That's Not My Neighbor

About That's Not My Neighbor

That's Not My Neighbor is a 2D indie horror simulator released on March 11, 2024 by Nacho Sama. Set in 1955, you take a job as an apartment doorman during a time when human-mimicking monsters called doppelgangers are common. The game runs on PC, Linux, and Mac as a single-player experience. You stand at a desk checking IDs and verifying tenant details to keep the building safe. It feels like a high-stakes clerical job where one mistake gets you eaten. IGDB rates it a solid 77.7 out of 100 based on user feedback. The premise is simple yet terrifying because you cannot afford to miss a single detail while people wait in line behind you.

Gameplay

You sit behind a desk and face a stream of residents needing entry. Each person presents an ID card that you must scan and compare against known tenant records. You look for discrepancies in photos, names, or addresses. Sometimes you have to call the actual apartment number to ask questions if something looks suspicious. The clock ticks down as lines grow longer. If you let a doppelganger in, they kill everyone inside. If you deny a human, they get angry and report you. You manage stress by staying calm and checking every document twice. The controls are basic point-and-click interactions with the files and phone. A typical session involves intense focus as you try to spot subtle visual differences before the monster slips past your desk.

What Players Think

Players on PlayPile have logged significant time testing their detection skills. The average playthrough runs about two hours per run since failures are frequent. Community moods skew toward stressed and satisfied, with 82 percent of reviews calling it addictive. Critic scores from IGDB sit at 77.7 based on twenty-three ratings. Users frequently mention the tension of the final minutes when a long queue builds up. Achievement data shows most players unlock the "Food for Monsters" badge within their first ten attempts. Review snippets highlight how the simple mechanics create genuine panic. Only 15 percent of users report completing all difficulty levels without dying on the first try. The stats prove this is a tough game that demands attention to detail.

PlayPile's Take

This title costs $9.99 and offers around five hours of content across multiple endings. You should play it if you like puzzle games that make you sweat over small details rather than big action sequences. The achievement list pushes you to master the document scanning process completely. It is not a game for casual players who want a relaxed afternoon. The price feels fair given the replay value and the sheer frustration of failing repeatedly. You will get a clear sense of accomplishment only after spotting every trick the doppelgangers try. Stop reading and start checking those IDs before someone gets hurt.

Storyline

In the year 1955, monsters with the ability to mimic humans called doppelgangers have become an everyday problem. As the new doorman of your apartment building it is your job to discern sneaky doppelgangers who wish to infiltrate from regular tenants just looking to go home. Check their documents carefully, pay attention to their appearance, call the tenants to clarify information. Should you fail, both you and the humans are going to be on the menu! The Doppelganger Detection Department (D.D.D.) needs you! There is a vacancy for the doorman position in your building and since you need the money and can't find a job you have no choice. It's 1955 and for unknow reasons doppelganers are more common than normal, so the D.D.D. has taken action on the matter. Your job will be to allow or deny the entry of the subjects who request entry to the building, it seems easy, but be careful, you can't overlook any detail because you could be food for doppelgangers.