That's Not My Neighbor

That's Not My Neighbor is an impressive 2D horror game with its own unique approach to work simulation. Developed by Nacho Sama and released recently in February 2024, it offers players to immerse themselves in the tense atmosphere of a 1955 apartment building where strange and inexplicable events take place.

In this game, you take on the role of a doorman who must maintain order and calmness in the building while solving the creepy mysteries of the apartment building like a real detective. You will become the first line of security for access to the building. At first glance, the job seems ordinary - to meet tenants, accept parcels, clean the entranceway. But soon it becomes clear that something is wrong here.

Players will be immersed in a world where every corner and every sound can hide danger. Interaction with the inhabitants of the house, attention to detail and the ability to react quickly to unexpected events will be the key to successful gameplay. That's Not My Neighbor promises to be an unforgettable experience for all horror fans and fans of games with a deep and well-developed plot.

Plot and Concept

The world of the game is consumed by panic due to the appearance of so-called "doppelgangers" - creatures that perfectly imitate humans. Your task is to become a guardian of law and order, detecting and preventing these doppelgangers from entering the building.

Gameplay and Mechanics

In the role of a doorman, you will perform your daily duties. But the main task is to verify the identities of the occupants using various methods. You will have to:

• Checking ID cards : check the documents against the database to make sure they are authentic.
• Check apartment numbers: make sure each resident is where they are supposed to be.
• Phone calls : confirm residents' arrival by calling the numbers listed in their profiles

Atmosphere and Tension

An intimidating atmosphere grows with each new day of the work shift. You will encounter increasingly suspicious characters and making the wrong decision can lead to dire consequences. These elements give the game a special moral weight, forcing you to scrutinize your every action.

Visual and Audio Styles

The game features an attractive pixel-art style that enhances the retro-horror atmosphere. The audio design complements the visual elements, creating a tense and immersive atmosphere.

Benefits and features of That's Not My Neighbor:

•  Retro-horror atmosphere: the game transports you to the mid-20th century, offering meticulously recreated details of the era that enhance the sense of suspense and mystery.
• Intriguing plot: every action you take affects the development of events. Discover all the secrets hiding behind the apartment doors and find out which of the residents is the real enemy.
• Unique gameplay: combining elements of horror and work simulation creates a unique game experience. You will have to perform the daily duties of a doorman, while facing frightening events and unexplained phenomena.
• Multi-layered characters: meet the diverse and detailed residents of the house. Each of them has their own secrets and motives that you will have to unravel.
• Mysteries and puzzles: to survive and uncover all the secrets, you'll have to solve various puzzles and use logic to interact with your surroundings.

Neighbors

Neighbors in That's Not My Neighbor are real people who are not dangerous. However, they can be accidentally mistaken for doppelgangers and mistakenly not allowed home. Neighbors sometimes forget their belongings, such as hats or other accessories, which can add to the confusion.

Neighbors on the first floor:

• Room 1152 - F01: Roman Stilnski (accountant) and Lois Stilnski (homemaker) are married.
• Room 2668 - F02: Robert Sky Peachman (shoemaker) and Albert Sky Peachman (shoemaker) - family.
• Room 5513 - F03: Angus Ciprianni (businessman).
• Room 6996 - F04: Selena Swertz (model) and Elenua Swertz (model) are twin sisters.

 Neighbors on the second floor:

• Room 5123 - F01: Arnold Schmicht (writer) and Gloria Schmicht (banker) are married.
• Room 7332 - F02: Izzak Gauss (reporter).
• Room 6431 - F03: Margaret Bubbles (seamstress).

Room 1346 - F04: Nacha Michaelis (cook) and Anastacha Michaelis (student) are sisters.

Neighbors on the third floor:

• Room 1425 - F01: Mia Stone (teacher) and Dr. W. Afton (physicist).
• Room 4122 - F02: Frances Mosses (milkman).
• Room 4242 - F03: Stephen Radboys (pilot) and Macloy Radboys (retired) - son and father.
• Room 4258 - F04: Alf Capucin (lawyer) and Raftellyn Capucin (housewife) are married.

D.D.D. (Doppelganger Detection Division). 

This fictional organization plays a key role in the game's plot. In 1955, doppelgangers have become a real threat. You, playing as the doorman of an apartment building, must check everyone who wants to enter to identify imposters. Your job is to use clues and strict protocols to protect the real tenants, or call the D.D.D. for help.

Doppelgangers

The main antagonists of the game are creatures known as doppelgangers. They are able to mimic humans perfectly, copying appearance, voice, and even memories. Their motives remain a mystery, but their presence threatens the safety of the inhabitants of the house, and you personally.

Tools

Before you start your shift, familiarize yourself with the tools in your compact office. They will become your arsenal against the threat of doppelgangers:

• Phone: Contact your D.D.D. employer for clarification and instructions.
• Checklists: Record each visitor's details, including personal and job information.
• Security window: Watch for potential abusers. Pay attention to extra eyes, unusual openings, and other suspicious signs.
• Allow/Disallow Entry buttons: Make informed choices to avoid dire consequences.
• Folders: Sort completed forms into labeled folders for each floor.
• Emergency Button: If you are certain you have encountered a doppelganger, press this button to alert D.D.D. and destroy the impostor.
• Trapdoor: Obtain documents from visitors through the trapdoor under the window, avoiding direct contact.

The atmosphere of the game "That's Not My Neighbor" is filled with tension and moral dilemmas, which makes it truly exciting and addictive. Be careful and make informed and prudent decisions every time to protect your neighbors from the danger of invading doppelgangers.