Backseat

Backseat

Released Sep 2026

A psychological taxi horror game where every passenger may be dangerous. Drive through the night, question criminals, read their behavior, hack for clues, and survive each ride to save your kidnapped wife.

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Steam $9.99
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Evaluation

Backseat launched on September 9, 2026. Since release, HOGO Games has published two bug fix hotfixes on launch day (September 9, 2026) and a more substantial patch on September 17, 2026 (Update 1.1.0) that improved navigation, driving feel, GPS reliability, performance, and localization across multiple languages. The developer's note in that update — "We're continuing to improve the experience based on your reports and suggestions" — signals ongoing post-launch attention, but does not announce any new story content, expansions, or DLC beyond continued stability improvements. The only DLC listed is a playtest entry with no content of its own. The game launched just 11 days ago, making it too early to judge whether the developer plans additional content beyond the launch package.
Evidence
Update 1.1.0 shipped 8 days after launch with navigation, driving, stability, and localization improvements. Developer states they are continuing to improve based on player feedback.
news post · Sep 17, 2026 source development ongoing
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Launch-day hotfix addressing a bug in the finale, indicating active post-release support.
news post · Sep 9, 2026 source development ongoing
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Content

1 of 1 released · no outstanding content
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Details

Developer
Publisher
HOGO Games
Achievements
18
Platform
Windows
Controller
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Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player

About this game

Your wife has been kidnapped. To get her back, you must obey BK26: pick up dangerous strangers at night, learn what they know, and avoid giving them a reason to kill you.

Drive the wrong people through the night

Killers, thieves, fraudsters and unstable strangers sit behind you. Listen closely, watch their behavior, and uncover what they are hiding before the ride turns deadly.

Question without provoking them

Use your logbook to profile each passenger. Ask carefully, choose your words, and gather clues without pushing a dangerous person too far.

Hack for the answer that keeps you alive

Use your computer to search databases, dig through the deep web, and find critical information—maybe even how to defuse the bomb under your car.

Survive each ride

Complete BK26's missions: Deliver passengers, send your notes, and follow the trail toward your wife.
Wrong move, fatal ride: Inside the taxi or outside it, one mistake can end the night.

Decide your fate

Obey BK26, look for another way out, and decide how much you are willing to risk. You are not driving for money. You are driving for your family.

Last evaluated Sep 20, 2026
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