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Don't open the doors!

PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac • 2016

Should you play it?

Claymation action adventure in an odd world of talking pumpkins, blue trees and stuff like that.

What works
  • Unique handcrafted claymation art style
  • Quirky humor and dialogue
  • Engaging exploration and puzzles
  • Challenging but fair combat
  • Addictive gameplay with secrets and upgrades
Things to keep in mind
  • Clunky controls and combat interruptions
  • Limited weapon variety and resources
  • Some difficulty spikes and frustration
  • Lack of fast travel and save flexibility
  • Small community and no multiplayer

What to play next

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Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

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  • Operencia: The Stolen Sun

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Don't open the doors!: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Survival, Violence, Fellowship, Intimacy. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Exploration. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Leadership, Survival.

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