Baldi's Basics

Baldi’s Basics is a unique and engaging game that seamlessly blends educational elements with a chilling horror experience. Released in 2018 by indie game developer Micah McGonigal, the game has garnered a loyal fan base, largely due to its quirky mix of educational content and unexpected scare moments.

How to play Baldi's Basics

Baldi’s Basics is an educational game designed to teach subjects like math and spelling. However, Baldi’s Basics changes things up with a creepy atmosphere that keeps players on their toes. The mechanics of the game are inspired by educational games of the 90s, but the horror elements add an element of surprise that keeps the game fresh and exciting. The combination of these two seemingly incompatible genres—education and horror—makes Baldi’s Basics an unforgettable experience.

Here’s a breakdown of the main mechanics:

Math Problem Solving: You must answer a series of questions in each class to collect notebooks. Incorrect answers will trigger Baldi’s rage and speed up his pursuit.

School Exploration: The game takes place in a school with many rooms and hallways. As you collect notebooks, you must navigate through different areas while avoiding Baldi and other characters.

Inventory System: As you collect items throughout the game, you must use them wisely. Items like the “Zesty Bar” or “Lock” can help you escape or defeat other characters, such as The Bully or Playtime.

Escaping the School: Once you have collected all the notebooks, the final challenge is to escape the school. The task requires careful timing and efficient navigation through the complex layout of the school while avoiding various obstacles and characters.

Tips & Strategies for Surviving Baldi's School

Know When to Run: Know when to sprint through the hallways and when to walk.

Use Items Wisely: Knowing the properties and using them will help you get through the challenges faster. Some items can be used to slow down or block other characters, giving you time to escape or solve problems.

Stay Calm: Stopping panicking can lead to mistakes, which will only make the situation worse.

Plan your path: Know what you are doing, know where the next notebook is, and pay attention to the school layout. Avoid dead ends and always think of an escape route.

Baldi's Basics brings a great combination of educational content and a horror atmosphere.

Try another horror game: Backrooms.