Doors: Origins

About

"Doors: Origins" is a puzzle game that offers an intriguing story and delightful game mechanics. Players escape through unique doors in an atmospheric 3D setting, accompanied by amazing visuals and awesome music. However, be prepared for a high volume of advertisements. Overall, it's a 3D puzzle game that challenges players to explore and unlock doors in an immersive world.

Genres & Tags

Puzzle

Play Modes

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

89%

Audience ScoreBased on 4,528 reviews

graphics491 positive mentions

monetization106 negative mentions

The game features excellent graphics and a beautiful design that enhances the overall experience.
The puzzles are engaging and provide a good challenge without being overly difficult.
The game is smooth and responsive, making it enjoyable to play even on lower-end devices.

The game is too short, with only 8 free levels before requiring payment for additional content.
Hints often point to obvious solutions, which can be frustrating for players seeking more guidance.
There are frequent ads between levels, which can disrupt the flow of gameplay.

graphics
582 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
84%
15%
1%
The graphics in the game are consistently praised for their beauty, creativity, and detail, with many users describing them as stunning, colorful, and immersive. Players appreciate the smooth animations and artistic design, which enhance the overall gameplay experience. However, some reviewers express frustration over the limited free content, suggesting that while the graphics are impressive, the game may not offer enough value without additional paid levels.
- “The graphics are stunningly beautiful.”
- “Incredible graphics, awesome realistic experience and 3D effects.”
- “The graphics are beautifully done and clear to see how the parts work or don't until you achieve the correct combination.”
- “The one star is just for the graphics and mechanics; the puzzles are stupidly easy, and having to watch an ad after every level that has boosted sound, even if your game sound is off, the ads have the highest possible sound your phone can achieve. Imagine playing this game before sleeping and every 5 minutes your neighbors wake up because of those stupid ads. Not recommended.”
- “There is a low graphics settings option, but I think all it does is lower the frame rate and causes it to feel laggy.”
- “I would have expected more from a game with so much put into the graphics.”
monetization
131 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
3%
81%
The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the combination of ads and paywalls. While some appreciate the option to pay for an ad-free experience and additional levels, others feel that the presence of ads after every level, despite having paid for the game, is a significant drawback. Overall, players are divided on whether the pricing is justified given the limited free content and the frequent interruptions from ads.
- “I don't mind paying, and that's relatively cheap comparatively, plus no ads too!”
- “$1/hr of play with no ads is my gold standard.”
- “Great puzzles, respectful level of in-game ads, and no harsh monetization.”
- “Considering that you already have to pay for the full game, it's very annoying that you have to suffer ads in the base package.”
- “There's a complete paywall after 8 levels, which makes the ads even more annoying because they're going to get people's money anyway.”
- “Not cool to pay for an app and still get ads.”
gameplay
61 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
62%
33%
5%
The gameplay is generally praised for its beautiful graphics, smooth mechanics, and engaging puzzles, though many users express frustration with the short length of free content and the presence of paywalls. While some find the puzzles enjoyable and creatively designed, others criticize them for being too easy and lacking challenge, especially after initial levels. Overall, the game offers a visually stunning experience with solid mechanics, but the monetization strategy and limited gameplay duration are common points of contention.
- “But it's a beautifully made game; smoothly mechanized, incredibly detailed yet simple design and gameplay.”
- “Excellent gameplay and challenging, but not impossible puzzles.”
- “Great visuals and game mechanics.”
- “If you want my money, then beautiful graphics aren't enough; I want sustainable, long-term gameplay, too.”
- “The one star is just for the graphics and mechanics; the puzzles are stupidly easy, and having to watch an ad after every level that has boosted sound, even if your game sound is off, the ads have the highest possible sound your phone can achieve. Imagine playing this game before sleeping and every 5 minutes your neighbors wake up because of those stupid ads. Not recommended.”
- “It's great for a little bit, but then the paywall comes. I can stand the ads, but the paywall is a little much; $5 USD is absurd for only like another hour or two of gameplay, and besides the fact that the puzzles can be easy.”
story
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
52%
10%
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its compelling and mysterious elements, while others find it lacking cohesion and depth. Many appreciate the intriguing plot and the integration of mini-stories through collectibles, but some criticize it for being overly pessimistic or nonsensical. Overall, while the graphics and puzzles are well-received, there is a common desire for a more engaging and cohesive narrative throughout the game.
- “The mini story that comes from collecting scrolls as you pass through the levels is deep and thought-provoking.”
- “Another excellent puzzle room game with gorgeous dioramas, inventive transforming environments, great interactivity, fun settings, and an actual story with a nice epilogue.”
- “I absolutely love these escape games; they're so good and creative, and there's a story behind every level that I love.”
- “The only other thing that this game could benefit from is a bit of story or cohesion.”
- “The story was pretty pessimistic and preachy.”
- “The storyline trended toward nonsensical and I started ignoring the scrolls about halfway through.”
music
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
43%
11%
The music in the game is widely praised for its atmospheric and soothing qualities, enhancing the overall experience while solving puzzles. Many players appreciate the ambient soundtrack, which complements the visuals and creates a relaxing environment, although some express frustration over the inability to play their own music simultaneously. Overall, the combination of engaging sound effects and pleasant music contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The clink and clacking of the machinery along with the dreamlike background music are seamless and satisfying.”
- “Pleasant and engaging ambient music soundtrack to listen to as you stimulate and engage your brain while you discover clues and unravel the mysteries and secrets about the doors and their creator.”
- “Lovely puzzle, enjoy the soothing music and solving the various parts to get through the next door.”
- “I enjoy listening to audiobooks on my phone while playing games but unable to do that even if I turn sound and music off in the app.”
- “Tried playing on the way to work and it overrides my music.”
- “Game is intriguing too bad no music unless I'm missing something.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by its interactive elements, particularly the comedic act of throwing objects off puzzle platforms, which players find amusing and entertaining. Overall, the game successfully combines beauty with humor, creating a delightful experience.
- “I appreciate the interactive nature of it, and I find some humor in throwing objects off the edge of the puzzle platforms.”
- “Not until after I rated, but that's just a really funny coincidence.”
- “That's hilarious!”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised, with users highlighting the immersive music and sound effects, such as the sounds of gears and doors, which enhance the overall experience. The atmosphere is often compared to that of "Myst," contributing to a captivating and engaging environment that complements the gameplay.
- “The music is very atmospheric too.”
- “I really like the sound of the gears and doors/cabinets opening, which gives the atmosphere a boost.”
- “It has a 'Myst' atmosphere to the game.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
Overall, the game is visually appealing and generally stable, with no significant glitches reported aside from a freezing issue at level 3 that prevents some players from progressing. While most users find the gameplay enjoyable and free of technical problems, the freezing at a specific level is a notable concern.
- “As far as 'tap and search/solve' games go, this one has subtle sounds, no glitches, many levels, and is pleasant to look at.”
- “Purchased the game and it's beautiful and clever, but level 3 freezes and won't load.”
- “I like it, but I can't play level 3; it just freezes.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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150%
The game's replayability is limited, as players can only access 8 out of 16 levels for free, completing them in about an hour. The additional levels are locked behind a paywall, and the content is deemed non-replayable, making the $5 investment feel unjustified for the amount of gameplay offered.
- “The game offers a total of 16 levels, but only 8 are playable for free, with the rest locked behind a paywall.”
- “I completed the 8 free levels in about an hour, and while you can pay $5 for 16 more, if those additional levels are non-replayable, it doesn't feel worth it.”
- “The replayability is limited since the additional content doesn't provide enough value for the price.”
- “There are a total of 16 levels, but only 8 are playable for free, with the rest locked behind a paywall. Plus, there are ads after every level.”
- “I completed the 8 free levels in about an hour. You can pay $5 for 16 more, but if that's only 2 more hours of content and they’re non-replayable, that isn’t really worth it.”
- “The limited number of free levels and the paywall for additional content severely restrict replayability.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game features stunning graphics and operates smoothly, indicating strong optimization.
- “The graphics are beautiful and the whole game runs smoothly.”
- “The optimization is top-notch, allowing for seamless gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
- “I appreciate how well the game performs; it never lags or stutters, making for an enjoyable experience.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be profoundly impactful, often describing experiences as heartbreaking and deeply resonant.
- “That was so heartbreaking.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, requiring frequent zooming in and out, although they appreciate the good graphics and smooth gameplay.
- “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I find myself doing the same tasks over and over, which really drains the fun out of the game.”
- “The amount of grinding required to progress is overwhelming and takes away from the overall experience.”