# Baldi's Basics® Classic

> The original version of Baldi's Basics® - A horror, edutainment parody game

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.BasicallyGames.BaldisBasicsClassic](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.BasicallyGames.BaldisBasicsClassic)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.BasicallyGames.BaldisBasicsClassic`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Basically, Games!
- **Category:** GAME\_STRATEGY
- **Downloads:** 54,818,274
- **Rating:** 4.16 / 5 (206,545 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.4.4
- **Last updated:** 2025-10-29
- **First published:** 2019-12-16
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 42 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-05
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.BasicallyGames.BaldisBasicsClassic)
- **Website:** [http://www.basicallygames.com](http://www.basicallygames.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.basicallygames.com/classic-privacy-policy.html](https://www.basicallygames.com/classic-privacy-policy.html)

## Description

Baldi's Basics® Classic is the official port of the original meta-horror edutainment parody inspired by creepy 90s educational games. The objective is deceptively simple: collect seven notebooks and escape the school — but Baldi won't make it easy. Learn the layout, use items and allies to your advantage, and develop strategies to outsmart Baldi as his speed ramps up.

The extension includes Story and Endless modes, touch-screen and controller support, and customizable options. Story mode tasks you with collecting seven notebooks and escaping, while Endless mode challenges you to see how many notebooks you can gather before being caught. Perfect for fans of retro horror, indie games, and tense, strategy-driven gameplay.

## Rankings

- #2,804 — Overall
- #63 — Game strategy (Free)

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.INTERNET`

## Review summary

The reviews largely praise Baldi’s Basics Classic as a nostalgic, fun and challenging horror-tinged game with strong replay value and a cult classic status. Players appreciate its strategic notebook-collection gameplay and tense Baldi pursuit. However, the game is notably difficult for newcomers, can frustrate with restarts, and its scary tone may be unsuitable for some kids. Some users also dislike the retro visuals and its non-educational nature, though these aspects are embraced by those who enjoy the experience.

### Pros

- Nostalgia and classic status; widely loved as a Baldi’s Basics classic.
- Fun, engaging experience with a horror-tinged vibe that many find entertaining (not strictly educational).
- High difficulty with strategic depth and tense pacing that rewards planning and quick thinking.
- Strong replay value and potential for mods/community content.
- Appeals to long-time fans and families, with positive mentions of enduring appeal and birthday-verified nostalgia.

### Cons

- Very difficult for beginners due to Baldi's speed and detention mechanics.
- Progress can be frustrating due to restarts or accidental loss of notebooks.
- Horror content may be too intense or not suitable for kids, triggering parental warnings.
- Retro/limited graphics are viewed as weak by some reviewers.
- Not educational (or not intended as an educational game), which some players see as a drawback depending on expectations.

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