Update history
Updated June 23, 2026 · Verified for v1.3.2
Every major Escape the Backrooms update, newest first — from the 1.0 full release through the console launch and the latest bug-fix patches. Codes and routes on this site are re-checked against the current build (v1.3.2).
1.3.2
Bug fixesJune 15, 2026- Second bug-fix patch after the console launch.
- Fixed a crash that hit after idling in The Hub for a long time.
- Fixed a crash when you cancelled joining a session whose host had already left.
- Temporarily removed the ping display from the lobby list.
- Fixed platform player icons showing incorrectly, and instant transitions when joining by room code.
- Fixed game hangs on loading screens.
1.3.1
Bug fixesJune 5, 2026- First bug-fix patch after the May 28 console launch (build 3597).
- Fixed losing voice chat after a random amount of time or when moving between levels.
- General multiplayer and voice-comms stability fixes.
1.3 — Console Release
PlatformsMay 28, 2026- Launched on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, and added to Xbox Game Pass.
- Full cross-platform matchmaking via Epic Online Services — no Epic account sign-in needed.
- Added lobby codes for private and public lobbies, with an option to hide the code so randoms can't join.
1.1 — Winter Wanderer
CosmeticsWinter 2025- Added an outfit picker on the main menu.
- 11 new player outfits: eight festive-themed, plus red, blue and green versions of the default Wanderer suit.
- A Lunar New Year cosmetic set followed in early 2026.
1.0 — Full Release
Major updateOctober 23, 2025- Left Early Access — the full game, with well over 50 environments in total.
- Four new levels: Overgrowth, The Bunker, The Grassrooms and Level 974.
- Added alternate endings to unlock after you beat the main ending.
- Added Mission Select, so you can pick a mission from the Hub lobby.
- Reworked visuals and models for items, the player character and the entities.
- Expanded existing levels with new surprises and detail.
Sources: the developer's official patch notes on the Steam news page for Escape the Backrooms, cross-checked against the community update log. We rewrite the notes in our own words and don't reproduce any copyrighted text. Spot something out of date? Tell us on the contact page.