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Claymation action adventure in an odd world of talking pumpkins, blue trees and stuff like that.
Don't open the doors! is a indie, adventure and action game
developed by Anton Riot and Co
and published by Anton Riot.
Released on November 11th 2016 is available on Windows and MacOS
in 3 languages: English, Russian and Simplified Chinese.
It has received 328 reviews of which 279 were positive and 49 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. 😊
The game is currently priced at 10.99€ on Steam.
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Windows
- OS *: Windows XP or later
- Processor: 1.7 GHz Dual Core or Greater
- Memory: 1 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce GT 520MX or higher discrete graphics
- Storage: 1 GB available space
MacOS
- OS: Leopard 10.5.8 or later.
- Processor: 1.7 GHz Dual Core or Greater
- Memory: 1 GB RAM
- Graphics: 256 MB OpenGL 2.0 compatible graphics card
- Storage: 1 GB available space
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Don't open the doors!, developed and published by Anton Riot, is an action-adventure role-playing game that thrives on unpredictability, creativity, and an unmistakable visual identity. In a genre often filled with familiar fantasy settings and conventional progression systems, this game chooses an entirely different direction by building its world from handcrafted clay models and surreal imagination. The result is an experience that feels strange, humorous, unsettling, and memorable all at once. It is the kind of independent project that immediately stands apart simply because it commits fully to its own unusual vision. The story begins with a bizarre event that sends reality into chaos. Mysterious doors suddenly appear across the world, disrupting everyday life and transforming ordinary places into increasingly surreal environments. Strange creatures begin appearing, familiar surroundings become distorted, and normal logic quickly disappears. Players are tasked with uncovering the source of the disaster by seeking out a massive central doorway connected to the spreading corruption. What follows is not a straightforward fantasy adventure but a surreal journey through a world that constantly surprises players with strange ideas and unexpected encounters. One of the game's greatest strengths lies in its presentation. The handcrafted clay art style creates an atmosphere unlike almost anything else available in the genre. Characters, environments, objects, and monsters carry an intentionally imperfect appearance that gives the world personality and charm. Rather than chasing realism or polished fantasy aesthetics, the game embraces handmade creativity. Every location feels carefully assembled with artistic individuality, creating environments that remain memorable long after leaving them behind. Exploration drives much of the experience forward. Instead of aggressively directing players toward objectives, the game rewards curiosity and experimentation. Hidden locations, optional discoveries, environmental interactions, and unusual side activities encourage players to slow down and engage with the world. The open structure supports a sense of discovery that fits naturally with the game's bizarre setting. Wandering away from the primary objective frequently leads toward strange surprises that reinforce the unpredictable tone. The world itself becomes one of the strongest reasons to continue exploring. Strange creatures inhabit forests and villages, bizarre conversations unfold unexpectedly, and humor appears in ways that constantly keep players uncertain about what might happen next. Talking pumpkins, unusual insects, and eccentric personalities contribute to a setting that feels intentionally absurd without losing its identity. The humor often leans toward surreal comedy rather than traditional jokes, creating an atmosphere where unpredictability becomes part of the appeal. Combat mechanics introduce a more active gameplay layer without becoming overly complicated. Players gain access to tools and weapons used both for dealing with enemies and interacting with the environment itself. Destructible elements create opportunities for experimentation, encouraging players to break obstacles apart and search for hidden rewards. Combat does not attempt to become technically demanding or deeply tactical. Instead, it complements exploration while maintaining the momentum of progression. Environmental interaction plays a major role throughout the experience. The world feels designed to encourage experimentation rather than passive observation. Hidden pathways, destructible barriers, and collectible resources create reasons to remain engaged with surroundings beyond simply moving toward objectives. Exploration consistently feels worthwhile because discovery often leads toward meaningful rewards or unusual encounters. The atmosphere succeeds largely because of how committed the game remains to its unusual identity. Many independent projects introduce strange ideas but gradually move toward familiar patterns. Don't open the doors! refuses to become conventional. Every area reinforces the surreal tone, creating a sense that absolutely anything could appear around the next corner. The soundtrack and sound design contribute positively to immersion as well. Music supports both exploration and stranger narrative moments without becoming overwhelming. Audio choices reinforce the unusual personality of the world while helping maintain consistency across its shifting environments. The game does occasionally reveal limitations associated with smaller independent productions. Some mechanical systems feel simpler than players accustomed to larger role-playing projects might expect. Movement and combat occasionally prioritize accessibility over depth. Certain moments of dialogue may also feel awkward due to translation inconsistencies. However, those imperfections rarely overpower the qualities that make the experience unique. What ultimately makes Don't open the doors! memorable is how confidently it embraces originality. Rather than following established formulas, Anton Riot builds an adventure around unusual ideas and handcrafted creativity. The result feels genuinely distinctive within a crowded market often dominated by familiar design philosophies. Players searching for conventional fantasy storytelling or heavily structured role-playing systems may struggle to connect with its surreal approach. However, those who enjoy exploration-focused adventures, unusual humor, handcrafted visual design, and independent projects willing to take creative risks will likely discover something special here. Don't open the doors! succeeds because it understands that personality can often matter more than polish. Its strange world, memorable atmosphere, and commitment to originality create an adventure that remains difficult to compare directly to anything else. A wonderfully unconventional adventure that combines handcrafted creativity, surreal humor, exploration, and memorable world design into an experience that stands apart through originality and charm. Rating: 8/10
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Don't open the doors! . Isometric RPG with interesting clay graphics. Intrigue and humorous story. Funny characters. Nice music and sounds. Good clay SFX. . Controls: WASD to walk Space to attack and select phrase Shift to bomb F to healing Q to change weapon E to change bomb R to mortal bombard Tab to open game menu Z and X to change tab . Mechanics and features: Several menus: Quests, Equipment, Bag, Map, Stats We can't attack without a weapon
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Fun little adventure game about opening doors and bludgeoning everything behind those doors with large hammers. Good soundtrack too.
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Don't open the doors! is currently priced at 10.99€ on Steam.
Don't open the doors! is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 10.99€ on Steam.
Don't open the doors! received 279 positive votes out of a total of 328 achieving a rating of 7.89.
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Don't open the doors! was developed by Anton Riot and Co and published by Anton Riot.
Don't open the doors! is playable and fully supported on Windows.
Don't open the doors! is playable and fully supported on MacOS.
Don't open the doors! is not playable on Linux.
Don't open the doors! is a single-player game.
There are 2 DLCs available for Don't open the doors!. Explore additional content available for Don't open the doors! on Steam.
Don't open the doors! does not support mods via Steam Workshop.
Don't open the doors! does not support Steam Remote Play.
Don't open the doors! is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.
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Anton Riot and Co
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