Death's Door

Awesome game to done, i truly recommend it. Don't worry it won't take too much time to finish it. A Beautiful work, Bravo Acid Nerve !

Death's door is an exceptional game dealing with the topic of death, betrayal and determination, and it does so in an absolutely fantastic way, resulting in very unique experience that is also full of joy and some hilarious jokes. The thing I have to mention right away is the soundtrack of this game that is absolutely brilliant and very similar to the soundtrack of my favorite Ori games. Every location you visit during this adventure is full of life and is visually stunning. The whole combat system is very satisfying aswell. I highly recommend you to play it.

Death's Door does a remarkable job of looking like a great game without managing to be one. Gosh, that sounds harsh, doesn't it? I don't mean to be; it's not a bad game certainly, not a bad game at all. It's quite good! But there are so many good games now, and Death's Door doesn't stand out for being good; it stands out for seeming great.

Another all time metroid favorite. The music is so soothing and melancholic, loved it. It felt more like a speed run tho, not very complex. The difficulty is not there. Would recommend as a first timer in the genre, or perhaps I'm just too seasoned but it was pretty chill.

Amazing game. Highly recommended. Started playing it just to give it a shot and couldn't put it down. Enjoyed the battles, the puzzles, the various secrets, and the music, oh man the music is BEAUTIFUL. I could just go to the various areas over and over and hang out and listen.

Highlight? Being called a little shit by a grandmother. Absolutely amazing, startled a laugh out of me.

Death's Door is an absolute masterpiece. There is an abundance of charming characters with humor laced in moments of somber reflection to the soundtrack fitting of a AAA title. There were genuine moments that had me choked up as the game reminds you of the inevitability of death and that the entire process is something to be embraced. It's a labor of love that celebrates life and the temporal nature of our existence. Gameplay is fun as hell too. ;)

Fun little platformer with tough (but not extremely tough) combat. Definitely worth the price tag.

I had an absolute blast playing Death's Door! It's such a cozy, yet surprisingly deep adventure. The art style is beautiful, with each area packed with gorgeous, hand-crafted environments that perfectly match the game's vibe. The soundtrack is equally impressive—ambient and atmospheric, it really elevates the experience and sets the tone for every encounter.

The combat is solid and gets the job done, though it doesn’t break new ground. Boss battles aren’t particularly groundbreaking, but they’re still fun and engaging, with some interesting mechanics that keep you on your toes. The real draw is the sense of discovery—there are plenty of secrets to uncover and upgrades to find, making exploration rewarding from start to finish.

However, the game does have one downside that I think is worth mentioning: the absence of a map. While it’s not a dealbreaker, by the end of the game, it becomes a bit of a hassle to keep track of all the areas, especially in the more maze-like zones.

That said, I still loved my time with Death's Door. It’s a perfect blend of cozy exploration and satisfying combat, with an incredible art and sound design. Despite the map issue, I’d still highly recommend it to anyone who loves charming, atmospheric games.

I'm not a regular souls-like player, so it took a little bit understand the mechanics, but once I did this was a really fun game to play

Picked it up as an old-school Zelda I never played, and I loved it! Very atmospheric, with a lot of Dark Souls vibe and references, both in visuals and writing, but it’s served in a hilarious, lighthearted form. The story is simple yet engaging, and the exploration and puzzles are a lot of fun, with tons of secrets to uncover. The soundtrack is fantastic! Simple, but really charming and dreamy tunes that perfectly complement the visuals. Not a fan of 'souls-lite' elements here, so the last two boss fights were a bit hectic, but it was worth playing anyway. Overall, a great game!

A really fun indie game. Absolutely loved the art style and atmosphere of the game. The gameplay is fun if a little repetitive, but the puzzles and exploration are quite engaging. Boss fights are interesting and require some patience, which keeps things interesting.

The characters are quite unique, each having enjoyable dialogues and excellent names. Really, I loved the names of most characters :D

Overall, definitely worth your time and money.

I love this game so much, it's pretty, the music is great and the overall vibes are amazing. It can be difficult at times and some grinding may be required but it is a great game. I'm also far from a good player but that just makes for some funny moments when I play it on stream. I haven't finished the game yet but I love playing it

An incredibly clean and polished experience for me. The game was incredibly satisfying to play and you could feel it was crafted with immense care and thoughtfulness. The game has great boss fights and tight combat which feels smooth to play through and rarely provides frustration throughout. It is not as hard of a game as it may seem to be, it is incredibly fair, probably the fairest game of its genre I've played, and it proves how much time the devs took into creating the perfect player experience. I also can't forget to mention the graphics are beautiful and definitely add to the experience. I'm sure there are some things that could have been added to make the game slightly better but you absolutely cannot complain about the content that is provided within the game. I enjoyed it so much, I even played it through fully a second time just to get a few achievements I missed and enjoyed it the same amount, and if not, even more so. Very easy to recommend to anyone who thinks they may enjoy a game like this!

Very difficult, but is very good at not punishing you too hard for death. Good story too.

10/10
Amazing Atmosphere, Art-Style & Soundtrack are great.
Good Gameplay, precise Combat & interesting Puzzles-Mechanics.
Challenging Difficulty, tanky Bosses & claustrophobic Fights.

One random great thing worth mentioning: Actually 100% the game was quite fun, maybe it has to do with the isometric view mostly putting what you need to collect in frame. Won't do the umbrella though, everything else took a lot out of me.

One random bad thing: There's one enemy type that has a pretty brutal overhead tracking swing but no indication they're going to turn into you for the next swing. You can learn to play around it but it's still challenging.

I was instantly catched by the fact that you can take on the role of a crow – more specifically, a hooded crow, how cool is that? In addition, the game design was very attractive at first glance, so I didn't hesitate to buy the game and dived into this cute, dark world with anticipation.

I fell in love immediately. The atmosphere is magnificent and extends in its depth through every single door you enter. In each section the ambience is accompanied by additional feelings that dig deep under the skin. This actually gives the story something noticeably sad, and if you get involved with what is being told, it is much more than a “hack & slash“ game and contains a story that touches you. Souls are precious, and that is conveyed beautifully here.

For this rather small format, there are still a surprising number of ways to fight. There are various weapons and also the option to specialize in magic. I played the game a second time because of an achievement. While I specialized in melee and weapon damage the first time through, my focus on the second playthrough was on magic, and that made for a completely different and very exciting gaming experience. In any case, it is recommended to complete the game 100%, as you will come across many worthwhile secrets along the way.

The fights can be challenging, but are always fair and transparent. The later puzzles aren't always easy and they're fun to deal with.
What I personally missed a lot and often frustrated me at the beginning: the lack of a map. I love this game, but I would have enjoyed it even more if I had access to a map. Some people will argue that this is an essential part of the magic of the game ... remembering things, remembering paths, etc., and no doubt that had its charm, but ... I'm a fan of maps, haha! Especially when there is so much to collect and explore. Nevertheless: The game is absolutely recommended if you like this genre.

Semi-short and sweet game with an interesting and funny/grim ambiance and writing.
The story and extras can be finished in 12 hours though and in 22 or so hours on a second play-through using only the umbrella for the achievement.
I wish this universe expands with a sequel.
Highly recommended for 2D-esque zelda fans.

What a great little game. It's definitely got Legend of Zelda vibes. It's fun and challenging with a really enjoyable soundtrack. I really like the story too. I got it on sale for like $5, and it was worth more than that for sure. I'll check out the developer just in case they've got some more hidden gems.

A really well-crafted adventure. Exploring the world, meeting all the different characters, and searching for all the hidden secrets is great fun. The combat offers some nice variety, with different collectible weapons and spells. Great fun if you like the old Legend of Zelda games, give it a try.

Cute little souls-like. Level design and art style is beautiful, story is simple yet engaging enough, some boss battles are quite epic!

I 100% completed it, even though I don't generally play souls-like games. I just really enjoyed it.

Would be keen to see more from this Developer in the future.

My Death's Door Experience & Thoughts After Completing The Game🌌⚔️

Death's Door is a beautifully crafted game with a unique, haunting world that’s a joy to explore! 🎨✨ The visuals are stunning, with a hand-painted feel, and the soundtrack is both atmospheric and moving. 🎶

The gameplay is super smooth and fun! Combat is fast, responsive, and keeps you on your toes with a great mix of abilities and puzzles. 🧩💥 Each area is packed with character and details that make exploring addictive.

However, if you're here for a true "Souls-like" challenge, you might feel let down. 🤔 Despite being labeled "Souls-like," the difficulty is around a 5-6/10 for most, and for experienced fans, it’s closer to a 3-4/10. It’s challenging but not punishing, so hardcore difficulty-seekers may find it a bit easy.

Overall, Death's Door is a must-play for its beauty and engaging gameplay – just don’t expect Dark Souls level challenge! 🌠

Having seen too many graphically beautiful but boring games, I would say this is the game we need. Combat system is simple, challenging and fun, a little puzzle solving but not too much, and small surprises that worthy exploring.

An excellent game for those who really love the classic Zelda dungeon type games. Exploration is fun, combat is fluid and engaging (specially when you mix melee with the other "tools" you have) and story although not amazing is quite serviceable for this type of game (and slightly touches on one or two more philosophical themes).

Performance wise the game runs well on quite low spec machines (including Steam Deck) at 60 FPS.

Combat is fun, Exploring the world is fun, if youre lookin for some fun, you found it.

One of the most charming games I've played. The characters, dialogue, and the bosses are really well done and genuinely fun. The bosses themselves are all unique and some of my favorite bosses in a long time too. It may be a short game but its definitely worth it.

Phenomenal, 10/10, amazing game.

A must have in your steam library and, in my opinion, by far
the best indie souls-like game. About 10 hours to beat, and it was the best 10 hours of gaming in my life.
(The game has end game content as well!) Death's Door really does not hold your hand, has clever puzzles, well designed bosses, great soundtrack, interesting story and a beautiful art style.

If only Ubisoft made games like this...

A more forgiving and simpler souls-like experience so far, but still fun. Definitely worth it on sale!

This is such an amazing and beautiful little game. There are hours of fun to be had with it. Through it's clever little puzzles, cute characters and clever fighting strategies, it drags you along into a mystery that will want to solve. I love how the game trains you for coming bossfights by introducing you to certain mechanics in small scale. Some fights can be very hard, but despite that they are still fun. And when you finally emerge victorious it is such an amazing feeling.

What also has to be said, is that it has a truly magnificent and absolutely gorgeous soundtrack.

game design is simple and effective. soundtrack and jokes so great u forgot you are dealing with death ;)

I have never written a review before, but this game caught me completely! Play it, get sucked in and slay some foes in a very compelling combat, Zelda-like. CROWS!

Fan-FKN-tastic game!!

Absolutely stunning in visuals
Amazing cute story!
Simple and rewarding combat

I can go on! Just buy the fkn game mah dudes and dudettes!!

It is a nice little game. I got it cause it said "Souls-like" and it has very little to do with Souls-like tbh. It is super easy if you expect a Souls-like experience. I one-shot all bosses except the two last ones. I would recommend to do the "Academy of Umbrellas" in your first run if you are a souls player, since that will make the game 2x harder due to the umbrella being the worst weapon in the game, that made the fights a lot more fun.

FOR STEAM DECK:
Great out of the box.

This game is so fun and I love the comedy and the action as well. Sometimes it can get a bit difficult, but never unfair. Completion is such a chore though, so I just watched the extra content on YouTube. But I had a lot of fun playing through the story. I wish there were more stages. This is a really nice and cozy game that can make me rage at random intervals.

An adorable metroidvania where you play as a cute crow and try to take the souls of immortals. It has a great story and cast of characters (Though not required I recommend playing Titan Souls before this cause it has some connections)

Definitely within the top 5 games I've played. Would love a DLC, even if it's just a run of new bosses. Superb combat, soundtrack, and graphics.

Now this is a metroidvania done right. I love the art style of Death’s Door and the combat feels very smooth. Sometimes I wondered why I got hit while I was dodging, but that was probably a skill issue. The map is really good, I really enjoyed finding all of the secrets and hidden areas once I unlocked all of my skills. The True Ending is definitely worth getting, as it has some of my favourite puzzles and secrets of the entire game. The only tedious part is finding all of the Life Seeds and their pots, since there is no in-game list to keep track of the ones you’ve already have. A video guide will help you lots with this achievement. Something to note is that you cannot return/redo the boss fights once you’ve beaten them in your safe file, so that’s something to keep in mind if you like to 100% games. The bosses themselves were really fun and all had very distinct attack patterns and personalities. I love the story and lore of the game and this is definitely a metroidvania I highly recommend.

One of the best Zelda-clone I've ever played (and I played a lot...)

Achievements are bugged tho :

- I had some although I wasn't supposed to
- I did not get some although I was supposed to

Besides that, it's a great game.

really nice indie. Feels great to explore, the style is good and the isometric style makes it feel a lot like a old school zelda souls like.

i was going to be nice to this game and give it a decent review but the more I play it the more I dislike it...and this is due to it running out of steam very quickly and showing me that resorting to cheap tricks is how it makes itself longer in gameplay and more challenging in combat. It's not terrible but it's been done so much I'm not sure why these games keep coming out...Devolver seem to be very good at creating a lot of pointless games that never really seem to achieve much.

They often have one thing that attracts people to their games but the games themselves revolve around that one thing...and that's it. Gimmick games I guess...which is a shame as most of them, if fleshed out more, would be great. But like them, Death's Door just feels empty at times...and so desperate to be like one of the classics it bases so much of it's gameplay on. The thing is, I can't help but think "if it's not as good or better than your source material, as such, then why bother??" If I wanted to play a game like this then I'd just play an older Zelda game. If I want a challenge then I'll try a new build out in one of the souls games...I guess games like this can help new gamers into the challenging/action puzzler genre...?? Not sure...I'd say the art was worth seeing but the graphics are basic, the music is predictable and the story is just not interesting at all...the crow's cool but that's not really enough to make me excited about investing time into your game...again..it's just a gimmick...

Death's Door is too small in scope to be the game it wants to be. And to get to my main point quickly...the combat is so, so, so boring. The enemies are so, so boring. The bosses are really boring and also fans of cheap moves. An example being one of the bosses that is coded to jump every time you hold the button to throw magic. Every time...you hold the button...he jumps at you. Now, this is pure...unadulterated cheese and I do not enjoy playing games that cheat to make an artificial challenge.

I will brute force my way through this but unfortunately it falls victim to the same issues Below...Hyper Light whatever...if the combat is not interesting the game fails. If the world is not interesting the game fails. Can't tell you the number of times I've just quit out due to the game just being so annoying and rubbish.

I feel a more arcade like/skill based combat system would have worked better and would have been more fun. Death's Door made by a bigger company and a bigger budget could go somewhere but as it is...I just don't see the point of recommending it. But again, I'm not saying it's a bad game...I just feel the industry is not moving anymore and we're too busy trying to recreate old ways as if there isn't anything new to do anymore. If anything I'd give this to my kids to play when they were new to games to introduce them to this genre...but still, that's a hard sell as the older Zelda games would be a much better experience!!

And guess what!? Just to make the end game fun they even throw in a slippery ice level!!! It's amazing...it's like they went out of their way to remove the fun in this game...Oh, and they make you do puzzles on the ice too!! I know so many people got this game for the puzzles... :/

5/10 - Probably worth getting in a sale to cure boredom or for your steam deck on holiday. Just be warned though, if you've played a lot of games this one's gonna bore you quickly. I cannot stress how thinly what is there has been spread out to make a game. It's almost infuriating as your walking around as you can see all of the things that you'll be backtracking for. And it really, really, really sucks when you put time into back tracking through previous areas as, not only are they bland and empty, they are mazes...pointless mazes only there to expand your playtime. Oh...and I forgot to say...you do all of that backtracking just to pick up an unusable collectable OR...and strap yourself in for this one...you get a pink ball!!! Worth 100 "souls"...yeah I know...amazing huh!!! ABSOLUTELY, 100% NOT WORTH YOUR TIME!! Go play something else...

Very fun game, if a little short. Wish there was a DLC or some additional content.

Deaths door is a 2.5D Metroidvania full of puzzles and satisfying combat. Although a short game only taking around 8-10 hours to complete in your first playthrough, it is extremely well done in terms of problem solving, story, atmosphere and exploration.

You are a crow, a reaper that ends lives and claims souls as your job. During your first quest, you fail to collect the soul you were tasked to attain as it was lost in Deaths Door. Your aim is to defeat the three souls that have avoided death in order to open Deaths Door and reattain the lost soul. It's a simple premise that leads out to a great story!

The combat is relatively easy for the most part with a couple of bosses being a bit difficult, but if you want a real challenge when playing this game, find the umbrella and use it through the playthrough. It removes the hack n slash aspect of the combat and forces more critical thinking and scaling of levels. The secrets in this game are extremely well guided as well! Not overly obvious in your face but if you can't find something, simply ask around and they give you a general area rather than just the answer making exploration less of a chore and more of a journey. The characters aren't overly serious and actually act quite comedic making the game feel light-hearted for such a dreary concept. The art style is cute and the music brings you into the world.

Overall I'd rate this game a solid 8.5/10

Death’s Door is a charming and peculiar game that stands out thanks to its unique art style. From the moment you start playing, you're pulled into a world that's both whimsical and melancholic. The characters' stories and dialogues are incredibly touching, often making you laugh and tear up. It’s tagged as a “souls-like,” but don’t expect the punishing difficulty associated with that genre. In fact, the combat is relatively easy, to the point where I sometimes found myself bored during certain mini-boss fights, which oddly enough were harder than the main bosses.
The game’s world is beautiful, with varied and intricately designed scenarios that make exploration a joy. Discovering its many secrets is particullary satisfying and funny.
At its core, Death’s Door is a relaxed combat game that gives you plenty to think about, weaving in deeper themes while keeping the gameplay accessible. If you're looking for a game that balances cheers with thoughtful moments, this is one you shouldn't miss.

Inviting art style, but otherwise boring and shallow. An empty shell of a game.

4/10

Yeah, I barely have 1.5 hours on this game and no I don't plan on finishing it. The one central problem about this game is that it's boring. Combat is not only extremely easy, but it consists of essentially the most bare-bones hack-n-slash gameplay where you just walk up to enemies and slap them until they die. There is almost no strategy needed - just shut your brain off and press the attack button until the enemies are dead, while throwing the occasional dodge here and there. The story is there in theory, but in the little time I have with the game, it still failed to hook me. The main premise of the plot is interesting, but nowhere near enough to actually intrigue me and motivate me to see more of what the game has to offer. The game's level design is just as boring as everything else. Every map is almost entirely linear with collectibles hidden in very small diversions every once in a while. Overall, there is simply nothing impressive, innovative, or unique about this title. If you want a good hack-n-slash RPG - or even a good hack-n-slash in general - I would recommend you play games such as Blasphemous, Grime, or - for a game that is essentially a direct upgrade to this one - Tunic.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/553420/TUNIC/

What a fantastic experiences. The dilemma with the last boss makes you wonder about the meaning of life and existence and how in the end none of that really matters. Just live your life to the fullest till you can't go anymore. Embrace death's door!

Always with a wink and a smile :)

It took some time to get into it. The first couple of hours I was like, meh. I took a break of several weeks and got back to it with a fresh mind and a heart eager to play an easy-going soul-like adventure game. Characters, art, plot, the self-ironic fairy tale allusions, dreamlike scenarios, it all grew on me.

Easier than Hollow Knight, harder than The Last Campfire. The combat system consists of hack'n'slash mode. You get various weapons, acquire magical spells, and encounter funny characters. Alas, the skill upgrade system is botched given that the increments are minuscule.

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Definitely worth your time. Well balanced, sometimes learning curve bit steep but i like the challenge. As you progress you get to dive deeper into the bureaucratic mess of the Reaper Commission of which you are a feathery member. The ancient piano soundtrack helps with immersion in the world of reapers but is not so great it warrants more than this sentence.

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It's not only about death and dying but also about the forest and the spirits and about greed and bureaucracy and corruption and about friendship and courage and respect. The story is cute. The characters are lovable. So are you. The landscapes are picturesque and serve as a counterpart to the black-and-white Reaper Commission Office HQ. What I like the most is that there is a red thread throughout the story and many hints not to take the Grim Reaper and his henchmen too seriously.

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Fun and lively souls-inspired game. Not really dark. Smooth and bugless, enjoyed through the end of the game.
P.S.: I didn't even notice that there ain't no voices :D

Tight, polished combat, interesting puzzles and secrets to find. On the Dave Portnoy scale of video games it gets a 7.9.

It's everything I like about a Soulsborne wrapped inside of a lovely Metroidvania package. If that sounds appealing to you than yes, the game is worth getting