Devlog: The One Behind The Door - Demo Release


Hello, 

We are excited to share that the demo for The One Behind The Door is now available on itch.io! After two intense months of development, we’re eager to show you what we’ve been working on and to gather your feedback to help shape the future of the game.

What’s in the Demo?

In this demo, you will get a taste of the eerie atmosphere and survival mechanics that define The One Behind The Door. Here’s what you can expect:

  • Stranded in the Forest: Begin your journey lost in a dense, haunting forest, searching for the main road.
  • Find Shelter: Stumble upon a mysterious cabin and explore its dark, atmospheric interior.
  • Survival Mechanics: Experience the challenge of managing resources, such as finding fuel to keep the generator running.
  • Puzzles and Clues: Solve initial puzzles that will help you uncover clues about the cabin’s owner and your escape route.
  • Radio Communication: Use the radio to communicate with the cabin's owner and unravel the story. Beware of the voices you hear—they might not be what they seem.

Development Journey So Far:

  1. Two Months of Hard Work: This demo represents the culmination of two months of dedicated development. Our small team has poured countless hours into designing, coding, and testing to bring you this first look of the game.
  2. Challenges and Triumphs:
    • Atmosphere and Tension: Crafting a creepy, immersive atmosphere has been a primary focus. From sound design to visual effects, every detail has been designed to keep you on edge.
    • Puzzles and Exploration: Creating intuitive yet engaging puzzles has been a significant challenge. We’ve worked hard to ensure they add depth to the story and enhance the gameplay.
    • Creature Design: Developing the creature’s behavior, especially its ability to mimic human voices, has been a key focus. We aim to make every encounter with the creature unpredictable and terrifying.

We Need Your Feedback!

Your feedback is crucial in deciding the future of The One Behind The Door. We’re at a pivotal stage where your thoughts and experiences will help us determine if we should continue development. Here’s how you can help:

  • Play the Demo: Download and play the demo on our itch.io page: https://conlap84.itch.io/the-one-behind-the-door .
  • Share Your Thoughts: Leave your feedback in the comments on itch.io .
  • Report Bugs and Issues: Let us know about any bugs or issues you encounter so we can address them in future updates.

What’s Next?

Depending on the feedback we receive, we will decide whether to continue developingThe One Behind The Door. If the response is positive and players want more, we plan to:

  • Expand the game with more areas to explore and deeper puzzles.
  • Further develop the storyline and add more lore to the game world.
  • Enhance the creature’s behavior and interactions to increase the tension and horror elements.

Thank You for Your Support!

Thank you for taking the time to play our demo and for providing your valuable feedback. Your support means the world to us and will be instrumental in guiding the future of The One Behind The Door.

Download the demo now and dive into the mystery. Can you survive the night and uncover the secrets of the forest?

Stay safe and keep the lights on,

Files

the-one-behind-the-door-win.zip 1.4 GB
Version 2 42 days ago
the-one-behind-the-door-win.zip 1.4 GB
Version 1 46 days ago

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