outside the door
- April 9, 2024
- basandaika games
Get on SteamOutside the door – a visual novel with elements of mysticism and a gripping storyline taking place within an office. On behalf of a temp who turned out to be at this office for some odd reason you have to listen to the stories of a few visitors and having puzzled out the details of their destinies deliver your verdict before their cases will be passed on. To make things even worse, you’ve got no m…
Reviews
- The game features a unique and intriguing story that encourages deep thinking and reflection.
- The art style is beautiful, with a minimalist yet stellar presentation that enhances the overall atmosphere.
- Despite some translation issues, the game provides a captivating experience with chilling undertones and moral complexity.
- The English translation is poor, leading to awkward phrasing and grammatical errors that can hinder understanding.
- Player choices have little impact on the story, with only the final choice affecting the outcome, which may disappoint those seeking a more interactive experience.
- The dialogue can be irritating and predictable, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the narrative.
- story7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The story is engaging and well-crafted, featuring a blend of psychological and philosophical elements that create a creepy atmosphere. While the narrative is relatively short at two hours and may be predictable after a few cases, it offers depth through varied choices and multiple endings, enhancing replayability. Overall, players appreciate the intriguing plot and the effective use of jump scares that complement the storytelling experience.
“I really liked the story and the build-up.”
“I liked the plot and the mystery slowly uncovering. Even though it's probably not that unpredictable, and you can most likely figure it out after the third case, it was still nicely done. I always love those types of deeper psychological and philosophical stories, especially when combined with a creepy feel.”
“The story is only 2 hours long, but it's interesting.”
“I don't get this game, but it has good choices, replayability, varied endings, and lots of choices to make. My ending wasn't as bad as I thought it would be, which was good.”
“This is like a combo of 'Theory of Fear,' which is one heck of a dark otome game, and 'Papers, Please,' which involves filling in blanks and making decisions with different characters within a story.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are praised for their appealing art style and good visuals, contributing to an engaging atmosphere. However, some reviews note that while the visuals are strong, the dialogue could be improved.
“I like the game's theme and art style.”
“Good art style.”
“Subtle OST that creates a very good environment and overall very interesting visuals.”
- music3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally considered satisfactory, featuring a subtle original soundtrack that enhances the atmosphere and complements the intriguing visuals. However, some users express a desire for a more original and distinctive score.
“The subtle soundtrack creates a very good environment and overall very interesting visuals.”
“I need the original soundtrack.”
“The music is just alright.”
“I need an original soundtrack.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
While the character designs are praised for their quality, the reviews do not provide specific insights into the depth or progression of character development within the game.
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is praised for being visually appealing and well-suited to the game's art style, enhancing the overall experience.
“The atmosphere is really nice and perfectly complements the art style.”
“The immersive atmosphere draws you in and enhances the overall experience.”
“Every detail contributes to a captivating atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game offers strong replayability due to its varied endings and numerous choices that can significantly alter the story and character interactions, encouraging players to explore different outcomes.
“I don't fully understand this game, but it offers great choices and replayability. There are varied endings, numerous choices to make, and the ability to change the story with different characters. My ending turned out better than I expected, which was a pleasant surprise.”
“The replayability in this game is fantastic! Each playthrough feels fresh due to the diverse choices and multiple endings available.”
“I love how replayable this game is! Every decision I make leads to a different outcome, encouraging me to explore all the possibilities.”
