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Nine Hours, Nine Persons, Nine Doors
Nine Hours, Nine Persons, Nine DoorsA tense visual novel where nine strangers solve deadly puzzles to escape.
Zero Critical
Zero CriticalUnravel a sci‑fi mystery as sanity slips on a remote research base.
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Nine Hours, Nine Persons, Nine Doors is a murder‑mystery visual novel that blends point‑and‑click adventure with challenging puzzle rooms. Players guide Junpei and eight other characters through a series of locked chambers, making dialogue choices that shape the branching storyline. The game demands multiple playthroughs to uncover its full narrative, offering a horror‑thriller atmosphere and a deep, suspenseful plot that rewards careful observation and logical thinking.

You play as an investigator probing the death of a scientist on an isolated research station. As you piece together clues about the enigmatic SATIN project, the line between reality and madness begins to blur.\nThe game blends classic point‑and‑click adventure mechanics with atmospheric puzzles, delivering a deep story driven by memorable characters and a haunting setting. Its focus on narrative and psychological tension makes each discovery feel weighty and unsettling.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Horror
Puzzle Adventure
Best for
Fans of narrative puzzle adventures
Fans of narrative puzzle adventures
Specifications
General
msrp
$19.99
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release date
2009-12-10
1998-12-31
Specifications
developer
Chunsoft
Istvan Pely Productions
publisher
Spike, Aksys Games
Bethesda Softworks
age rating
ESRB M
ESRB E
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
90/100
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Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Rich, branching storyline
  • Engaging puzzle design
  • Strong atmospheric horror elements
  • High replay value
  • Deep, character‑driven storyline
  • Atmospheric sci‑fi setting
  • Thought‑provoking puzzles
  • Multiple endings based on player choices
Cons
  • Requires multiple playthroughs to see all content
  • Some puzzles can be obscure
  • Limited combat or action gameplay
  • Retro graphics may not appeal to everyone
  • Limited hint system can lead to frustration
  • Pacing can feel slow for action‑oriented players
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