Where to play Escape the Backrooms
Updated June 23, 2026 · Verified for v1.3.2
Escape the Backrooms is out on PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. The consoles joined on May 28, 2026, the Xbox version is on Game Pass, and every platform shares full cross-play — so you can squad up no matter what your friends are on.
Price: $12.99 / £9.99 / €12.99 on consoles · on Steam for PC · free on Xbox Game Pass.
Co-op: Solo or online co-op for up to 4 players, with full cross-play.
Latest patch: v1.3.2 (June 15, 2026) — bug fixes and multiplayer stability, no level or code changes.
Platform FAQ
Is Escape the Backrooms on PS5?
Yes. Escape the Backrooms launched on PlayStation 5 on May 28, 2026, alongside the Xbox Series X|S version. It has full cross-play with PC and Xbox.
Is Escape the Backrooms on Xbox?
Yes — it's on Xbox Series X|S as of May 28, 2026, and it's included with Xbox Game Pass, so you can play it at no extra cost if you're a member.
Is Escape the Backrooms on Game Pass?
Yes. The Xbox Series X|S version is part of Xbox Game Pass. If your subscription is active you can download and play the full game without buying it separately.
Does Escape the Backrooms have cross-play?
Yes. The console releases feature full cross-platform play with each other and with PC, so PS5, Xbox and Steam players can all be in the same co-op session.
Is Escape the Backrooms on Nintendo Switch?
No. As of June 2026 there is no Nintendo Switch version. The game is available on PC (Steam), PS5 and Xbox Series X|S only.
How much does Escape the Backrooms cost?
The console standard price is $12.99 / £9.99 / €12.99, and it's on Xbox Game Pass. On PC it's sold through Steam. It is not a free game.
Is Escape the Backrooms co-op? How many players?
Yes. You can play solo or in online co-op with up to four players total. Everyone on the team has to reach each exit alive to move on.