To the Basement. Before

A cool 2D action adventure with intense battles, a variety of weapons, and dynamic levels. Active gameplay and a 90s vibe.

Minimalist game with precise flying controls, energy management, and obstacle stages, offering little story but challenging gameplay. This game is a prequel to “To The Basement” and begins just a few minutes earlier. However, since both titles have very little story, you do not need to play the first one beforehand. Both games feature minimalistic art and limited use of color, along with decent chiptune inspired music and easy to understand gameplay. Because the protagonist is different from the first game, the gameplay has changed as well, although not drastically. This time you play as a robot equipped with a propeller underneath that allows it to fly. Since you can only fly straight up, you must rotate the robot to change its orientation and move in the desired direction. Releasing the fly button will make the robot fall. If you rotate toward the ground or fly too fast, a very useful button stabilizes you to your upward position. The main element carried over from the previous game is the energy system. Your energy level decreases every time you press the fly button, and batteries can be collected to restore part of it. When batteries are not available, you must use recharge…

To the Basement. Before is a gripping indie horror experience with strong atmosphere, smart pacing, and subtle storytelling that constantly builds tension, making every moment feel uneasy, mysterious, and emotionally engaging from start to finish.

The game is very interesting and well-developed. At first, it seemed like some kind of garbage and a copy of Undertale, but the game has its own style and atmosphere. I definitely don't regret buying it. Honestly, I'm not a big fan of this genre, but since I enjoyed it, I think fans of such games will definitely like it too.

To the Basement. Before is a creepy indie horror gem that catches the tension from the first minute! You play as a survivalist, descend into gloomy dungeons, solve clever puzzles and dodge shadows in real time. Retro pixel graphics with flickering lights and sound design heighten paranoia perfectly - without screamers, pure horror. The controls are clear, and replayability is high thanks to branches and secrets. I love plot hints. 9/10, for fans of Limbo and Inside must-play!

Flying the drone through dark, broken corridors feels tense but fair, and the special vision mechanic adds a cool twist instead of cheap difficulty. The pacing is solid, bosses are fun to figure out, and the atmosphere does a great job setting up the story. it feels focused, a bit stressful in a good way, and very satisfying once you get into the flow.. 6.5/10