Alice: Behind the Mirror

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Alice: Behind the Mirror is a single player action game. It was developed by Mzonestudio and was released on April 6, 2018. It received positive reviews from players.

"Alice: Behind the Mirror" is a continuation of the classic Alice in Wonderland story, where Alice returns to Wonderland to save it from the menacing Jabberwocky. Explore iconic locations, solve puzzles, and interact with beloved characters to restore chaos and order. The game features beautiful visuals and a wide range of minigames.

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88%

Audience ScoreBased on 94 reviews

story12 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

Beautiful graphics and engaging art style that captures the whimsical essence of Alice in Wonderland.
Charming narrative with interesting trivia about Lewis Carroll and the Alice in Wonderland lore, enhancing the overall experience.
Variety of hidden object scenes and puzzles that provide a relaxing yet engaging gameplay experience, suitable for both casual and more experienced players.

Some puzzles and hidden object scenes can be frustrating due to glitches, obscure item placements, and occasionally poor graphics quality.
The game is relatively short, with a playtime of around 2-3 hours, which may leave some players wanting more content.
Technical issues such as crashes and a lack of customization options for graphics settings detract from the overall experience.

story
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in "Alice - Behind the Mirror" is a charming and whimsical continuation of the classic Alice in Wonderland narrative, featuring engaging puzzles and a visually immersive atmosphere. While the plot is relatively simple and not groundbreaking, it effectively motivates players to explore and solve challenges, enhanced by trivia about Lewis Carroll and the original story. Overall, the game offers a light-hearted experience with a well-paced progression, appealing to fans of hidden object adventures.
- “The narrative, while not overly complex, effectively sets the stage for a whimsical yet urgent quest that motivates players to explore, solve puzzles, and restore balance to this beloved world.”
- “The visual atmosphere helps immerse players in the storybook world, reinforcing the sense of wonder and mystery that is central to the game’s appeal.”
- “Btm has an original story that serves as the continuation of the classic Alice story, which is told through 3D models based somewhat on the Disney adaptations - strangely, both the cartoon and live-action films.”
- “Your plot is fairly simple; you play as Alice and you are back from Wonderland, but you have to go back to help your friends.”
- “After playing a number of hidden-object games, I've come to a sad conclusion that they often have silly storylines, bright, childish, and unsophisticated artwork.”
- “Story is very basic.”
graphics
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the vibrant and imaginative art style that draws inspiration from Lewis Carroll's Wonderland, while others criticize the quality as inconsistent, describing it as either charmingly cartoonish or poorly executed. Some players noted difficulties in spotting hidden objects due to the graphics blending with the background, and there are complaints about the lack of customization options for mobile graphics. Overall, while the artwork is appreciated by some, it is seen as simplistic and not on par with other titles in the genre.
- “Visually, the game stands out with its vibrant and imaginative art style that pays homage to Lewis Carroll’s Wonderland while adding its own unique flair.”
- “A very nice hidden object game; pretty graphics and a lot of hidden object scenes--more than usual I think--and the scenes are pretty clever.”
- “This is my 3rd Alice in Wonderland themed hidden object game and I like this one the best because it's more challenging and the graphics are cute!”
- “Sometimes HOG items were hard to notice due to poor graphics.”
- “There's no way for gamers to try to improve the low quality mobile phone graphics.”
- “Graphics were simple, colorful, and cartoonish.”
music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally described as fitting and enjoyable, with a chill ambient quality that complements the whimsical tone. However, some players find it repetitive and have opted to turn it off in favor of their own music. Technical issues have also been reported, affecting the music playback experience.
- “The soundtrack and sound effects, while understated, contribute effectively to the whimsical yet slightly mysterious tone of the game.”
- “The art is good, the music is good.”
- “Enjoyable background music.”
- “The music was atrocious, so I turned it off and used some of my own.”
- “I can't speak to these once you get past the drawing room because I just kept them both switched off and had my own music playing elsewhere that didn't take me out of it.”
- “Music is very repetitive, turned it off.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of this indie hidden-object adventure game is characterized by engaging puzzle mechanics and richly detailed environments that challenge players to find cleverly concealed items. While the variety in gameplay helps maintain interest, some players note that it can become mildly repetitive and may test patience with obscure item locations. Overall, the game offers a charming experience, though its linearity and short duration may limit its appeal.
- “Indie is a charming hidden-object adventure game that revisits the classic wonderland story with a fresh perspective and engaging puzzle mechanics.”
- “The gameplay centers around meticulously crafted hidden-object scenes that challenge players to find a variety of items cleverly concealed within richly detailed environments.”
- “Additionally, some hidden-object challenges involve locating extremely small or obscure items, which may test patience and sometimes lead to trial-and-error gameplay.”
- “I recommend buying it when it's on sale, considering that it's only around 3 hours of gameplay.”
- “It's not a super long game and is mildly repetitive, but it's to be expected with the type of gameplay this is.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's visual atmosphere effectively immerses players in a storybook world, enhancing the sense of wonder and mystery that is key to its appeal.
- “The visual atmosphere helps immerse players in the storybook world, reinforcing the sense of wonder and mystery that is central to the game’s appeal.”
- “The haunting soundtrack perfectly complements the eerie visuals, creating a captivating atmosphere that keeps players on the edge of their seats.”
- “Every detail in the environment contributes to a rich and immersive atmosphere, making exploration feel like a journey through a living painting.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game has received mixed feedback; while some players report no bugs or glitches during gameplay, others have experienced frustrating design issues and technical problems, such as music playback errors and glitches in certain puzzles. Overall, the game's stability appears inconsistent, with some users encountering significant interruptions.
- “Some of the puzzles, particularly certain maze segments, have been noted for occasional glitches or frustrating design choices that can interrupt the flow.”
- “Not been updated, buggy - ugly and not working properly - it literally made me exit Steam so the music stops because it didn't come through the game anymore but through the Steam client.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users highlight that the game offers infinite replayability, suggesting that players can enjoy it repeatedly without losing interest.
- “Infinitely replayable.”
- “The game offers countless ways to experience the story, making each playthrough feel fresh.”
- “With multiple endings and diverse character choices, I find myself coming back for more.”
- “Once you finish the main story, there's little incentive to play again since the side quests feel repetitive and uninspired.”
- “The game lacks meaningful choices that would encourage multiple playthroughs; it feels like a one-and-done experience.”
- “After completing the game, I found that the lack of varied endings or significant changes in gameplay made it hard to justify replaying.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization of "Alice - Behind the Mirror" has been criticized as a cash grab, with users noting that it feels like a basic mobile game poorly ported to PC. The game relies on simplistic hidden object mechanics, which many feel do not justify its pricing or presence on the Steam platform.
- “Alice - Behind the Mirror is a mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as if it were a real PC game (it's not). It's a cash grab from greedy mobile developers. The game is a very basic hidden object puzzle game where you tap on your iPhone screen when you see the hidden objects in each junk pile you're supposed to sort through in this Lewis Carroll-themed mobile app.”
- “The monetization in this game is outrageous. It feels like every corner you turn, there's a prompt to spend more money. It's frustrating and takes away from the overall experience.”
- “I can't believe how much they charge for in-game items. It feels like they designed the game to be unplayable without spending real money, which is just disappointing.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally find grinding enjoyable, though some note that certain elements can make the experience feel tedious at times.
- “I enjoy it, but there were a few things that made it a bit tedious.”
- “The grinding feels endless and often becomes a chore rather than a fun activity.”
- “I find the repetitive nature of grinding to be frustrating and it detracts from the overall experience.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in this hidden object game is highlighted by its funny story and amusing trivia related to Lewis Carroll and "Alice in Wonderland," providing a refreshing and entertaining experience. Players appreciate the blend of beautiful graphics and smooth music that complements the comedic elements, making it a standout in its genre.
- “An authentic hidden object game with beautiful graphics, smooth music, and a funny story—something developers rarely create in recent years.”
- “The shinies consist of interesting and at times very funny trivia about Lewis Carroll and Alice in Wonderland.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development is praised for its faithful yet modernized designs, successfully blending nostalgia with fresh interpretations of iconic figures like the Mad Hatter and the Queen of Hearts.
- “Character designs are faithful to the source material but refreshed with subtle modern touches, making familiar figures like the Mad Hatter and the Queen of Hearts feel both nostalgic and new.”

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Alice: Behind the Mirror is a action game.

Alice: Behind the Mirror is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 3 hours playing Alice: Behind the Mirror.

Alice: Behind the Mirror was released on April 6, 2018.

Alice: Behind the Mirror was developed by Mzonestudio.

Alice: Behind the Mirror has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Alice: Behind the Mirror is a single player game.

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