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outside the door

PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2024

Should you play it?

Outside the door is a mystic visual novel set within one office. You are about to figure out the stories of a few visitors without having a single memory of yourself.

What works

  • Thought-provoking narrative
  • Strong atmosphere and art style
  • Affordable price
  • Emotional and philosophical depth
  • Multiple endings encouraging reflection

Things to keep in mind

  • Limited impact of player choices
  • Short playtime
  • Some translation and text quality issues
  • Minimal gameplay mechanics
  • Lack of variety in setting and interaction

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outside the door: Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Expression, Fellowship, Cooperation, Leadership. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Intimacy. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Survival, Violence.

Last update: 27/08/2026