Baldi's Basics

Baldi's Basics flips the typical educational game on its head, wrapping simple arithmetic in a layer of psychological horror. You play as a student trapped in a bizarre school where collecting notebooks is the only route to escape. Each correct answer keeps Baldi satisfied, but one wrong move sends him into a frenzy, turning the hallways into a high-stakes game of cat and mouse. The game's deliberately crude graphics and cheerful sound effects clash with its tense atmosphere, creating an experience that is equal parts unsettling and strangely funny. As you explore, you'll encounter a cast of oddballs—from a Principal who catches rule-breakers to a talking ruler that causes chaos. Items scattered around the school can give you an edge, whether it's slowing Baldi down or silencing your footsteps. The goal is simple: grab all seven notebooks and reach the exit before your sanity runs out. With a retro aesthetic that masks its deeper creepiness, Baldi's Basics keeps players on edge from the first bell to the final door.