Hentai Tales: The Backrooms (2024)

Developer: Hentai works
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Casual, Simulation, Strategy
Rating: 4.8 of 5, 25 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 34 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

Playing feels like solving gentle number puzzles to gradually unlock a mildly suggestive narrative in a sterile, empty setting.

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What players say

Players say it's a short puzzle game with simple picture puzzles, where you can skip gameplay to view the art. The hentai content gets mixed reviews: some like the image sets, others say the art quality dropped compared to earlier entries. The story is a liminal backrooms theme with adult scenes.

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