Escape the Backrooms is a 1-4 player co-op horror exploration game. Traverse 30+ eerie backrooms levels while avoiding entities and other dangers. Try to escape but be warned: survival isn't guaranteed.
Net buffs minus nerfs over time. Up = the game is being buffed overall, down = nerfed.
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A hotfix addressing a critical crash in the Overgrowth level and fixing outfit reset bugs in Levels 0.2 and 10.
Fixed an issue where the player's outfit would revert to default when grabbed by the Stalking Faceling.
Fixed a crash that occurred when throwing a body down tubes or slides.
Fixed an issue where the player's outfit would revert to default upon being killed by the Bone Thief.
Hotfix #23 focuses on bug fixes and quality-of-life improvements across several levels, including the Garage, Hotel, Poolrooms, and Tunnel, as the game prepares for its 1.0 release.
Fixed an issue where moth jelly would occasionally fall through the floor in the lobby.
Fixed a collision bug that allowed players to walk through a specific wall.
Fixed Clumps getting stuck in water in the first and third areas, ensuring more consistent entity behavior.
Death from the plague now triggers a ragdoll effect for better visual feedback.
Hints now last longer on screen, aiding player progression.
Disabled the Bacteria's ability to look up, potentially creating new hiding opportunities for players.
Hints now remain on screen for a longer duration, improving readability for players.
Flashlights are now disabled in the upper level of zone 3, increasing difficulty and tension.
Hotfix #20 focuses on quality-of-life improvements, bug fixes for movement and networking, and puzzle assistance.
Added a brightness slider to allow players to adjust visual clarity.
Players now receive explicit error messages when server connection attempts fail.
Added a toggle to disable camera shake for improved accessibility and comfort.
Added in-game notes to provide guidance and hints for various puzzles.
Added a visual icon for the exit on Level 9 to improve navigation and reduce confusion.
Hotfix #19 focuses on critical multiplayer synchronization fixes, VR improvements, and various collision and level-skip bug fixes.
Fixed an issue where walkie talkie physics would erroneously affect players.
Fixed a bug that caused players to die if the entire group did not no-clip simultaneously.
Non-host players now correctly have their equipped item in hand when starting a level.
Fixed the voice chat icon not appearing for non-host players.
Fixed a collision bug involving chairs in the hotel lobby.
Hotfix #15 focuses on critical bug fixes for VR and multiplayer, level layout updates, and minor balance adjustments to entities.
Fixed items not rendering correctly when using FOV settings other than 90.
Fixed a bug allowing players to swim at high speeds by sprinting before entering water.
Fixed an issue where players would lose sanity while wearing a diving helmet.
Fixed a bug preventing VR players from entering codes to access lockers.
Fixed an issue where players could not close a door if it was locked.
Updated the field layout for Level 10.
Picking up tapes no longer plays a sound that alerts the Scratcher, making it easier to collect items stealthily.
Added a lighthouse to help guide players through the level, improving navigation.
Hotfix #14 focuses on bug fixes for Level 10 and Level 188, as well as achievement and spawning corrections.
Fixed a bug where achievements for certain levels were not being awarded correctly.
Fixed an issue where players with high ping could not see windmill lights when restarting the game.
Fixed a bug where players would not spawn at their last checkpoint in Level 10, reducing frustrating backtracking.
Fixed a bug where players would lose sanity in Level 188 while playing on Easy mode, improving survival for beginners.
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Fixed spectator visibility issues.
Easier to manage in Easy Mode and more reliable AI behavior.
Resolved a game-breaking falling glitch.
Better guidance and a slight advantage over the Bacteria entity.
Significantly improved stability and persistence for multiplayer sessions.
Improved stability and navigation within Level 10.
Easier to follow clues and navigate the floor.
Harder navigation due to loss of light in zone 3.
Easier to locate the exit on Level 9.
Consistent access to light sources in the garage level.
Easier to navigate and collect tapes without attracting the Scratcher.
Improved visibility and guidance for players.
More stable access and fairer enemy interactions.
Easier survival in Level 188 for Easy mode players.
Increased survivability during rope sequences.
Stealth is now more reliable against Skin Stealers.
Fixed aggro bugs and added helpful guidance for dealing with them.
Fixed progression blockers and removed an exploit used to cheese the horde.
Reduced clipping and out-of-bounds errors.
Improved game stability by removing a specific crash trigger.
Visual consistency maintained after death by Bone Thief.
Prevents out-of-bounds exploits.
More reliable entity movement in water.
Slightly more powerful and now consistently audible for high-ping players.
Improved navigation clarity.
Fixed critical multiplayer desync issues regarding items.
Corrected level start sequence.
Better player guidance on how to avoid Wretches.
General stability and collision fixes.
General stability and information accuracy improvements.
Increased player customization and accessibility options.
Most-touched abilities across all patches
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