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Don't Knock Twice

PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation VR, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch • 2017

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Quick resume

Don't Knock Twice is a first-person horror game based on a psychologically terrifying urban legend. One knock to wake her from her bed, twice to raise her from the dead. Supports VR on HTC Vive and Oculus Rift for the ultimate horror experience!

Global score

72/100

Genres

Action, Adventure, Indie, Puzzle

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    Pros

    • Immersive horror atmosphere
    • Effective sound design
    • Vr support enhances experience
    • Exploration and environmental storytelling
    • Well-crafted mansion environment

    Cons

    • Short gameplay length
    • Some control and interaction clunkiness
    • Minor bugs and glitches
    • Limited replay value
    • Price considered high for content

    Analysis

    Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Expression, Fellowship, Cooperation, Competition. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Survival, Violence, Value.

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    Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Motivations” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

    • Larger dot with a light outline: the game you are viewing.
    • Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
    • Hover a dot to see the game name; click to open its page.
    • Scroll or double-click the chart to zoom out and see more games.

    Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers.

    Motivations

    • Autonomy
      3

      "Players explore a large mansion at their own pace, investigating and solving puzzles with some freedom of movement and interaction."

    • Competence
      2

      "The game involves light puzzle solving and exploration with some skill in navigation and item use, but overall challenges are not very difficult."

    • Competition
      -5

      "Single-player experience focused on personal exploration and story, no competitive elements."

    • Continuation
      1

      "Some players replay for achievements and alternate endings, but the short length and limited replay value reduce habitual play."

    • Cooperation
      -5

      "Entirely single-player with no cooperative or multiplayer features."

    • Creativity
      2

      "Players interact with many objects and piece together story elements, encouraging exploration and discovery rather than strict routines."

    • Domination
      -5

      "No social or power dynamics; purely individual experience without dominance or authority over others."

    • Escapism
      4

      "Strong immersive horror atmosphere and VR support provide a compelling escape from reality."

    • Expectation
      -3

      "Players engage voluntarily for horror enjoyment and story interest, not out of obligation."

    • Experimenting
      1

      "Some exploration and puzzle solving encourage trying different approaches, though gameplay is relatively linear."

    • Exploration
      4

      "Exploring a large mansion with many rooms and hidden items is a core gameplay element."

    • Expression
      -4

      "Limited customization or self-expression; players use default character and environment."

    • Fantasy
      4

      "Game centers on supernatural horror, urban legends, and mythical elements like Baba Yaga."

    • Fellowship
      -5

      "No social or community features; solo play only."

    • Growth
      1

      "Players learn story details and puzzle solutions, but skill development is minimal."

    • Health
      -5

      "Sedentary gameplay typical of walking simulators and VR horror, no physical activity emphasis."

    • Idle
      -3

      "Requires focused attention to explore and solve puzzles; not designed for casual or background play."

    • Intimacy
      -5

      "No social interaction or relationship building; purely individual experience."

    • Leadership
      -5

      "No leadership or group management elements."

    • Progression
      2

      "Progression through collecting items and unlocking story elements, but no character upgrades or power accumulation."

    • Relaxation
      -2

      "Tense and suspenseful atmosphere with jump scares; not primarily relaxing."

    • Sensation
      3

      "Strong sensory immersion through sound design, lighting, and VR visuals create emotional engagement."

    • Status
      -5

      "No social recognition or status systems."

    • Story
      4

      "Narrative delivered through environmental storytelling, notes, and collectibles; story is a key motivation."

    • Strategy
      -1

      "Light puzzle solving requires some reasoning but overall straightforward gameplay."

    • Thrill
      3

      "Jump scares and suspense create moments of tension and relief."

    • Value
      -2

      "Many players feel the game is short for its price, recommending purchase on sale."

    • Violence
      -3

      "Limited combat elements; some use of axe and flamethrower but no focus on violence or destruction."

    • Survival
      -4

      "No threat of death or failure; no survival mechanics."

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    Last update: 29/04/2026