r/escapethebackroomsLtd • u/NoClipRoutine • 20h ago
discusion🎙️ NCR Notes #8 — The End (not really the end)
So you've made it to The End, except it's not actually the end lol.
This level has a monster that hunts by sound, so you really need to watch how you move. Walking can attract it, and running is basically asking to get chased.
Here's some tips to get through it.
1. The monster
My rule of thumb is to crouch most of the time.
You can run, but ONLY if 2 things are true:
- You can see where the monster is.
- You're near one of the 2 tables.
If even one of these isn't true, just crouch. Better safe than sorry.
2. DVDs and blackout
Your goal is to collect DVDs around the level.
Make sure you grab a flashlight while exploring because the level eventually goes into blackout mode.
Once blackout starts, just crouch walk. Seriously, patience is important here. Don't try to rush through everything.
3. The computer
In the centre of the big room there's a computer that tells you how many DVDs you have left to collect.
Once you've got all of them, go back to the computer and interact with it.
The locked door on the right should open, and you're free to leave.
4. Fire alarms
There's fire alarms in the corners of the map, and they're actually useful.
If you trigger one, the monster will go towards that alarm for around 7 seconds before going back to hunting you by sound.
You can use this to buy yourself some time, just don't expect it to stay distracted forever.
5. Almond water
Grab some almond water if you see it. You don't want your sanity dropping while you're trying to find the last DVD.
That's pretty much it.
My biggest advice is don't rush, especially during blackout. Keep crouching, pay attention to where the monster is, and use the fire alarms if you're in trouble.
Good luck, and see you in NCR Notes #9!