VN - Ren'Py - Heaven's Door [Ch.1 .01] [AlterWorlds]

I am a fan of the DEV's previous game. So I may write a review for his game. (Kinda forgot if I wrote a review of his previous game so I might just write for this one)

For Ch.1.01 review (Might be updated for later chapters)

First of all. most of the love interests are around the strip club and it is a harem game. Almost sound like a bad combination. I can assure you that there is not any NTR OR such kind related elements. Don't be fooled by the surface of strippers/dancers love interests, you won't feel anything uncomfortable unless you are bothered by those love interests giving lap dances/talking to other men.

The animation and images are good as before. Nothing I can complain.

The models of love interests are quite different from each other, the personality of all of them are unique.

The dialogue between characters is ok, but can do better.

The plot so far is getting interesting. Hope it will not turn into another shit drama.

For the setting of the MC, finally a good looking mature MC back in a harem game. The beard looks good.

There is not much to tell (if not spoiling the plot) in chapter 1, it is a great start for a new game. Looking forwards to future updates.

Off topic: The game name' Heaven's door always remind me of one thing, I don't know why, it is the JOJO stand Made in Heaven, it was always me, DIO.

Coming here from your first game

Initial reviews have very intriguing content

LI is diverse and has options of your choice

The only point is that if LI was in a nightclub, it would be reasonable to have swinging content, although it wouldn't be okay if there wasn't.

It's just the first update so the plot reveal is still limited so I'll wait for the next updates

Great start! Beautiful characters, both men and women. Beautiful landscape and quite interesting locations and decor.
AlterWorlds @Slockie , @Storm
AW - You nailed the setting and the feelings of a barren landscape with no promise and shallow appearances, where the people are the hailmary, songs of freedom and human connection, colluding together to make all the places in the game come alive.
Hell hole our Main Character is in and wallowing in it at the start is getting contrasted by all the beautiful human beings dragging him outta there, which is a wonderful blossom of feelings we are happy to go through in a soothing and enticing succession all throughout this game.

Valerie was the hailmary angelic sweetheart fabulous bombshell to save us all as we could only bare witnesses to her absolute beauty within and without - this game has huge shoes to fill in terms of astounding, beloved, strong and disarming beauty to save the world, one player at a time.

Good renders, attractive looking girls and some decent writing (even if the plot is rather generic). The most dissapointing thing I think so far is that it's clear that all of the girls and LI are gonna be strippers. Was hoping that maybe there would be some other characters you can meet like maybe some female patrons or just any girls outside of the club but it doesn't seem to be the case. Not thrilled about the idea of getting with a bunch of strippers showing off infront of a bunch of other dudes. If you're fine with that then I guess it's fine. My other biggest complaint is the plot or story, it's just very generic and been done a million times. Guy drinks himself silly, beats up a bunch of thugs harassing the girls, guy has some type of chronic illness or traumatic event etc. Woulda liked to see some fresh stuff here. Overall, it's really not a bad game and it's probably like a 3.5 or maybe a 4 if you can tolerate dating a bunch of strippers.

Review of Version 0.1 - of Heaven's Door by Alter Worlds


------> UI & Sound <------
- The UI is simply put, perfect. Nothing unnecessary. Nothing needed.
- The sound was surprising. I don't mean only the music, the sound effects. I would risk to say I felt some spacialization, or, maybe my headphones played tricks on me.
- The music felt adequate to the environment.

------> Graphics <------
- This team has already lots of experience and know-how, so it wasn't really a surprise to see this level of quality and attention to detail. Each and every still and animation felt perfectly planned, poised, illuminated and rendered.
- Photography wise, while not making use of eccentric planes or extreme ones, the use of a combination of pans created the necessary level of mobile view point that avoided viewer fatigue. To my taste, it could have a bit more extravagant planes, but, no real complaints here. Just a lot of envy for the technical quality displayed, really.

------> Text & Writing <------

- Kudos, I didn't manage to catch a SINGLE typo. That doesn't mean there are none, it means that I didn't catch them. Probably not the first time this happens, but, what's important is what it means: Care & Attention. Surprising? No. Extremely pleasing.
- The dialogues flow. Naturally. In the case of Mika, they felt so, so, right...
- There's some narration, but it isn't too heavy, and it felt actually too light... We are somewhat used to longer exposures to walls of text, this felt a bit light. Not really a problem, but a surprise.

------> Characters <------

- The ones we got to meet up close, were all amazing. Personalities, traits, expressions, gestures, everything... was top notch.
- The ones more remote... like Sapphire and her girlfriend, and Kitten, managed to create interest in getting closer.
- The male characters in the club staff, were also interesting, without creepy vibes. Rather unusual. I expected some.
- The obvious creeps... well were obvious. Well done.

------> Story <------

- This is rather simple, and at the same time, rather complex. As the MC managed to say in the fight scene "He's someone that has nothing to lose". He's also, either by choice (as it appears to be) or by force, quite lonely, with only the Bourbon bottles to keep him company.
- That he even attempts to find temporary company, since he doesn't seem interested in more than that initially, on the persons that sell that exactly product, is rather unsurprising. What is surprising, is that he later discovers that they are giving him a reason to drop the company of the bottle.
- His navigation of a death sentence in the form of an unbeatable disease, while rediscovering a interest and a reason to live, is particularly intriguing and has captured my interest.

------> Conclusion <------

A very good start that instantly managed to grab my imagination. The portray of Strippers/Exotic Dancers was one of the best I have seen so far. Turning them into the Love Interests, instead of fetishes, is BOLD, daring and quite pleasing. Giving them a human dimension while respecting their individuality and nature, will not be a easy task, but I feel that this team will be able to do it.

------> Rating <------

A SOLID and very deserved: 5*****

Verdict: MUST PLAY

Really strong first chapter that builds on the kind of quality we've come to expect from the AW devs after the conclusion of Bare Witness.

I'm usually hesitant to play new avns when they first come out, due to bugs, and the fact that a lot of VN's take a while to find themselves and get interesting.

This definitely hit the ground running. The girls are hot, funny, smart, sassy, catty. They are well written and are already showing they have personalities.

My two favorites right now are Mika and Coral. Patricia and Nikki are tied for third.

I can't wait to meet the rest of the girls and get to know them in game.

Will eagerly be waiting for updates.

Great first chapter. From the developers of Bare Witness which is a favourite AVN of mine, so you know that these guys will deliver which is a rare thing these days. Really looking forward to more of this!

I mostly enjoyed the devs previous game (Bare Witness), mainly the characters but found the general story lacklustre. When I initially started this game, I felt like it would be more the same, with-it taking place in a strip club, having great characters but possibly not having the best story. But as it went on, I got more intrigued by the story and have already fallen in love with the characters.

Pros:
- Fantastic Graphics
- Beautiful Models
- Interesting MC
- Intriguing plot

Cons:
- Has abit of a slow start and picks up towards the end of the update.

Looking forward to the next update

This game is interesting good render, people that are not simply copy past of other personage, and personality are implemented, so you will ask what make me remove a star ?

The background of the MC (without spoiler) i found it quite ridiculous, yes we all react differently in his case (again to not spoil), but here i found it too much far fetched so minus one star.

but 4/5 is pretty good already

I don't rate many games but I had to for this one. For a first release there is quite a bit of content. The girls are gorgeous and the story is really good so far. Really looking forward to seeing where this one will go.

From the creators of Bare Witness, we are introduced to Heaven's Door.

Having just finished the first chapter, I can already say that this game is something I'll be playing until it's finished.

The girls are gorgeous, there is obvious story behind the MC and a huge reveal at the end that will make you wonder how things are going to continue.

The setting is quite unique for this website, as most of the girls are actually strippers, so probably most people will not enjoy this. I however must say, do try it out, you won't regret giving it a shot!

I'd say this was a wonderful introduction for the game and I look forward to future releases. Apparently you can have all the girls in this game, so for you harem enjoyers out there including me, we are eating good.