Seven Doors

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Seven Doors is a single player platformer game with a mystery theme. It was developed by Indigo Studios and was released on February 21, 2023. It received neutral reviews from players.

Seven Doors is an atmospheric mystery game, where you must overcome seven unique challenges to test your skills. Solve puzzles, decipher codes, and navigate through diverse, surprising environments. In this game, you are the protagonist, facing thrilling and spooky situations with only your wits to guide you. Good luck!

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59%

Audience ScoreBased on 44 reviews

graphics7 positive mentions

story5 negative mentions

The game features a variety of puzzles that engage different parts of the brain, providing a fun experience for puzzle enthusiasts.
The graphics and soundtrack are well-received, contributing to an immersive atmosphere.
It's a short game that can be enjoyed in one sitting, making it a decent option for a casual gaming evening.

The game lacks a save feature, which can be frustrating for players who want to take breaks.
Many puzzles rely on trial and error or dexterity rather than logical thinking, which can detract from the overall puzzle-solving experience.
Steam achievements are broken and have not been fixed for months, leading to disappointment for completionists.

graphics
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
33%
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Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews. While some players praise the visuals as good or even great for an indie project, others criticize the dated quality and inconsistency in model design, noting a lack of cohesive art direction. Additionally, some users experienced performance issues that forced them to lower graphic settings, impacting their overall enjoyment.
- “Yes, it's not a bad game with great graphics, but the levels are pretty mediocre.”
- “Good graphics, great soundtrack.”
- “Seven Doors is an extremely interesting indie project that is a horror quest; I would attribute very good graphics for an indie project.”
- “The graphics are dated, with the quality of models varying, but often quite poor.”
- “The art style as a whole is pretty jumbled, as the puzzles have wildly varying themes, with the most consistent element being the poor quality of some of the models.”
- “Graphics are serviceable, but the style is all over the place; there is no art direction to speak of.”
story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
28%
45%
The reviews indicate that "Seven Doors" lacks a substantial story, with many players noting its brevity and absence of narrative depth. While some appreciate the game's graphics and puzzles, the overall consensus is that the lack of a cohesive plot diminishes player investment and immersion. The game is primarily focused on puzzles, making it suitable for those who prioritize gameplay over storytelling.
- “Seven Doors is an extremely interesting indie project that is a horror quest. The pros I would attribute are very good graphics for an indie project, the presence of a plot, and quite good, more than adequate cost and ease of management. Interesting puzzles. The only thing that upset me is some short plot. The pros and cons of the project are worthy of getting acquainted with it; in general, I recommend purchasing.”
- “The story and the setting are well-crafted, making the experience of the game immersive and engaging.”
- “The translation of the languages is not as well taken care of as the story, which can complicate the puzzles and detract from the overall fantasy experience.”
- “It could use some story to make you more invested in the situation, and rooms that rely on trial and error are not rewarding to solve.”
- “Very very short game with what is essentially 7 rooms/puzzles and no story whatsoever.”
- “You can't ever go back to a previous room, there is no meta-puzzle or story arc or even just a theme that connects them.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the immersive soundtrack that enhances the gaming experience, particularly the piano themes that create a sense of atmosphere. However, some users noted the absence of volume controls and found the sound effects to be mediocre, leading to a perception that the music could be forgettable at times. Overall, while the soundtrack is praised for its fit with the game, its impact varies among players.
- “Good graphics, great soundtrack.”
- “I liked its music - the soundtrack fits perfectly with this game and creates the feeling of being completely immersed in the game.”
- “A feeling of restlessness has accompanied me throughout the tests accompanied by the musical thread of a piano that undoubtedly helped me to go through each of the doors, forgetting that I was sitting on a chair and in front of a screen.”
- “No volume sliders, no mute for the music, nothing.”
- “Sound and music are fairly forgettable.”
- “A feeling of restlessness has accompanied me throughout the tests accompanied by the musical thread of a piano that undoubtedly helped me to go through each of the doors forgetting that I was sitting on a chair and in front of a screen.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is generally described as creepy and immersive, with effective lighting and artistic design that enhances the experience. While some players appreciate the unsettling vibe, they note that it could benefit from deeper lore and more engaging puzzles. Overall, the atmosphere successfully evokes a sense of oppression and intrigue, appealing particularly to fans of the horror genre.
- “It does have a great atmosphere, and with more thought put into lore and puzzles that are more based on combining items or using cool items, it could be quite good.”
- “The atmosphere is sufficiently creepy, though I don't feel it's always intended.”
- “The atmosphere felt a bit creepy, but as a horror fan, I enjoyed that as well (although nothing scary happened).”
- “I can assure you that from the first-person perspective with which we faced this title, I felt overwhelmed by the artistic section of some of the scenarios, and I felt the oppressive atmosphere that they tried to transmit to the player.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Seven Doors" is characterized by basic first-person mechanics and traditional controls, but it suffers from awkward movement and minimal options, leading to a rushed and unpolished experience. With around 60 minutes of playtime, the inclusion of unengaging death mechanics detracts from the overall enjoyment.
- “[i]Seven Doors[/i] features basic first-person gameplay, with traditional WASD controls, sprint, and jump.”
- “It feels like a rushed and unpolished game with the awkward controls and movement, minimal options, and basic gameplay.”
- “Three of the rooms have death mechanics, one of which was literally just 'avoid the traps', which was not fun in any way whatsoever.”
- “It was an okay price ($4.99 USD) though for around 60 minutes of gameplay.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game is marked by tediousness, particularly due to the cumbersome inventory system and the need to decode numerous hieroglyphs without easy access to key documents. While some puzzles are enjoyable, the overall experience is marred by a lack of polish and excessive repetition, leading to frustration for players.
- “Keep a notepad handy for the 6th room or be prepared to take screenshots and alt-tab; otherwise, you're in for a tedious time with the lack of inventory, which they claim is a useful feature.”
- “It's a very simple puzzle, made tedious by the number of hieroglyphs to decode, and the fact that one cannot bring the key documents with them (and they are not close to the hieroglyphs).”
- “A puzzle game that would've been nice if it wasn't so tedious.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game's optimization has been criticized, with users noting dated visuals and performance issues, particularly in specific areas like room six. Additionally, there are concerns about settings not saving between sessions, further impacting the overall experience.
- “The game looks very dated, so it must be an optimization issue.”
- “The only issues I encountered were the aforementioned performance loss in room six, and the options seemingly not saving between sessions.”