  • Liminal Spaces

  • Entities

  • Puzzles

  • Intriguing Story

  • A lot of Mysteries

  • Photorealistic Next-Gen Graphics

  • Fully Immersive Gameplay (No HUD)

TAPES (CHAPTERS):

Get ready for a contemplative experience like no other! This game will feature multiple tapes, each with its own tantalizing story and unique characters that will have you on the edge of your seat. Immerse yourself in uncharted territories, unraveling mysteries and facing spine-chilling entities that will keep you guessing at every turn. With each new tape comes a world of possibilities to explore and secrets to uncover. Are you ready to explore the most faithful representation of backrooms?

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