Key takeaways
The Asylum at a glance
- Free to play on Roblox — up to 20 players per server; optional in-game purchases may apply.
- Developed by johnpcps.
- 7-day popularity peak on Oct 15, 2026; heat score 10/100.
- Players are mostly looking up walkthrough, game passes and co-op.
What is The Asylum?
The Asylum is a co-op horror game on Roblox by johnpcps. The game page reads: “Game Powered by Eagle Studios . If the game doesn't teleport you in a minute, you are reminded to reset and try again.”
About the game: Chapter 1 - You are an explorer, you are going to explore an abandoned asylum. Chapter 2 - There is another building near the asylum - what awaits? Owner - Johnpcps Co-Builders - BubbleGuestHD, DuckLaser185 Scripter - Johnpcps Sponsor - 999BlackShadow Tags: Horror, Abandoned, Lost, Mystery, Spooky, Terror, Scary, Creepy, Before Truth.
The Asylum is made by johnpcps. The experience went live on May 23, 2020 and has logged 69M visits. On Roblox, servers hold up to 20 players, 546K players have favorited it and 82% of ratings are positive. It is free to join; optional game passes or items may be sold for Robux. Modes on record: servers of up to 20 players and co-op with friends.
Its 7-day popularity index topped out on Oct 15, 2026. Players are mostly looking up walkthrough, game passes and co-op.
The Asylum screenshots & media
2 official screenshots. Select an image to enlarge it.
Gameplay mechanics & features
Core loop
Explore an abandoned asylum → build near the asylum. That cycle, taken from the developer's own description, is what a typical session of The Asylum looks like.
Modes
Servers of up to 20 players and co-op with friends. Every server is shared with other players.
Controls & platforms
Plays through the Roblox app on PC, Mac, phones, tablets and Xbox (the developer decides which devices are enabled).
Store & community tags: Adventure, Story, Horror, Co-op
Latest news, release & update tracker
- Release status
- Live
- Release date
- May 23, 2020
- Access
- Live on Roblox
- Latest update
- Updated on Roblox Sep 28, 2025
- Added
- Oct 20, 2026
- AddedThe Asylum added to gee.wiki
Coverage opened with official store links, gameplay breakdown and beginner tips.
- Popularity peakPopularity index peaked at 89/100
Its 7-day popularity index topped out on Oct 15, 2026.
- Game updateUpdated on Roblox
The developer pushed a new version of the experience. It now counts 69M visits.
- Went liveWent live on Roblox
Dates are UTC. We add patch notes here as soon as the developer publishes them.
Where to play
The Asylum runs inside Roblox, so it is free to start on any device the Roblox app supports. Open it from the official link below rather than search results, where look-alike copies often appear.
Community & official links
Official channels
Community wikis (fan-made, unofficial)
Creator videos
No creator video numbers on record yet for The Asylum — new games usually pick up coverage within days of breaking out.
How to play: beginner tips
- Check what each game pass does before buying; many are convenience-only.
- Check the game page and in-game menu for a Codes or Rewards button — new Roblox games often hand out free boosts in their first weeks.
- Learn one safe route before exploring; panic-running is how most runs end.
- Split roles with friends — one scout, one builder, one fighter — instead of all doing the same job.
About codes: We do not republish code lists we cannot verify. Working The Asylum codes are announced by the developer — check the game's Roblox description, its official community group and in-game update boards. Codes are usually case-sensitive and expire without notice.
Genres, platforms & tags
- Platform
- Roblox
- Status & momentum
- New & notableLive
- Player topics
- WalkthroughGame PassesCo-op
- Play modes
- Servers of up to 20 playersCo-op with friends
- Store tags
- AdventureStoryHorrorCo-op
7-day popularity & player activity
Over the past seven days, the popularity index for The Asylum moved from 60 to 56 on a 0–100 scale, peaking on Oct 15, 2026. Week over week that is a -10% shift in momentum. Added to gee.wiki on Oct 20, 2026.
View daily values as a table
| Day | Popularity index (0–100) |
|---|---|
| Wed Oct 14 | 60 |
| Thu Oct 15 | 63 |
| Fri Oct 16 | 59 |
| Sat Oct 17 | 60 |
| Sun Oct 18 | 60 |
| Mon Oct 19 | 59 |
| Tue Oct 20 | 56 |
The Asylum FAQ
What is The Asylum?
The Asylum is a co-op horror game on Roblox by johnpcps. The experience went live on May 23, 2020 and has logged 69M visits. It is tagged Adventure, Story and Horror.
Is The Asylum free?
Yes. The Asylum is free to play on Roblox — you only need a free Roblox account. Like most Roblox games it may sell optional game passes or in-game items with Robux; none are required to start playing.
Is The Asylum out yet?
The Asylum is live on Roblox and first went live on May 23, 2020. The developer last updated it on Sep 28, 2025.
Can I play The Asylum with friends?
Yes. The modes on record are servers of up to 20 players and co-op with friends. Invite friends from the Roblox app to join the same server.
Who made The Asylum?
The Asylum is developed by johnpcps.
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