- Unseen Liminality areas of interest: 22 hidden POIs spread across revamped levels
- Core objective: Discover all POIs to unlock the Explorer badge
- Hazard awareness: The Pitfalls room can instantly kill you if you fall in
- Lore connections: Many POIs reference Kane Parsons' Backrooms series and the Backrooms film
- Tracking system: A notification and sound effect trigger upon each new discovery
Understanding Points of Interest (POIs)
Points of Interest (POIs) are minor explorable areas scattered throughout the game. They are not full levels but rather unique rooms and zones that players can discover. Once you find a POI, your Points of Interest meter increases. Finding all 22 POIs in the revamped version rewards you with the Explorer badge.
Some sub-levels also count as POIs. Additionally, several POIs double as Picture Spots, allowing you to complete two objectives simultaneously.
The game originally launched with 18 Legacy POIs. After the Overhaul Update (V2.0), the system was completely revamped, introducing 21 POIs. A subsequent V2.01 update expanded The Sun Room, bringing the total to the current 22 POIs.
| POI Category | Total Count | Reward System |
|---|---|---|
| The Lobby POIs | 14 | Explorer Badge Progress |
| Poolrooms POIs | 4 | Explorer Badge Progress |
| Sublevels POIs | 4 | Explorer Badge Progress |
| Total Current POIs | 22 | Explorer Badge |
| Legacy POIs (Removed) | 18 | Discontinued |
The Lobby Areas of Interest
The Lobby contains the highest concentration of POIs in the game, with 14 unique areas to discover. Many of these are direct references to the Backrooms film and Kane Parsons' web series.
The Throne Room
- Small room with a throne chair
- Tiled floor strip
- Based on the Backrooms film
The Christmas Tree Room
- Large area with holiday decorations
- Contains false houses
- Home to The Caroler entity
The Vertigo Room
- Disorienting architecture
- Connected to The Neighborhood
- Visual illusion area
The Neighborhood
- Dark walls mimicking nighttime suburbia
- Fake houses line the walls
- Streets and sidewalks on floor
The Pitfalls
- Symmetrically placed square holes
- Falling causes instant death
- Based on Kane Parsons' series
The East Oval Room
- Features the original Backrooms image
- Iconic liminal space
- Must-visit for lore fans
The Pitfalls room contains square holes in the floor that lead to instant death. Navigate carefully and watch your step. This is one of the most dangerous POIs to reach.
Additional Lobby POIs
Beyond the main highlighted areas, The Lobby contains several smaller points of interest that are easier to locate but still require thorough exploration.
| POI Name | Description | Reference Source |
|---|---|---|
| The Dining Room | Kitchen/dining area inside a house structure near Cap'n Clark's | Backrooms film |
| The Caveman Cutout | Cutout with wires playing Voyager Golden Record audio | Backrooms film |
| The Arch Area | Room with orange-brown planks and arches | Original design |
| The Repeating Power Lines | Trio of power lines sinking into ground | Original design |
| The House | House-like structure in The Lobby | Original design |
| The Television | TV playing Lobby footage with Mandarin "No Signal" text | Kane Parsons' series |
| The Inverted Stop Sign Room | Dark room with a backwards stop sign | Backrooms film |
| The Sun Room | Orange-lit area with Poolrooms-style tiles and sun paintings | Original design |
| The Mural Area | Mural depicting Cap'n Clark and other elements | Backrooms film |
The Television POI displays Mandarin text reading "No Signal" during malfunctions. This references an upcoming episode in Kane Parsons' Backrooms series that appeared in a special edition of the feature film.
Poolrooms and Sublevel POIs
The Poolrooms and Sublevels contain 8 additional POIs that round out the full collection. These areas shift the aesthetic from the Lobby's office-like atmosphere to more surreal environments.
Poolrooms Points of Interest
| POI Name | Key Features | Location Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Angel Statue | Central statue in a pool | Main Poolrooms area |
| The Glowing Pool | Radioactive green glow, turtle float | Distinctive visual landmark |
| The Giant Pool Room | Massive scale, pool on lower floor | Multi-level architecture |
| The Beach Room | Heavy beach theme | Wooden Poolrooms section |
The Beach Room is specifically located in the Wooden Poolrooms section. Make sure to explore this sub-area thoroughly, as it can be easy to miss when navigating the main Poolrooms corridors.
Sublevel Points of Interest
Sublevels function as hybrid areas that count toward both level progression and POI discovery.
Cap'n Clark's Unseen Empire
- Wide furniture store layout
- Scattered furniture pieces
- Home to Cap'n Clark entity
- Lower floor has white room with backwards stop sign
The End
- Small library structure
- Evenly placed fluorescent lights
- Empty bookshelves
- Minimalist liminal aesthetic
Step-by-Step POI Discovery Route
To maximize efficiency when hunting all 22 POIs, follow a systematic route through each level. This approach minimizes backtracking and ensures no area is missed.
Sweep The Lobby Thoroughly
Start with The Lobby since it contains 14 of the 22 POIs. Begin at the entrance and work outward systematically. Prioritize safe areas first, leaving The Pitfalls for last to avoid early deaths. Check every doorway and passage, as many POIs are tucked behind house-like structures.
Enter Cap'n Clark's Unseen Empire
From The Lobby, locate the entrance to Cap'n Clark's Unseen Empire near the dining area structure. Explore both the main furniture store floor and the lower floor. The lower floor is a small white room containing additional furniture and a backwards stop sign.
Navigate to The End
Find the entrance to The End sublevel. This small library area is straightforward but easy to overlook. Confirm the POI notification triggers upon entry, then return to the main Lobby to access the Poolrooms.
Explore All Poolrooms Sections
Systematically sweep the main Poolrooms and the Wooden Poolrooms. Locate the Angel Statue and The Glowing Pool first, then find The Giant Pool Room. Finish with The Beach Room in the Wooden Poolrooms section.
Verify Explorer Badge Unlock
After discovering all 22 POIs, confirm the Explorer badge has been awarded. Check your Points of Interest meter to ensure it reads fully complete. If any POIs were missed, retrace your steps through each level.
Listen for the audio cue that plays whenever you discover a new POI. This distinct sound effect confirms your discovery has been registered, so you can move on without second-guessing.
Explorer Badge Checklist
All 22 POI Discovery Tracker:
- The Throne Room (Lobby)
- The Christmas Tree Room (Lobby)
- The Dining Room (Lobby)
- The Vertigo Room (Lobby)
- The Neighborhood (Lobby)
- The Caveman Cutout (Lobby)
- The Arch Area (Lobby)
- The Repeating Power Lines (Lobby)
- The House (Lobby)
- The Television (Lobby)
- The Inverted Stop Sign Room (Lobby)
- The East Oval Room (Lobby)
- The Sun Room (Lobby)
- The Pitfalls (Lobby)
- The Mural Area (Lobby)
- Angel Statue (Poolrooms)
- The Glowing Pool (Poolrooms)
- The Giant Pool Room (Poolrooms)
- The Beach Room (Poolrooms)
- Cap'n Clark's Unseen Empire (Sublevel)
- Lower Floor of Cap'n Clark's (Sublevel)
- The End (Sublevel)
Tips, Hazards, and Legacy POIs
Successfully finding all Unseen Liminality areas of interest requires awareness of environmental hazards and knowledge of what changed between game versions.
The Legacy version of the game had 18 unique POIs that were completely removed during the Overhaul Update. If you are looking for old POI locations from guides prior to V2.0, they no longer exist in the current game.
Key Exploration Tips
| Tip Category | Details | Priority Level |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Awareness | Listen for the POI discovery sound effect | High |
| Entity Caution | The Caroler guards The Christmas Tree Room | Medium |
| Entity Caution | Cap'n Clark roams the Unseen Empire | High |
| Environmental Hazard | The Pitfalls cause instant death | Critical |
| Visual Landmarks | The Glowing Pool's green glow is visible from distance | Low |
| Hidden Areas | The Beach Room is in Wooden Poolrooms section | Medium |
Several POIs also function as Picture Spots. When you discover a POI that doubles as a Picture Spot, take advantage of the opportunity to complete both objectives in one visit.
Reference Sources for POI Lore
Many POIs draw direct inspiration from external Backrooms media. Understanding these references enhances the exploration experience.
| POI | Inspiration Source | Connection Type |
|---|---|---|
| The Throne Room | Backrooms film | Direct recreation |
| The Christmas Tree Room | Backrooms film | Based on film area |
| The Dining Room | Backrooms film | Room recreation |
| The Caveman Cutout | Backrooms film | Object reference |
| The Television | Kane Parsons' Backrooms | Upcoming episode reference |
| The Neighborhood | Kane Parsons' Backrooms | Area inspiration |
| The Pitfalls | Kane Parsons' Backrooms | Scene recreation |
| The Mural Area | Backrooms film | Mural depiction |
| Cap'n Clark's Empire | Backrooms film | Important location |
| The Inverted Stop Sign | Backrooms film | Prop reference |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are Unseen Liminality areas of interest?
Areas of interest, or POIs, are 22 minor explorable rooms and zones scattered throughout the game. They are not full levels but unique areas that players can discover to fill their POI meter and earn the Explorer badge.
Q: How many POIs are in the current version of the game?
There are currently 22 POIs in the revamped version. The game launched with 21 POIs in V2.0, but the V2.01 update expanded The Sun Room, adding one more to bring the total to 22.
Q: What happens if I fall into The Pitfalls?
Falling into one of the square holes in The Pitfalls room results in instant death. This is one of the most dangerous POIs to navigate, so exercise extreme caution when attempting to discover it.
Q: Do Legacy POIs still count toward the Explorer badge?
No, the 18 Legacy POIs were removed during the Overhaul Update and no longer exist in the game. Only the 22 current POIs in the revamped version count toward the Explorer badge.
Q: Are there entities guarding any POIs?
Yes, The Caroler resides in The Christmas Tree Room, and Cap'n Clark can be found in Cap'n Clark's Unseen Empire. Exercise caution when exploring these areas.