So I got lost in the POOLROOMS..

Welcome to Dreamcore, a game where we get to experience the multiple levels of the backrooms in all of their liminal glory. Today, we explore the Poolrooms.
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[@PlayerOne.StartGame]

At this point if Ryan went into the backrooms he'd be completely unfazed.

[@DestoroyahDread]

He got scared by an elevator:/

[@JoyFoster-ub7yc]

Imagine/j

[@DerangedPacman]

this seems like its gonna become the most liked comment in the future

[@triggakilla39]

​@@DerangedPacmanfr

[@thatanimegirlwiththecape4807]

Nah i think he d be like "yo this is dope" and then he d get teary eyes as soon as he realizes how serious the situation is

[@OfDream8811]

This game is very different from the others, The way Ryan was acting is actually how you’d act in the backrooms yourself like for example at 23:34 how he “went insane a little” because there is nothing for you to do but walk around and explore ( and also 26:49 “do / done nothing”. I also found it quite funny how he got so exited over a flashlight, it really shows what being in the backrooms would do to you.

[@PlayerOne.StartGame]

Love when liminal games don't actually have monsters but play with your head. Psychological horror is hard to get right.

[@captainjames4649]

This game does not do it right considering I feel absolutely nothing

[@AtomicFlounder42]

It's very hard to do a good horror game without any monsters, because as the player, you're no longer scared as soon as you realize that nothing can actually hurt your progress, just jump scare you

[@lindseywilliams3857]

A

[@premiumsushiroll]

​@@AtomicFlounder42true but you shouldnt overuse them either or it will start to feel ridiculous and dumb rather than scary. I think there should be fewer but more efective jumpscares. I've seen so many games that get that wrong and they just turn out boring and repetitive

[@AtomicFlounder42]

@@premiumsushiroll the problem with a "good" horror game is the massively wide variety of reactions people have to being scared. For some people, incessant jumpscares are what keeps them on edge, for others, it's the creepy vibe of the game, or any other number of things. I belive monsters are an integral part, but there can't be too many, then it crosses from scary to just ragey and hard, for me atleast. With No monsters, no stakes, it's hard to be scared of a game when I know nothing is going to get me

[@Nazukio]

Just imagine someone builds this Pool Area in the real world. A huge waterpark that makes you feel like you're in the backrooms.

[@goldensuzaku]

The only problem would be too many people. Maybe you could rent it for a bit to get the experience...

[@Nazukio]

@@goldensuzaku I mean, if you really build that gigantic...

[@askeleton2136]

furry

[@Nazukio]

@@askeleton2136 Kryptid 😉

[@Meartistthegodofdarkness]

that would be amazing

[@DragonfireSL]

This game is incredible. The Backrooms don’t need some monster chasing after you, they just exist. The sheer uncanny feeling I get from something which should be comforting, fun even, turned into a warped monstrosity is chilling for me, and this game seems to execute that perfectly. That room with the giant arches with the vaulted ceiling and it disappearing into the distant darkness is so good.

[@sarahhasan2345]

GUYS WHO LOVES 8 BIT RYAN!?

[@ritvikmishra8388]

Meh

[@sandygutier271]

Me

[@ARandomChristianGuy]

Me

[@Teriyaki420]

Yes?

[@acidclorox753]

me

[@AdamMerlin]

The slew of emotions Ryan went through. I feel like the game creator did it on purpose, he was so upset of same room syndrome that when it changed in that small danger door he felt uncomfortable. Some might say, DISCOMBOBULATED

[@rayogaamingfr]

Bro, I swear. If I were with my friends, stuck in the poolrooms, we would be litterally goofing around

[@mikaylacarroll9882]

No literally, like it looks so fun 🤣

[@rayogaamingfr]

​@@mikaylacarroll9882I know💀😭

[@HorrorFuse]

Literary we would make jokes instead of beating it and end up jumping off and land in the water breaking our necks at one point 😂

[@sigilkoreconnoisseur]

yes, my first instinct when getting lost in an unfamiliar environment with potential threats is 'goofing off'

[@rayogaamingfr]

​@@sigilkoreconnoisseurThat would be me. The jokester in serious situations

[@Kaybuh23]

Ryan's intros always feel like a fever dream but I love it

[@Hemophobia-]

Honestly just watching this video is pure torture for me, i have an intense fear of liminal spaces and even more of empty pools

[@jude9907]

Fear or discomfort? I'm curious

[@Hemophobia-]

@@jude9907 I'm very uncomfortable seeing and being in vast empty spaces, it gives me a lot of anxiety and I feel the need to always look around me

[@giokspa3913]

​@@Hemophobia-the looking around thing is pretty normal, some anxiety isn't anything rare either

[@theheartbreaker830]

I love that the backrooms are still getting attention. I unfortunately came into the fandom quite late, but i love these types of videos

[@EDL_433]

Graphics are astoundingly well done in these back rooms games

[@jkterjters]

10:34 unironically great life advice

[@sonnybryan3925]

I'm pretty sure the hexagonal drawing Ryan saw was of an SCP which when placed into a room would make the inside a larger space then what is possible, kinda like the tardis but infinitely expanding the room beyond the physical limits, TLDR: tardisinator hexagonal shape me thinks

[@troyburgess2355]

the monster looks like that one arg about mental health, the artist incorporated real movements and photos with the art and animation style and it looks really cool. i think its like verbois? boisvert? something like that? id appreciate it if someone told me the title my youtube isn't recommending it to me.

[@YourBestBudFlowey]

I've always found the poolrooms beautiful, calming & nostalgic. I'll be honest I'd love to explore something like it in real life. It would be so peaceful. The soothing sound of flowing water, the refreshing smell of chlorine, the squeaky clean surfaces. If I had a couple friends with me & supplies to last a few days it would be an incredible experience.

[@sig3ldunc4nI]

I’ve been holding off watching this until ya dropped it and you didn’t disappoint Ryan. Thanks buddy! Killin it as always.

[@TheSonicFan194]

I imagine the entities have pool parties and are having a real blast in the poolrooms when there’s no humans in the backrooms. Also, I think the reason why entities attack humans is simply because the humans are kind of invading their personal space. I mean, for the entities, the backrooms is basically their home. It’s where they live, just like how Earth(the frontrooms) is home to us humans. It’s kind of understandable why the anomalies would be aggressive; they’re mad because we’re entering their home without their consent. But…it’s not like we have much control, unless you’re Async, going in and exploring. Us humans basically just clip through unintentionally. Please don’t hate on me for this.

[@nocallerid360]

I don't think anything as viscous as the entities are "having a blast."

[@3pggd828]

The Backrooms is consistently a recurring theme I love to watch. It’s almost the same as FNAF as my favorite universe.

[@Bawkbasoup]

omg I just played this today and liked it even though it felt pretty empty, also they took the one creature out in a recent update 😅 was fun watching you check it out!

[@8BitRyan]

Whaaaat they removed the one living thing from the game?? 😭 Glad you enjoyed man, was watching the stream yesterday and managed to catch you playing it too!

[@RougeMephilesClone]

Considering the difference in time and that it's still a demo, there's a good shot it was moved deeper in the full game... or it was removed, because that thing is based directly on something from a viral video series. Or because the developer actually didn't want a monster- you know what, I'm reserving judgement till it's out.

[@stephaniehill2330]

Bro i love your vids!!

[@stephaniehill2330]

@@8BitRyan Luv your vids too!! you make me really happy and cry my eyes out from laughing to much Lol

[@sig3ldunc4nI]

I love the massive free roam aspect of the game. Trust us you don’t have to speed through certain parts of the game. The atmosphere of the backrooms imo are what makes them so terrifying. You don’t need an entity at every turn for it to be a good game. I think this dev knocked it outta the park.

[@Hungarian_Boi]

Hey, playtester here, yeah i'm the one who asked for the 18 slides at 22:30 but the builders said they were all out of slides cuz all of it ended up in the poolrooms so they just built stairs instead, but still, Money well spent.

[@JP_...__.__.._]

I'll never get tired of backrooms content from KZbinrs

[@Shaders_]

At 4:44, I smiled when Ryan got scared because of the beep:)

[@thegalaxyrooms]

The Backrooms content is still amazing I love the different kinds there are ❤

[@thehvanddino-weaponshow1337]

9:56 Ryan just glitched there

[@ramennoodle2085]

Love your videos man, discovered you back in 2020 and never stopped watching you since!

[@Veno.vz1]

Thank you so much ryan this made my night really relaxing and comforting ❤

[@kimshawwrites]

Always thankful for Ryan being here to cheer me up, whenever my mental health is dwindling ❤

[@rocketbhoom]

this game looks amazing! hope ryan'll play more of its levels when they come out in the future

[@unusualstudioofficial]

This video is insane, I love his style of editing and this is actually making me want to learn how to edit like him

[@MorePancake]

Love the videos Ryan keep up the great work

[@lourdespachla6516]

I just entered the dreampools and... can someone tell me WHY IS THERE SO MANY 8-BITRYAN PORTRAITS EVERYWERE?!?!

[@Wickeeddd]

I really hope this man never gives up on youtube unless he starts a family, keep up the good work Ryan, you're amazing! ❤

[@wildgamer336]

Nice content Ryan I hope to see your channel grow in the future🤗

[@itzbongoman]

W video as always Ryan always pulls up with straight heat

[@hegamingbestgamers110]

this video represents perfectly of the possible outcome of liminal horror. Ryan slowly descends into madness, and immediately makes everything hilarious, and oddly terrifying at the same time.

[@ameess_]

ryan being scared of a sound effect is so real

[@starralina0224]

I'm happy you did a upload today!😊💖 I was busy all day yesterday with me and my newborn appointments that it was draining the energy out if me😧😖 But watching your videos makes my day!😊👍🏽 Keep up the Amazing work Ryan!!!!!! Forever will be a fan!😍💖😁❤

[@MorningLamb]

Eyyy Ryan!! Love your videos 💕💕 keep it up! :D

[@s0ftweb0982]

why do i imagine Ryan trying to record a backrooms video one day and then he noclips into the backrooms instead

[@cvmflation]

4k hd ultra high quality backrooms experience

[@tezuku]

i really appreciate it that Ryan keeps us entertained even tho nothing is happening in the game. That's why I love his content. He's a great guy

[@gleandonlexford]

Hello kind sir

[@tezuku]

@@gleandonlexford Hi, kind sir How are you?

[@MurtyLive]

yooo early love ur vids and frequent uploads! never seems to get bored.

[@pamelawilliams3797]

Wow I'm already overwhelmed and uncomfortable I'm not evening playing 🤣. You truly can become confuse and lost very quickly. I also think that was the point, I think the game was to make you lose it altogether mentally and emotionally eventually. It was definitely messing with Ryan psychological 🤣

[@majsing_xd1032]

after coming back to Ryan's videos 3 or 4 months ago after having not watching for a while was one of the best decisions I've made cuz now im addicted and haven't been able to stop watching his videos 🙄

[@ARDO_Sy]

I dont think I'd see Ryan get jumpscared by elevators, yet here we are

[@luther8287]

I love Ryan so much I love his energy him and Cory are my favorite I would love to see them Collab their energy is both unmatched 😭 ❤️

[@Mamatried100]

Let's go another video. I love your videos, bro keep it up, man.🎉🎉🎉😂😂😂❤❤❤❤❤

[@Rainy_Playz]

He never disappoints us with his AMAZING content.

[@thebear2950]

Npc

[@Juan2Steezy]

​@@thebear2950🤡🤡

[@scubajoe3321]

​@@thebear2950🤓

[@kokocoke4948]

Bot u only like to watch Friday funkin night idk Edit i meant you play friday funkin night oops.

[@Rainy_Playz]

Friday Night Funkin is still on top bruh. Plus I like the way they put beeps and boops to form a song.

[@DRIFTSTIX]

Thankyou Ryan for giving me the courage to start my own channel.I've learned how to edit videos from watching you and Coryxkenshin❤! Thankyou for making Content 😊

[@winonajohnson3349]

Ryan, I just want to take a moment to thank you for all that you do; in sickness and in health, you're still here making quality content for the masses. I've been subscribed for years and always come back to your channel now and again, but recently your channel has been such a comfort zone for me (the humor, the longer less edited videos, censoring the profanity in the games you play). So, I just wanted to say, Thank you. ❤

[@user-me6mz4ee8y]

man ryan uploading everyday (almost) must be hard especially when they are this good

[@kamikazekeg9203]

I'm always so surprised at the amount of likes he gets after posting so soon. He deserves so much more and he's one of the only youtubers I like the videos of for support ❤❤

[@UTCM..]

i might consider playing this game looks interesting :) keep up the good work man!

[@omegadragons321]

the real thing to consider is whether your computer will be able to handle running it /j

[@UTCM..]

I mean yeah i do have a computer to handle it but i dont use it very often @@omegadragons321

[@leelathapa9914]

I love ur vids keep it up oh and nice editing skill ❤❤

[@SpaceBread_]

Be honest here, other than coryxkenshin, Ryan probably have the best intro in whole of youtube

[@332shardulchavanke6]

Well look whose back with 'back-room' content

[@silverfox9004]

I love this kind of environment! endless, abandoned, ominous clean indoor pool with parts that don't make sense.

[@Kusexxshowtime]

A new Ryan Backrooms video? Hell, I’m hyped!

[@Roystbit]

I am a playtester for the game, and this is just the demo. Glad you played it, we are so happy. Believe it or not, you just played a fraction of the first level, which is unfinished. Thanks for playing the game!

[@omegadragons321]

it looks amazing!! can it be played using a potato (edit: it genuinely looks amazing, im saying i cant afford a computer lol)

[@pajana4869]

was crying alone about how bad today was for me but suddenly you posted this video just made my day better (it’s night btw here) thank you ryan, i’m new here actually but i enjoy every video of yours

[@stzy9666]

same here brother hope youre doing okay ❤

[@CourtneyShumpert]

Hope you're ok ❤🙏

[@trille_boi]

Dream pools are so calming to me i just love it

[@GrayscaleStudios7]

My favorite video from you in a while

[@KingnobodyNothing]

You know it will be a good day when 8bit uploads

[@zaclash1313]

the smiley face ball that was next to the stairwell at 18:15 actually scared me like it just stares at you

[@gamingbonnie1444]

You know its gonna be an great day when 8 bitryan posts

[@monkey6-onlinegaming126]

Watching Ryan's videos In the morning gives me the best feeling

[@classicnightbloom0177]

I’m excited 😃 this is going to be awesome to watch 3:04 I love how you can go so many ways in that game 4:45 it was funny a little bit when you got scared a little by the elevator 5:21 if I every tried playing the game or explore it in real life IF it had been real I would have gotten lost 🤣 6:54 noticed sometime in the window right, couldn’t tell if it was a shadow or like creature or if it was just nothing :/ 9:45 I have no idea what that’s supposed to be 😂 11:00 I would have gotten distracted and tried exploring everything and forget where to go :) 20:00 hm interesting how some areas are a bit different, like the top. Or so 23:32 that was a little funny, and yes anyone who reads this, this is long and I don’t care. 24:33 huh wonder where’s the flashlight is 24:50 Nvm :) 26:36 I saw the you pass it from the top with the windows, I don’t think you passed it at the bottom area before unless it was a part that was cut out. 28:26 nice. 29:55 :) 30:49 some kinda of entity nice 31:05 hmm wonder if that’s what I saw in the window earlier but maybe not 🧐 32:02, I like both exploring and stuff, it’s interesting if it would be both but it’s cool if it’s separate like ones just exploring and the other where someone actually does something with it and you see entities or enemies a lot

[@LotionBottle428]

Bro you say this every video

[@classicnightbloom0177]

@@LotionBottle428 because I’m always excited to watch his videos :) you can’t blame me for that. I just love watching his and other videos

[@CuzRuns]

​@@LotionBottle428They're just taking notes. I kinda like it

[@TheHollowGuy]

And lo, since I love Ryan's videos so much, I spent a literal hour and a half writing this story of my take on The Poolrooms, and for the jokes including the most horror games played in a day and the most games completed without getting jumpscared YOUR WELCOME lmao XD - *Once upon a time in a quiet suburban neighborhood, there lived a young man named Ryan, known in the gaming world as "8-bit Ryan." He had earned his nickname for being one of the best gamers in existence. His life revolved around pixels, virtual adventures, and the thrill of conquering challenging games. His room was a treasure trove of gaming memorabilia, with posters of iconic characters adorning the walls and a powerful gaming PC taking center stage on his desk. One gloomy Saturday afternoon, with rain pattering against his window, Ryan decided to dive into a new gaming experience. He had recently acquired a mysterious gaming PC from a garage sale hosted by an enigmatic old man in his neighborhood. The moment he had laid eyes on the peculiar computer, he felt an odd sensation, as if someone was watching him from afar. However, he brushed aside those eerie feelings, attributing them to his overactive imagination. Sitting down in his gaming chair, Ryan fired up the unusual PC, eagerly anticipating a thrilling new adventure. As the screen came to life, it emitted an eerie, flickering light, casting a shadowy, unsettling atmosphere in his room. His jaw dropped, and his heart raced as he began to remember the strange atmosphere of that garage sale. The old man had been intensely watching him as he picked up the PC, and his piercing eyes had sent shivers down his spine. Before Ryan could ponder further, his hands inexplicably started to pixelate. Panic surged through him as he let out a blood-curdling shriek of astonishment. It was as though his body was disintegrating into a sea of digital fragments. Desperation engulfed him, but he couldn't stop it. In an instant, he was pulled into the flickering abyss of the PC, which then shut off abruptly. Suddenly, Ryan found himself in a world unlike any other. He stood in a realm that resembled the backrooms, a place of liminal spaces and eerie transitions. The surroundings were filled with muted colors, and the landscapes were surreal, as if he had been transported into a digital nightmare. A sign in the distance read "Backrooms: Level 999," and he realized with terror that he had become trapped in this eerie, endless maze. This was not a game, but a nightmare incarnate. Ryan's heart pounded as he navigated through endless hallways, each one indistinguishable from the last. The walls seemed to pulse with a sickly green light, casting eerie shadows that played tricks on his mind. As he ventured deeper into the backrooms, the sense of isolation and dread grew with every step. He couldn't help but think of the old man from the garage sale. Had he known the true nature of the PC he had sold to Ryan? Was this some kind of twisted prank, or had he stumbled upon a malevolent force beyond his comprehension? With each passing moment, Ryan's hope dwindled. He had no weapons, no allies, and no clear path to escape. Every corner he turned, every door he opened, only led to more of the same endless, monotonous corridors. And then, in the darkest depths of the backrooms, he encountered it - the entity itself. It was a monstrous, shifting mass of shadows and glitched pixels, a grotesque amalgamation of all his fears and nightmares. The entity seemed to feed on his terror, growing larger and more menacing with every passing second. In a moment of sheer desperation, Ryan did the only thing he could think of - he faced the entity head-on. With a shout of defiance, he charged towards the eldritch horror, his determination outweighing his fear. The entity recoiled, as if surprised by his audacity. The battle that ensued was unlike anything Ryan had ever experienced. It was a battle of wills, a test of his courage and resolve. He dodged glitched projectiles, outmaneuvered the entity's shifting forms, and fought back with every ounce of strength in his pixelated body. As the battle raged on, Ryan felt a strange connection with the entity. It was as if he could see into its very core, its vulnerability hidden beneath the glitches and darkness. With one final, decisive strike, he struck at the heart of the entity, causing it to unravel and dissolve into a cascade of digital fragments. The backrooms around him began to glitch and distort, and the flickering light grew more intense. With one final surge of energy, Ryan was sucked out of the backrooms and back into reality. He lay on the floor of his room, panting and covered in sweat. The peculiar gaming PC sat before him, its screen dark. With a trembling hand, he powered off the computer and unplugged it. He had returned from a digital nightmare, and the old man's mysterious PC was finally silent. From that day on, 8-bit Ryan's gaming experiences took on a whole new level of intensity. He had lived to tell the tale of his harrowing adventure in the backrooms, a story he would never forget. As he continued to play, he couldn't help but wonder about the enigmatic old man and the origins of that haunted gaming PC. One thing was for sure - he had a newfound respect for the power of pixels and the games that had once been his escape, now a thrilling, high-stakes reality. And as for the old man, Ryan couldn't shake the feeling that he had encountered a force far beyond the realm of ordinary gaming - a force that had tested his skills, his courage, and his very existence* . And there it is lol, I hope no 6 year olds read this, or they may never be the same again lol, but apart from that, hope you enjoyed the story, and if you are wondering yes I am an author lol, I am writing a story called long may they stand with 37,000 words atm, AND EVERYONE KNOWS THAT AUTHORS GAME 23 hours a day lmao XD 💀💀💀

[@HyruleJen]

👏

[@TheHollowGuy]

@@HyruleJen Thanks for thy greatest applause lmao XD ;D 💀💀💀

[@cloak4487]

Thank you, you help me go trough my day.

[@jacobware1912]

There’s actually 3 types of entities; the watching pool noodles, the smiling faces and that black thing

[@s9cxbtw40]

Can we just appreciate the amount of time and effort Ryan puts in for our entertainment

[@nexusclonenumber2147]

to anyone reading: have a nice day/night

[@ninjuexe5692]

Yet another banger, thanks bro

[@MRTOM-gh9pk]

This guy makes high-quality videos that are very long and he uploads a lot of them I need time to keep up

[@williampanduro5949]

Nice video!!!!!!!!!

[@winxclubfangirl5227]

I would rather be in a swimming house than the backrooms any day 😂

[@ChipstaMate]

Love your videos man.

[@TheDarkAether115]

REPLAY - A SHADOW OVER FREDDY'S -!!! Also love your vids man!

''What the hell is this room?'' *Famous last words before disaster*

[@iamthexgaming]

I think we can all agree that Ryan always finds his way to the backrooms / pool rooms. 😮😅

[@Storm-jq2qy]

these edits man, there so good

[@toysvilltvstudios2.072]

I LOVE the environment in this game. It's strangely tranquil and peaceful to me. ^^

[@dundee420]

Let's all appreciate the effort he puts in these videos ❤

[@DrippingCat]

Will do

[@max_the_lucky4313]

🤖

[@dundee420]

@max_the_lucky4313 not a 🤖🥰

[@max_the_lucky4313]

@@dundee420 🤓☝️

[@CoronileZr]

​@@dundee420are you sure?

[@ValenQpr]

YOOOOOOO!!!!! thx so much for playing my game!!! 💙

[@KaraCon]

Prove it if that is your game

[@Totally_a_normal_fish]

No way it actually the real dev

[@rice8107]

Bro is not the dev 😭

[@daddydevito3924]

You know it's gonna be a perfect day when Ryan uploads :)

[@kryptixGD]

I love how in the intro of the vid, he just casually dances to “all you are going to want to do is get back there”

[@V4RealEngine-98.MPG1]

First 😊

[@dr.leadbetter1315]

Congratulations you are first!

[@NotANamekian]

The actual first comment tho.

[@V4RealEngine-98.MPG1]

Wait was I first-

[@Jaafan]

Congrats

[@V4RealEngine-98.MPG1]

Thank you guys!

[@alisonsoifer4191]

Love watching your content

[@skepticalgamer3610]

Weird note that backroom games gives us a rough idea on how scary it is and how backroom world is just you and the thought of something behind the dark and your thought as you just aimlessly wander with the hope and idea of getting out of this place and back to your home which the backroom exploits

[@LiamFritsch]

No matter what kinda video he makes I always enjoy it

[@lasterent]

These videos are always amazing imo Also pls play the mimic again it got a really big update

[@greenbolt5391]

I love the backrooms videos Ryan does

[@aperta_fox]

I just found this video and it uas two things i LOVE 8bitryan tick and the poolrooms tick that 3:22 could be a warning of the hydrolitis plague a bacterium in the water that can infect those who submerge themselves in the lukewarm water to relax

[@spaceanimal6557]

Nice got your hair redyed, keep up the great work

[@clurtzy]

Ryan always makes videos on good games I've never heard of bruh

[@mrsnakeboy195]

So Ryan (big fan) the point of a game with no objective is the accomplishment you feel when you beat the game or complete an objective like you felt games employ this strategy like eldin ring just clearing things up great video by the way

[@sonicgoku1229]

8 Bit Ryan is the goat and one of my favorite KZbinrs also he is hilarious

[@MikeyIsVeryLame]

bro listen, i really loved your minecraft series. When it ended, it felt like i had lost everything. I would really appreciate if you would bring it back. I found your youtube channel a very long time ago. Maybe about 7 years ago. i was 9 back then. Please if you have time or if you can pls bring back the series.

[@jackwhatsup]

Man i love his horror videos