The Backrooms 1998 out on Nintendo Switch next week, new trailer

The Backrooms 1998 was announced for Nintendo Switch less than a month ago, but it already has a release date. Feardemic and Steelkrill Studio will be bringing it over on February 20, 2025.

As previously mentioned, The Backrooms 1998 is a found footage survival horror game. The recent announcement did not provide a release window, but it turns out we’re just a few days away from the console debut.

We have a refresher on the title via the following overview:

The Backrooms 1998 is a first-person found footage psychological horror survival game where it tells the story of a young teen after accidentally falling into the depths of The Backrooms in 1998.

Roam freely, mark, explore and try to unravel the story—however you are not alone.

Don’t scream.

Trigger Warning

This game may be disturbing to some audiences as this game contains real disturbing footage, sounds, fear nature, jump scares, gore, extreme violence, murders, and intense horror that may not be for the faint of heart. Play this game at your own risk.

Can you escape the backrooms?

Key Features

• Delve Into the Backrooms – Try to find your way in an unwelcoming maze of the backrooms
• Stamina System – Don’t lose your breath and keep an eye on your stamina levels. Avoid getting too tired, unless you want the creature to get to you.
• Leave a Trace – Use your spray gun to mark your path, helping you navigate the backrooms and keep track of the rooms you’ve already explored.
• Stock Up on Goods – Use the tools scattered around to help you escape this nightmare.
• Limited Chances – Save yourself by saving your progress in the special ‘safe rooms’. This is your only chance to not be trapped here for eternity.

Get a look at a new release date trailer for The Backrooms 1998 below.

Release Date Trailer

This one will be sold for $9.99. Check out our last report here.