Okay, so I’ve been diving deep into this whole “Escape the Backrooms” craze. It’s creepy, unsettling, and totally addictive. But what if you’ve already conquered the Backrooms and need a new liminal space nightmare to explore? That’s what I wanted to figure out, so I started digging around for games that give off that same vibe.
My Hunt for Similar Games
First, I scoured Reddit. Seriously, r/gaming and r/horrorgaming are goldmines for this kind of stuff. I typed in “games like Escape the Backrooms” and started scrolling through endless threads. People were throwing out all kinds of suggestions, some I’d heard of, some totally new to me.
Then I hit up YouTube. I figured watching some gameplay would give me a better feel for these games. I searched for things like “Escape the Backrooms alternatives” and “liminal space horror games.” I ended up watching hours of footage, pausing to jot down names that looked promising.
The Games I Tried Out
Based on my research, I decided to try a few games myself. My criteria were simple: that creepy, unsettling feeling, the sense of being lost and alone, and maybe a bit of a puzzle element. Here’s what I played:
- The Stanley Parable: Okay, this one isn’t exactly horror, but it’s definitely got that weird, unsettling vibe. The office environment feels strangely empty and infinite, just like the Backrooms.I really played for many hours.
- Superliminal: This one is all about perspective puzzles, and it messes with your head in the best way. The environments are clean and sterile, but they shift and change in ways that make you feel totally disoriented. I spent about two days to pass.
- Anemoiapolis: The early access of this game got my attention. It’s literally a backroom-style game set in liminal spaces. I bought and downloaded.
My Final Thoughts
I discovered that getting a game exactly like Escape the Backrooms is tough. Each game has its own unique spin. But, these games I tried definitely scratched that itch for creepy, liminal space * you’re looking for something to fill that Backrooms-shaped hole in your gaming life, these are a good place to start. Just be prepared to feel a little uneasy… in a good way, of course!I still keep looking for other alternatives.
