Backrooms Lost Runners Steam news

• Latest observed players46 · 25 September 2026 - 21:50:16 UTC
• SteamPulse tracked peak46
• Units sold (VGI)No data available
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• Review score78% positive
• Total reviews657
• Release dateQ2 2026
• DeveloperShimStudioGames
• PublisherShimStudioGames

Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie

Company pages: Developer: ShimStudioGamesPublisher: ShimStudioGames

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Backrooms Lost Runners Steam news

Backrooms Lost Runners news collects recent Steam feed items, update posts, and announcements that SteamPulse can associate with this app.

Latest Steam announcements

• Hotfix — 0.5.417 - 20 September 2026

  HotfixFixesFixed a softlock related to restoring power to the main code lock on Level 0.Fixed collision issues on several objects in the procedurally generated area of Level 0.Fixed incorrect power cable directions.ChangesAdded two safe zones to the Dark Zone. Thank you to everyone who submitted bug reports - your feedback helps us find and fix issues much faster.Stay tuned for more updates and news in our Discord.

• Update 0.5 - Procedural Levels, New Entities & Major Reworks - 15 September 2026

  UPDATE 0.5 IS HERE Runners, Update 0.5 is finally here.This is one of the biggest updates we have released for Backrooms Lost Runners so far. We have added entirely new systems and content while also reworking many existing parts of the game.Procedural generation, new areas, new entities, new hazards, major progression and balance changes, a completely reworked sound detection system, improved voice chat, lighting changes, fixes, and much more. We strongly recommend starting a new playthrough with Update 0.5.Old save files are officially not supported and may cause broken events, incorrect progression, missing objects, or other issues due to the scale of the changes made to the game.Starting with Update 0.5, future save compatibility will be supported. • Added a completely new procedural level generation system, creating different layouts and routes between playthroughs.• Added the Spra…

• Upcoming Update: Expanded Levels, New Entity & Major Fixes - 21 July 2026

  Hello, Runners!Our team is actively working on bug fixes, gameplay improvements, and new content for the game.Many of you have shared feedback about bugs, technical issues, and other rough edges. We truly appreciate every report and are working hard to fix these problems and improve the overall experience. Unfortunately, this process takes time, but your feedback directly helps us make the game better.At the same time, we are expanding existing levels with additional areas to explore, more varied routes, and new gameplay sequences. What's Coming in the UpdateEpisode 0Level 0 expansion. Selected areas of the level will now feature procedural generation with unique seeds and layout patterns. Each new game will generate a different version of these areas.A new puzzle and several short gameplay sequences have been added to the level.Episode 1The Dark Zone has been reworked. The routes leadi…

• Progress Update: AI, Balance & Liminal Backrooms - 30 June 2026

  Hello, Runners!We are working on the next update for Backrooms Lost Runners, and this one is focused on making the game feel more balanced, more dangerous, and more liminal.Here is what we are currently working on:Improved AI behaviorUpdated locationsNew procedural generation for a cleaner, more original and liminal Backrooms experienceProcedurally generated loot, structures, boxes, and various objects inside those locationsReworked loot economyMore reason to fight, survive, and collect better clothingClothing balance changesWeapon stat balance changesStamina cost rebalanceSanity drain rebalanceBug fixes and stability improvementsIn the new procedurally generated areas, you will be able to find different loot, boxes, structures, and other objects that make each run feel less predictable. We also want to say a huge thank you to everyone who sends bug reports through F1. Your reports help…

• Backrooms Lost Runners Is Out in Early Access! - 18 June 2026

  Backrooms Lost Runners Is Now Available in Early Access!Runners,We’re excited to announce that Backrooms Lost Runners is now available in Early Access on Steam.Thank you to everyone who waited for the game, played the demo, added it to their wishlist, shared feedback, and supported us throughout development. Your support helped bring this project to release.Gather your team, invite your friends, and begin your first survival run today. Explore unstable spaces, solve environmental puzzles, manage your resources, and survive the entities waiting in the endless corridors.Early Access is only the beginning. Our focus during this stage is to improve the game, fix issues, polish the experience, expand content, and use player feedback to guide development.Share your thoughts in the Steam Discussions, report bugs, and let us know what you think after your first run.The Backrooms are waiting.

• Thank you for 100,000 wishlists! - 16 June 2026

  Hello, runners!We’ve just passed 100,000 wishlists on Steam.This is an incredible milestone for our team. When we started working on Backrooms Lost Runners, we never imagined we would reach a number like this.From the whole team, we want to say thank you for believing in our project, supporting us, and waiting for the game. Your support means a lot to us and motivates us to keep pushing forward.Thank you for being with us. - Backrooms Lost Runners Team

• Backrooms Lost Runners DEV-BLOG №1 - 21 April 2026

  Backrooms Lost Runners Has Become Bigger, Deeper, and More DangerousGreetings, researchers and runners of Backrooms Lost Runners.We want to share how the game is shaping up as we approach release.Backrooms Lost Runners is currently in its pre-release stage, and during development the project has become much larger, deeper, and more насыщенным than before. We did not simply expand the demo - we seriously reworked the core of the game, added new content, strengthened the atmosphere, updated the structure of the levels, and made the overall experience much more varied.Here is what awaits you in the full version:an expanded Level 0a new Level 1 - “Habitable Zone”Epsilon Campa crafting systema fully reworked and improved combat systemnew enemy AInew enemies, including Smiler, Bacteria, and one more secret enemyquests and quest itemsnew story progression with unexpected twistsa new boss fight…

• Thank you! Peak of 954 players on January 10 - 11 January 2026

  Hi, Runners.Thank you to everyone who jumped into Backrooms: Lost Runners - you gave us an incredible gift: on January 10, we reached a peak concurrent player count of 954.We’re truly grateful for your interest, your feedback, and your support. It means a lot to the team and helps us make the game stronger.Below are two screenshots that give a small glimpse of what’s coming next:There’s a lot more content ahead - we’re saving the juiciest parts for the game itself, so you can experience them firsthand instead of reading about them in posts.Thank you for being with us. See you in the Backrooms.

• Demo updated: Localization Update + Improved Climbing - 28 October 2025

  What’s New in This Update We have expanded localization support and improved several gameplay elements to make the experience more comfortable and intuitive for everyone. Supported Languages • Chinese (Simplified) • Chinese (Traditional) • Czech • English • French • German • Italian • Japanese • Korean • Polish • Portuguese (Brazil) • Russian • Spanish • Spanish (Latin America) • Turkish • Ukrainian • Vietnamese If you notice any translation errors or text display issues, please send a report using the built-in bug reporter by pressing F1. Your feedback helps us improve localization quality faster. Other Improvements • Updated climbing mechanic You can now climb even with zero stamina, though stamina will still be consumed when available. • Reworked ledge-grabbing input Hold the Spacebar to grab the edge and pull yourself up. • Translation fixes Various incorrect or awkward phrases have…

• Demo updated — reviews are now enabled - 22 October 2025

  Demo updated — you can now leave a review! Hello, everyone! We’ve updated the Backrooms: Lost Runners demo page — reviews are now enabled. Your feedback helps us prioritize fixes and improve the game. What to write about: 1–2 sentences with your overall impression: atmosphere, was it scary, how did the co-op feel. Was the game’s performance comfortable/smooth? Suggestions for improvements. How to leave a review: Open the demo’s Steam store page → click "Write a review" → share your experience. Even a few lines help a lot. Backrooms Lost Runners Demo We read every review and ship updates regularly. Thank you for supporting Backrooms: Lost Runners!

• [DEMO PATCH] Crash fix: light detection stability - 13 October 2025

  Demo Patch — Crash fix in light detection What’s fixed Fixed a crash that could occur near lamps while the game calculates light levels (point/spot/directional lights). Added extra safety checks for destroyed or streamed-out light components. General stability improvements. How to update Update the Demo build via Steam as usual. Still crashing? Please send the in-game crash report and tell us where it happened, or write in our Discord. This helps us fix issues faster. Thanks for playing the demo and for your wishlists!

• Demo is live — Play now - 12 October 2025

  What’s in the demo1–4+ player co-op (solo supported)A focused slice of Level 0 with objectives and explorationUnique entities, tense audio cues, cinematic momentsTypical session length: 50–70 minutesHow to play togetherDownload the demo from our Steam page.Host a lobby → invite friends via the Steam overlay.Stick together, share items, and watch your surroundings.TipsSettings are adjustable in-game; choose what’s comfortable for your PC.Tell us what you thinkPost feedback/bugs in the Community Hub.If you enjoy the demo, add the full game to your wishlist — it helps us a lot!

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