Welcome, brave reaper! So, you’ve picked up Death’s Door, the beautifully grim and surprisingly charming action-adventure game from Acid Nerve. maybe you’re a little lost, a bit stuck, or just want to make sure you don’t miss anything along the way. Don’t worry—I’ve got you covered with this detailed walkthrough. Let’s go soul-reaping, shall we?
Table of Contents
Getting Started: The Crow and the Bureaucracy of Death
You begin your journey as a small black crow working for the Reaping Commission. Sounds spooky, but it’s more 9-to-5 than it is grimdark. Right away, you’re dropped into a black-and-white world called the Hall of Doors—your hub for travel and upgrades. Your first target? A standard soul. Easy, right?
Pro Tip: Get used to the dodge-roll. Seriously. It’s your best friend. Use it to dodge attacks, cover ground faster, and look cool.
First Major Area: The Lost Cemetery
Once your standard soul is snatched away by a mysterious figure (rude), you’ll chase them into the Lost Cemetery. This zone serves as a central hub connecting to most major areas in the game. It’s full of environmental puzzles, sealed doors, and enemies.
What To Do:
- Light all the torches you can find. Many doors require fire magic, so you’ll have to come back later.
- Find the Reaper Door in this area to unlock fast travel.
- Collect soul orbs to upgrade your stats at the Hall of Doors (my go-to first upgrade is Strength or Haste).
You’ll soon meet the mysterious Steadhone the Gravedigger—a poetic skeleton who’s more friend than foe. He’ll help you get oriented.
First Great Soul: The Urn Witch’s Estate
Alright, now the real fun (and frustration) begins. Your first major boss is Betty, also known as the Urn Witch. Her mansion is gorgeous but deadly—think Resident Evil with a ceramic obsession.
Inside the Estate:
- You’ll solve puzzles using Flame Magic. After defeating her minions and solving some clever environmental puzzles, you’ll unlock this ability.
- Tip: Use your fire ability to light urns and trigger switches. It’s also handy in combat against plant enemies.
Mini-Boss: Pot Lord (okay, not his real name)
- These big pot dudes are no joke. Learn to bait their attacks and strike after their animation finishes. Rinse and repeat.
Boss Fight – Urn Witch (Betty)
- She’s a mix of close-range slams and ranged pot-throws. Time your dodges, stay behind her, and keep an eye on your surroundings.
- Once defeated, you’ll absorb her Great Soul. One down, two to go!
Next Stop: The Frog King’s Domain (Overgrown Ruins)
Ready to hop into danger? The next Great Soul you’re after is controlled by the Frog King in the Overgrown Ruins—a lush, puzzle-filled jungle.
Getting Around:
- You’ll unlock the Hookshot here. It lets you grapple across gaps and reach new areas. Game-changer!
- This zone is very Zelda-esque. You’ll be flipping switches, rotating platforms, and battling tough plant monsters.
Boss Fight – Frog King
- He talks a lot of smack. Don’t let it get to you.
- His fight involves slam attacks and platform shenanigans. Watch your footing!
- Again, dodge like your life depends on it (because it does).
After Victory: Another Great Soul in your pocket. The Lost Cemetery opens up even more now, so explore!
Third Great Soul: Betty the Yeti (Mountain Tops)
Your last major foe is Betty, a giant yeti-like beast. Her icy domain is a stark contrast to the jungle—literally freezing.
What to Know:
- The icy paths are narrow, the enemies are fast, and the puzzles get trickier.
- You’ll unlock the Bomb Spell, which is used for breaking cracked walls and dealing explosive damage.
Boss Fight – Betty
- This is one of the tougher fights. She charges fast and slams hard.
- Keep a mid-distance, watch her windups, and chip away at her health while dodging like crazy.
- When she roars and lunges—ROLL.
Defeating Betty completes the trio of Great Souls. Now it’s time to return to the Hall of Doors for… a surprise.
The Truth Behind the Door
Plot twist time! Without spoiling too much, once you’ve got all three Great Souls, you gain access to the Death’s Door itself. Things go from quirky to very existential.
The final stretch of the game takes you into deeper lore territory. There are a few more areas to explore and secrets to uncover.
Optional Clean-up:
Before heading into the final sequence, consider:
- Finding all the Shrines (Health and Magic upgrades).
- Unlocking all weapons—each has unique abilities and combos.
- Collecting Shiny Things—they’re lore items, but also just fun.
Final Area: The Truth and the Endgame
Without spoiling too much, the final area is a mix of emotional storytelling, beautiful environments, and challenging combat.
Final Boss – No spoilers, but here’s some advice:
- Be patient.
- Memorize the patterns.
- Keep cool under pressure.
When it’s over, the game rewards you with a quiet, reflective ending. It’s not a fireworks-and-flames type of finale—it’s thoughtful. Beautiful, even.
Post-Game and 100% Completion
Want to go all in? After beating the game, you can:
- Collect the remaining Vitality and Magic Shrines.
- Complete the Rusty Garden’s secret paths.
- Unlock the True Ending by collecting all Shiny Things and using the Old Photograph.
There’s more to the world of Death’s Door than meets the eye, and Acid Nerve packed a lot of charm and hidden detail into every nook and cranny.
Final Thoughts
Death’s Door is one of those rare indie games that feels like a full-course meal. The combat is tight, the puzzles are clever, and the story sneaks up on you with surprising emotional weight.
Whether you’re here for the boss fights, the exploration, or just to vibe with the game’s melancholic yet hopeful tone—you’re in for a treat.
Thanks for stopping by this walkthrough! If it helped you, or if you just love talking about crows with swords and ceramic witches, drop a comment. I’d love to hear how your journey through Death’s Door went.
Until next time—keep dodging, keep slashing, and keep reaping.
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