The gaming world has been shaken by the unexpected rise of Escape the Backrooms, a game based on the popular creepypasta, to the top of the PS5 charts in the US and Europe. This indie horror game has surpassed sales of major titles, including 007 First Light, thanks in part to the buzz generated by the recent film adaptation of the Backrooms story.

This sudden surge in popularity has left many in the gaming industry surprised, as Escape the Backrooms has managed to outsell new releases on the PS Store for the month of June 2026. The game's success can be attributed to the massive following of the Backrooms creepypasta, which has been a staple of internet horror culture for years.

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  • Escape the Backrooms has become the best-selling PS5 game in the US and Europe for June 2026
  • The game's success can be attributed to the recent film adaptation of the Backrooms story
  • Escape the Backrooms has outsold major titles, including 007 First Light, on the PS Store
  • The game's indie horror genre has resonated with fans of the creepypasta
  • The Backrooms creepypasta has been a staple of internet horror culture for years

Source: Push Square