Backrooms: 1977
Launches 9 November 2026 · PC · Action, Adventure, Indie
This is a video game based on the Backrooms myth, but it breaks away from its lore to tell an original story. It features a variety of gameplay sections with different creatures and a narrative-driven approach that sets it apart from other games based on these locations.
Story
This is a video game based on the Backrooms mythos, but detached from its lore in order to tell an original story. The game features varied gameplay sections with different creatures and a narrative-focused approach to set itself apart from other games based on these places. The story begins when the protagonist, Ashen, is informed that something has gone wrong inside the Backrooms. His mission is to enter and locate the remaining agents stationed within. The game consists of an introductory area followed by three levels that make up Chapter One. The full game is planned to have a total of three chapters. Each level features a distinct gameplay mechanic: Level 1: The player must escape from large creatures that chase them through a series of corridors. The idea is to use the environment to avoid crossing paths with these creatures and, if spotted, run away and break their line of sight. Level 2: The player finds themselves in a completely dark area, where the protagonist acquires a flashlight. They must use it to fend off another type of creature that is vulnerable to light. Level 3: This level focuses more heavily on stealth. The player must hide among fields of wheat to...
Gameplay
This is a video game based on the Backrooms mythos, but detached from its lore in order to tell an original story. The game features varied gameplay sections with different creatures and a narrative-focused approach to set itself apart from other games based on these places. The story begins when the protagonist, Ashen, is informed that something has gone wrong inside the Backrooms. His mission is to enter and locate the remaining agents stationed within. The game consists of an introductory area followed by three levels that make up Chapter One. The full game is planned to have a total of three chapters. Each level features a distinct gameplay mechanic: Level 1: The player must escape from large creatures that chase them through a series of corridors. The idea is to use the environment to avoid crossing paths with these creatures and, if spotted, run away and break their line of sight. Level 2: The player finds themselves in a completely dark area, where the protagonist acquires a flashlight. They must use it to fend off another type of creature that is vulnerable to light. Level 3: This level focuses more heavily on stealth. The player must hide among fields of wheat to avoid being detected by human-faced dogs. Being spotted by one of these creatures results in instant death, making remaining unseen the only way to survive. The duration of this first chapter is...
Features
- Single-player
- Custom Volume Controls
- Keyboard Only Option
- Playable without Timed Input
- Save Anytime
- Stereo Sound
- Family Sharing
Release details
Backrooms: 1977 is a Action, Adventure and Indie game by Team 22. Backrooms: 1977 launches on Monday, 9 November 2026 on PC. This date comes from Steam and was last checked on 4 November 2026.
Frequently asked questions
When does Backrooms: 1977 release?
Backrooms: 1977 launches on 9 November 2026.
Which platforms is Backrooms: 1977 on?
Backrooms: 1977 is on PC.
Who makes Backrooms: 1977?
Backrooms: 1977 is developed by Team 22.
What kind of game is Backrooms: 1977?
Backrooms: 1977 is a game of these genres: Action, Adventure and Indie.