Item: That's not my Neighbor.
Rating: 92
Author: Dinsun

Our Site Score

92/100

That's Not My Neighbor is a brilliant take on the 'Papers, Please' style of gameplay, but infused with a deeply unsettling horror vibe. The 1955 setting and the grimy, hand-drawn art style create a sense of dread before a single word is even spoken. It manages to make the mundane task of checking paperwork feel incredibly high-stakes because the consequences of being wrong are visceral and terrifying.

The genius lies in the subtlety of the doppelgängers. Sometimes it’s a glaringly obvious monster, which is almost a relief, but other times it's a tiny typo on an ID card or a slightly different shade of eye color that you might miss if you're rushing. This game perfectly captures that 'uncanny valley' feeling. It’s stressful, addictive, and genuinely creepy. It’s easily one of the best indie horror titles currently available on mobile.

Reviewed on: Thu Mar 21 2024

Dinsun Review

This is exactly what I want from mobile gaming: a strong concept executed with style. It takes the clerical-horror tension of 'Papers, Please' and gives it a localized, personal stakes feeling. Checking the shape of a neighbor's ears or the length of their nose against their file sounds like busywork, but when the music swells and you realize you just let a monster into the building, the dread is real.

The 1955 setting is handled perfectly—the art style is distinct and the analog technology (the rotary phone to call the D.D.D.) adds a layer of immersion. It’s a game of observation and paranoia. My only real complaint is that once you memorize the neighbors' 'correct' looks, some of the tension evaporates, but the 'Nightmare Mode' does a good job of keeping you on your toes. It’s a rare mobile title that feels like it has a real vision.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

Incredible atmosphere and art style
Compelling 'clerical' horror gameplay
Deeply satisfying detective work

Repetition can set in after multiple runs
Limited variety in neighbors
Binary win/loss states can feel abrupt

Technical Report

Performance: Perfect port with responsive touch controls for documents.

Accessibility:

High Contrast Text
Clear Visual Cues

Audience Fit

Buy if: You love detective work, atmospheric horror, and the gameplay of 'Papers, Please'.

Skip if: You want fast action or find paperwork-based mechanics boring.

Similar Games:

Papers, Please
Contraband Police
Do Not Feed the Monkeys

Reviewer Context

Reviewer: Dinsun, 40-year-old conservative expert gamer
Hardware: iPad Pro
Playtime: 8 hours
Status: Mastered S-Rank runs

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

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$3.99 9+★0 0 reviews

Author : Jurre Vos

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Support Languages : English, French, German, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Malay, Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Thai, Traditional Chinese, Turkish, Vietnamese

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Requires iOS 12.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
The Department of Doppelganger Detection (D.D.D.) needs you!
Immerse yourself in the experience of working as a doorman in an apartment complex infested by beings that take on the appearance of your building's neighbors.
That's Not My Neighbor is a job simulator with science fiction elements and a slightly eerie aesthetic that will test your sense of observation and attention to detail.
Your job as a doorman is to allow or deny access to applicants seeking entry to your building. You will use tenants' documents and information to determine whether the applicant is truly human or not.
You will have the power to decide who enters the building and who is rejected or captured by the D.D.D. for extraction.
Include a variety of game modes: achieve different endings based on your performance in Campaign Mode, beat your score in Arcade Mode, test your skill in Nightmare Mode, and design your own tenants in Custom Mode.

Ratings & Reviews

N/A out of 5 with N/A Counts

Age Rating 9+

That's Not My Neighbor is a psychological horror and social deduction game that puts you in the shoes of a security guard for an apartment building in 1955. The world is plagued by doppelgängers—monsters that look like humans—and it is your responsibility to verify the identity of everyone who tries to enter. You must cross-reference their entry permits, ID numbers, and physical appearance against a folder of known residents. If you spot a discrepancy, you must deny entry and contact the Doppelgänger Detection Department (D.D.D.). One mistake could lead to your demise and the end of the residents you are sworn to protect.

Features

Disturbing hand-drawn 1950s aesthetic

Procedural visitor generation for high replayability

Intense atmosphere and jump scares

Complex deduction mechanics

Multiple ending scenarios based on your performance

Tips

Spotting the Impostor

Always compare the height and facial features carefully. Sometimes a doppelgänger will have an extra nostril, a slightly misplaced ear, or a missing mole. Don't just look at the documents—interrogate the person if their story doesn't match the building's records.

Promotion Videos

That's Not My Neighbor Trailer

Gameplays

The Verification Process

Each visitor presents their ID and entry request. You must check the daily list to see if they are expected. Use the telephone to verify their appearance with their family members. If everything is correct, hit the green button; if not, hit the emergency alarm.