Escape the Backrooms

Group: Up to 4 8.6 (55,428 reviews) ~90 min
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About Escape the Backrooms

A terrifying 1-4 player co-op horror exploration game based on the popular creepypasta lore featuring over 30 unique levels.

GenreHorror Exploration
PlatformsXbox, Switch 2, PC, PS5
StoreSteam
Psychological HorrorOnline Co-OpLiminal Space

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Long sessions — expect 90+ minute campaigns

Sessions vary greatly based on level difficulty and team coordination, typically lasting between one and two hours.

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Co-op support by platform

Per-platform co-op support for Escape the Backrooms. A dash means no reliable information yet, not unsupported. Group size is the co-op party; Online max and Local max are separate mode limits, not server capacity. Features and player counts can change with game updates.
Platform / versionOnlineGroup sizeOnline maxCouchSplit-screenLocal maxLANCampaignDrop-in
Windows PCBase gameSupportedUp to 44Not supportedNot supportedNot verifiedNot supportedSupportedNot verified
PlayStation 5Base gameSupportedNot verified4Not verifiedNot verifiedNot verifiedNot verifiedSupportedNot verified
Xbox Series X|SBase gameSupportedNot verified4Not verifiedNot verifiedNot verifiedNot verifiedSupportedNot verified
Nintendo Switch 2Base gameSupportedNot verified4Not supportedNot supportedNot verifiedNot verifiedSupportedNot verified
SupportedSupportedNot supportedNot supportedPartialPartialNot verifiedNot verified
Session capacity
up to 4

Multiplayer notes

What to know before you play

Escape the Backrooms crossplay support

Crossplay: Supported · 6 platform combinations recorded, 0 not verified

  • Xbox Series X|SSupported
  • PlayStation 5Supported
  • Nintendo Switch 2Supported
  • Supported
  • With conditions
  • Not supported
  • Not verified
  • Same platform — crossplay not applicable

Before you play

Compatibility may vary by edition, store or server. "Not verified" means there is no record either way.

  • On Switch 2 (base), Windows (base), each player plays on their own screen (no couch or split-screen).

Up to four together

Explore the backrooms solo or with a cooperative team of up to four players.

Windows PC · Game store information

Everyone must escape

Every teammate must reach the exit alive before the team can escape.

Windows PC · Game store information

Stay close

Teammates can no-clip into different areas. Avoid wandering too far apart in the confusing levels.

Windows PC · Game store information

Use quiet voice chat

Proximity voice helps you coordinate, but nearby hostile entities can hear you too.

Windows PC · Game store information

Learn each threat

Levels have different escape routes, and hostile entities use different mechanics. Learn their behavior as a group.

Windows PC · Game store information

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Who Is This For?

Designed for friends who want to play together. Best when you can dedicate a full evening — this one rewards longer sessions. If your group enjoys tension, problem-solving, and staying alive together, this is your game.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Escape the Backrooms have co-op?

Yes. Escape the Backrooms supports online co-op across the listed platform/edition versions; campaign co-op across the listed platform/edition versions.

How many players can play Escape the Backrooms together?

Escape the Backrooms has verified co-op group sizes for specific platform/edition versions. Platform/edition details: Switch 2 not verified · Windows up to 4 · PS5 not verified · Xbox Series not verified.

Does Escape the Backrooms support crossplay?

Yes. Escape the Backrooms supports crossplay between some platforms — check the supported platform pairs for your group. Verified platform pairs: Nintendo Switch 2 ↔ Windows PC; Nintendo Switch 2 ↔ PlayStation 5; Nintendo Switch 2 ↔ Xbox; Windows PC ↔ PlayStation 5; Windows PC ↔ Xbox; PlayStation 5 ↔ Xbox.

What kind of game is Escape the Backrooms?

Escape the Backrooms is a Horror Exploration game best suited for long co-op sessions (~90 minutes).

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