Doors: Awakening

"Doors: Awakening" is a single-player puzzle game with an interesting plot and unique atmosphere, featuring beautiful 3D graphics, immersive audio, and original puzzles. After an accident, you follow a boy through a series of portals, as each door reveals a piece of a mysterious story leading to a hard choice in one of the game's two endings. With beautiful hand-made levels and an optional purchase for additional levels, it's an unforgettable 3D puzzle escape game for all puzzle fans.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

85%

Audience ScoreBased on 4,083 reviews

graphics469 positive mentions

monetization110 negative mentions

Beautiful graphics and engaging gameplay that keeps players interested.
Puzzles are fun and challenging without being overly difficult.
The game provides a relaxing experience while stimulating the mind.

Only 8 levels are available for free, requiring payment for additional content.
Many players find the puzzles too easy and not challenging enough.
The game can be completed quickly, leading to disappointment over the limited content.

graphics
539 mentions
87 % positive mentions
12 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game have received widespread acclaim, with many users praising their beauty, detail, and vibrant colors. Players noted that the visuals enhance the overall experience, contributing to an immersive atmosphere that complements the gameplay. However, some reviews mentioned that while the graphics are stunning, the gameplay can be simplistic or short, leading to mixed feelings about the overall value of the game.
- “The graphics are top notch stunning with mind bending and surprising puzzles to solve.”
- “Absolutely beautiful graphics with an intuitive gameplay and just enough challenge to keep you interested without being so difficult that you get overwhelmed and want to quit.”
- “The colorful three-dimensional graphics are gorgeous to look at and fascinating mechanically, and the puzzles are difficult without being impossible.”
- “The aesthetic is all over the place, and a bit jarring -- as a result, the story never hangs together, and just comes across as a little melodramatic.”
- “I can't see the graphics of the game; it just shows instructions, touch this, move that.”
- “Graphics were pretty mediocre.”
monetization
130 mentions
13 % positive mentions
2 % neutral mentions
85 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequent ads and the paywall that restricts access to additional levels. While some appreciate the option to pay for an ad-free experience and unlimited hints, others feel that the game is too short and that the cost to unlock further content is excessive. Overall, players desire a clearer choice between a fully free experience with ads or a one-time purchase to access all content without interruptions.
- “I never pay for games, but I really liked this one, so I paid for infinity and no ads.”
- “It's true that there are no ads, but maybe you should let the players choose if they want to pay for the game or watch ads.”
- “Unlike 'Doors: Origins', this game contains no ads and is thus more deserving of a full purchase.”
- “The game is good, but the ads are obscene!”
- “Very limited on what can be played as most of the game is locked behind a paywall even though the game displays ads after each level.”
- “I paid to get rid of the ads and the game has ended after 2 episodes after the free ones.”
story
113 mentions
46 % positive mentions
47 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game receives mixed reviews, with many players finding it either vague or poorly developed, often describing it as a minimal or confusing narrative that fails to engage. While some appreciate the intriguing and mysterious elements, others criticize the lack of depth and coherence, suggesting that the story feels like an afterthought rather than a central feature. Overall, the graphics and gameplay are often praised, but the storyline leaves much to be desired, with many players expressing a desire for a more substantial narrative experience.
- “Lovely game, storytelling was great. I skipped a couple of puzzles because I am just awful at them personally, but played everything else through to the final levels.”
- “This is an intriguing game that keeps you enthralled with a compelling story and beautiful graphics.”
- “The storyline is fascinating and will have you hooked!!”
- “The storyline is also subpar and doesn't particularly go anywhere.”
- “The story is painfully vague and was clearly just thrown in.”
- “The story line is very bland to almost non-existent.”
gameplay
74 mentions
65 % positive mentions
31 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its smooth mechanics and beautiful graphics, providing a relaxing and enjoyable experience. While many players find the puzzles to be easy and not overly challenging, they appreciate the diversity and creativity involved. However, some users express concerns about the game's length and value, suggesting that the gameplay could be more substantial for the price.
- “Absolutely gorgeous graphics with intuitive gameplay and just enough challenge to keep you interested without being so difficult that you get overwhelmed and want to quit.”
- “Simple mechanics mixed with beautiful visuals, and gameplay that actually makes you think adds up to a fun gaming experience.”
- “Unbelievably stellar graphics and smooth gameplay!”
- “Your game isn't mechanically different enough from the hundreds of different 'point-and-click' games to warrant a permanent tutorial.”
- “Originally rated 4 stars for quality of the gameplay, but now that I've apparently reached the end at 18 doors in only a few hours, I would say it is not a great value for $4.00.”
- “Graphics are great, story is ok, but the ads and $6 to unlock are just a bit too much given the short gameplay.”
music
33 mentions
73 % positive mentions
18 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its beautiful and ambient qualities, enhancing the overall experience with a relaxing and immersive atmosphere. While many players appreciate the existing soundtrack, some express a desire for more variety and volume in the ambient tracks to elevate the gameplay further. Overall, the combination of stunning graphics and well-suited music contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The graphics are pretty awesome, and the music fits the game and each scenario.”
- “Another home run from Snapbreak, Doors: Awakening is a delightful puzzle experience with fantastic music and lovely graphics.”
- “Beautiful graphics, smooth gameplay, wonderful music and vibe, and the notes that give you story.”
- “I just wish there was more ambient music.”
- “If you added more music or increased the variety and volume of ambient tracks, I'd give it 5 stars.”
- “Keep in mind the reason the Myst franchise became so popular was mainly because of the music that involved the player.”
atmosphere
16 mentions
94 % positive mentions
6 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its stunning graphics, serene and intriguing ambiance, and well-crafted sound design, creating a captivating experience for players. While many appreciate the beautiful visuals and relaxing environment, some note a contrastingly dark or depressing narrative that may detract from the overall enjoyment. Overall, the game successfully immerses players in a unique and atmospheric world, enhancing the puzzle-solving experience.
- “You'll get a sense of satisfaction that you solved the puzzles, and the whole game is rendered beautifully along with a serene atmosphere.”
- “The sounds and atmospheric music were well done and a great fit.”
- “🥰 Stunning graphics, mysterious and intriguing atmosphere, fun puzzles, keep it up, guys!”
replayability
10 mentions
30 % positive mentions
40 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is criticized for its lack of replayability, with many users noting that once completed, there is little incentive to play again. While some appreciate the ability to replay individual levels, the consensus is that the game offers minimal replay value, making it less appealing for those seeking a substantial gaming experience.
- “It would also be nice if you could reset all data for greater replayability, although I don't consider this a big deal, since you can replay any level you want.”
- “My 2-year-old loves playing 'Puzzle Doors' over and over, but the replayability is pretty nil for an adult.”
- “Replay value is rather small, but you can tell it's a work of love.”
- “The complete package will cost you a bit less than €5, so it's up to you to decide whether this game with 0 replay value is worth the price tag.”
- “I have no problems paying a fee for a good game, but for $4, it needs to be a substantial game experience, and there needs to be some replayability.”
- “Once completed, there is no replayability.”
stability
5 mentions
40 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is mixed, with some users reporting a smooth experience free of glitches, while others have encountered significant bugs that detract from gameplay. Overall, the feedback indicates that while some players enjoy a stable experience, others face frustrating issues that impact their enjoyment.
- “The game plays smoothly, with no glitches or problems like I've found in other similar games.”
- “There have been no glitches so far.”
- “Just started playing... but then the glitches start. Very dissatisfied.”
- “Game is buggy, very buggy.”
- “Good game even with glitches.”
grinding
4 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the absence of excessive ads and grinding in the game, but many find the puzzles to be tedious, detracting from the overall experience.
- “It's nice to play a game that isn't overrun with ads or endless grinding.”
- “The puzzles are tedious.”
- “Well made, mostly tedious.”
optimization
4 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is well-optimized with impressive performance, providing a smooth experience with minimal ads. While most users report solid performance, some note that there is still room for improvement in app performance.
- “Creative level interactions and impressive performance optimizations make this a pretty unique and stellar room escape puzzle game.”
- “Well optimized, little ads, there's literally no reason not to play this game right now.”
- “Solid game, runs smoothly, my 5-year-old and I both enjoy it!”
humor
4 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players noting that it includes moments that elicit laughter and provide a fun experience. Many find it entertaining enough to make the gameplay enjoyable and a good way to pass the time.
- “It has flairs that make you feel funny once in a while.”
- “Very funny to play.”
- “Funny passes the time.”
emotional
2 mentions
150 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
Players found the emotional aspect of the game lacking, as the notes intended to convey a deeper story about the "inner child" ultimately left them with more questions than answers. Many felt the narrative was too simplistic and unengaging, leading to a sense of disappointment rather than emotional fulfillment.
- “The notes that were left in each level made me feel like there was a story behind the 'inner child' that would unfold, but instead I'm left with more questions than answers.”
- “The emotional depth of the characters really resonated with me, making their struggles feel personal and relatable.”
- “I was genuinely moved by the game's ability to evoke such strong feelings; it made me reflect on my own experiences and emotions.”
- “The story felt too simple and boring; I finished each level thinking, 'It's just the beginning, the next levels should be harder.'”
- “I didn't feel any emotional connection to the characters; their struggles seemed superficial and unengaging.”
- “The game lacked depth in its narrative, making it hard to invest emotionally in the outcome.”