Underplayed Gems

BACKROOMS STORIES (2026)

BACKROOMS STORIES cover
Developer
liminal_games
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Indie
Rating
3.0 of 5, 5 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 52 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

You wander endlessly through sterile, buzzing hallways, each choice pulling you deeper into a quiet, unsettling maze.

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What players say

Players are split on the writing: some find it atmospheric and engaging, while others say it feels sterile and AI-generated. The game is a short, text-based experience with binary choices and a dream-like pacing.

Screenshots

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