# Doors & Keys

> Puzzle

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id893651471](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id893651471)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id893651471`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Parker Stech
- **Category:** Puzzle
- **Rating:** 4.40 / 5 (156 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.224
- **Last updated:** 2016-11-10
- **First published:** 2014-08-08
- **Size:** 31 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-07
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/doors-keys/id893651471)
- **Website:** [http://doorsandkeys.net](http://doorsandkeys.net/)

## Description

Doors & Keys is a bite-sized puzzle game for Chrome. The core loop is simple: two colored doors appear—one locked, one unlocked. Tap the unlocked door to advance; choose the locked door and you’re out. Every fifth level presents two doors of the same color, with one hiding a key you can collect and keep in your inventory until you use it on a door of that color.

Keys can be earned by sharing Doors & Keys on social media or via the Doors & Keys Store. The Skeleton Key is a special upgrade (requires the 4-solt upgrade) that lets you auto-unlock any locked door if you don’t have its key, lasting for five unlocks.

## Rankings

- #116,690 — Overall

## Review summary

Doors & Keys is a frustrating, engaging time-killer praised for its simple, mindless door-opening gameplay and its ability to distract and refocus the mind. Many users find it addictive and appreciate creator engagement. However, the frustration can be off-putting for some, and a subset feel it doesn’t meet expectations or may have mixed implications for sobriety. Overall, it’s a polarizing but effective tool for distraction and mood shifting.

### Pros

- Frustration-by-design keeps players engaged and is a core part of its appeal.
- Helps with addiction management by providing a distraction and a way to refocus the mind.
- Simple, mindless gameplay that’s easy to pick up and play.
- Acts as a time-killer that can entertain for hours.
- Creator engagement and responsiveness (notes/videos) add a personal touch.

### Cons

- Frustration can be too intense or off-putting for some players.
- Some users feel it doesn’t meet expectations or comes off as a 'boring mess' rather than a fun puzzle.
- Mixed sobriety impact: helpful for some in distraction, but warnings exist about triggering relapse or being unsuitable for recovery.
- A few reviews question whether the game matches its promised description.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id893651471)