This is the PERFECT LIMINAL/ BACKROOMS game..

Welcome to POOLS, a liminal experience inspired by Jared Pikes Poolrooms. This game did an amazing job in making me feel endlessly terrified and like something was watching me.. But was there ever anyone or was it just all in my head?

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[ivon]

What I like about rewinding is that it does it before anything bad happens to you. Often times it's self-explanitory, like falling into the pit. But when it comes to dark places... You know that something horrible is in that pitch black corridor, and it does kill you. But you can't see what it is, and what exactly happens when it sees you. It's a great mechanic.

[mister_matt]

Now THIS is a ''walking simulator'' done right - minimal actual gameplay or mechanics to support a proper psychological horror experience. I love the unique aesthetic and chilling vibes of this iteration of the 'backrooms' subgenre, the sound design and hyperrealistic lighting really sells it.

Also, congratulations on 4 million subscribers Ryan! Its a joy to see this channel continually growing and thriving, here's to many more happy years on YouTube!

[imatiredpotato]

This game is actually probably my favourite backrooms game of all time because it doesn't have monsters that you can see. Instead, it uses sounds and objects like the rubber ducks/statues to make you imagine things and it makes you very paranoid and uncomfortable which is the best kinda horror in my opinion.

[frik]

11:59 i like how he's scared of finding a monster even though the game description says "No monsters chasing you or jumping towards at your screen, but the game can feel oppressive at times by invoking fears of getting lost, the dark, tight spaces and outwordly architecture. Liminal spaces, inspired by backrooms."

[WompWomp]

I love how creative this thumbnail is. Can't wait to watch.

[UsernameDoesntCare]

>you can sit on a chair
>IN A BACKROOMS GAME
10/10

[FredbonFilms]

"Enough chilling, I think the monsters are trying to do the killing" 22:21

HELL YEAH THOSE ARE BARS

[hertzburst]

Congratulations on 4 million Ryan! Thank you for everything that you do, I've followed your channel for nearly 2 years and while my life has been really hectic during that timespan, your videos really helped keep me going! I can't express enough gratitude to you for what you do!

[Blazingstudios]

This trend has lasted for a surprisingly long time

[Aquazyl]

59:40
after reversing the audio, i couldn't really make anything out, but it sounds like lighthearted banter between two voices, there's a bit of chuckling and at the tail end i heard what sounded like "happy birthday", so the theory of childhood memories may hold some ground

[trishschamont]

Now THIS! THIS is what a backrooms game is supposed to be! Nothing chasing you, no creepy monsters lurking in the shadows, no real threat... Just you, alone in a surreal environment that feels so familiar, yet not like anything you have ever seen before. It's unsettling, it makes your skin crawl, it feels as if there is something watching you, waiting... but there is in fact, nothing at all. You. Are. Alone

[VenusianSanctuary]

Btw the ducks in the water follow you. They turn around to look at you! …SLOWLY! I’ve played this 3 times just to look for Easter eggs and weird areas I missed.

[MSKED]

I saw a small preview of this game earlier with a certain monster in it and it looked amazing.
Also that thumbnail is absolutely representative of the Pools

[AnnatigerReturn]

The WHOLE ENTIRE time I was watching this, I WAS WAITING FOR THAT SNAKE HUMAN-FACED MONSTER TO SHOW UP! To then have a different Poolrooms game to be that one with the I feel so dumb.

[bmbsaway]

We made it to 4 mil im beyond proud to say I’ve followed Ryan for this very long journey and I’m proud to say I can’t wait going down the road to 5, 000, 000.

I remember when I first discovered Ryan 10 years ago while him and baz made 8BitGaming. They both went on and continued content together while also going on their own and still to this day I do miss the content together. I’m beyond happy to say this 10 year journey was well worth being here and I’m happy to say I will keep following this road and loving the content he does.

Thank you for everything Ryan. Thank you for the many laughs the many screaming and the many videos you’ve provided us. I know one day you’ll retire from YouTube and it will be a sad day but you’ll always live in our memories with your many videos and many laughs.

[ReeceConnor.]

OH MY GOD ANOTHER BACKROOMS GAME THIS YEAR HAS LITERALLY BEEN THE YEAR FOR BACKROOMS GAMES

[ErrorNumber]

This is genuinely one of the most beautiful games I’ve ever seen. Massive kudos to the dev(s) for unlocking my inner psyche with these fantastically designed areas.

[Kebwawb]

Before I even watch the video mad mad props to the thumbnail dude the style it goes for nails it and really popped out as soon as I saw it. Great stuff as always Ryan

[Lewisswwel]

Much appreciate and love the longer unedited vides. Makes the mood feel much more immersive and eerie.

[Provakeject]

Not revealing any jumpscares in the intro like this video is the way to go in my opinion, great video as always