Underplayed Gems

The Backrooms: Rescue Expedition (2025)

The Backrooms: Rescue Expedition cover
Developer
{CRYTIME}
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating
2.8 of 5, 25 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.3 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A tense, atmospheric exploration through eerie liminal spaces where danger lurks in the unknown.

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What players say

Players split on this backrooms co-op game. Many praise its fun moments and responsive developer, but performance problems, unclear objectives, and monsters that kill through walls frustrate others. The game is short, with content ending at the poolrooms, and players eagerly await updates to fix bugs and add more levels.

Screenshots

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