The Door in the Basement (2021)

Developer

Aegon Games

Platforms

Windows

Genres

Adventure, Indie

Rating

4.4 of 5, 184 player ratings

Typical playtime

about 2.1 hours

Where to get it

Steam

How it feels

You navigate dark, pixelated tunnels with tension from unknown threats while piecing together a surreal mystery through puzzle solving and exploration.

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What players say

Players describe it as a short, atmospheric horror game that relies on unease rather than complex mechanics. The 2-hour experience is mostly linear with some puzzles and running from threats that are easy to outrun, supported by generous checkpoints. There is a split: some find it a solid, creepy journey, while others say the buildup leads to a disappointing, vignette-like structure.

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