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Embers of Mirrim

Embers of Mirrim is a solid puzzle-platformer with atmospheric visuals and storytelling woven into interesting puzzle segments. It's rather short and can sometimes be frustrating due to a few shortcomings, but the overall package is quite fun and engaging to play through once.
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72%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
88% User Score Based on 32 reviews
Critic Score 75%Based on 1 reviews

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About Embers of Mirrim

Embers of Mirrim is a single player casual platformer game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Creative Bytes Studios and was released on May 23, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

To save their world from an alien threat, two proud races must set aside their differences and come together... literally. Embers of Mirrim is an adventure-platformer featuring a mystical creature with the ability to split into light and dark embers, each independently controlled by the analog sticks.

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88%Audience ScoreBased on 32 reviews
gameplay15 positive mentions
stability2 negative mentions
  • Embers of Mirrim features a unique dual-stick mechanic that adds a fresh twist to the platforming genre, making gameplay both innovative and challenging.
  • The game is visually stunning with beautiful graphics, great lighting, and an immersive soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
  • Despite its short length, the game offers engaging puzzles and a satisfying sense of accomplishment when overcoming challenges.
  • The game can feel repetitive, with a limited number of levels and some puzzles that may become tedious over time.
  • Controls can be frustrating at times, particularly with the dual-stick mechanic, which may not be intuitive for all players.
  • The story lacks depth and emotional connection, as the silent protagonists make it difficult to engage with the narrative.

  • gameplay

    33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    45% positive mentions, 46% neutral mentions, 9% negative mentions

    The gameplay of the game features a unique splitting mechanic that allows the main character to divide into two halves, adding a layer of complexity to the platforming experience. While the game introduces new mechanics regularly, some players find the overall gameplay loop to be tedious and lacking in significant change. However, many appreciate the balance of challenge and variety in puzzles, alongside the game's beautiful graphics and engaging atmosphere.

    • “The platforming gameplay is largely straightforward, but the unique property of the main character is the ability -- and the requirement -- to split into two halves, allowing both halves to move about the 2D space independently.”
    • “Solid platformer - just when you start feeling like a mechanic or technique is getting stale, the game either introduces you to a new ability, or ramps up the difficulty.”
    • “Yes, there are new mechanics being introduced regularly, but they don't change the gameplay loop much, in my opinion, at least not so far.”
    • “Although the gameplay sometimes misses that mark, the game nonetheless stands as a worthy experience for those that are looking to try something a little more thoughtful.”
    • “The split mechanic requires the use of both analogue sticks, often in synchronicity, and is only enhanced by level design that encourages skilled play while also not keeping anyone struggling to adapt to the control scheme out.”

  • music

    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    54% positive mentions, 23% neutral mentions, 23% negative mentions

    The music in the game is generally well-received, with many praising its quality and ability to enhance immersion alongside the visuals. While the soundtrack features a limited number of good songs, some users noted that the sound effects could be improved. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's polished indie aesthetic.

    • “The art, music, and cinematography just kept me immersed in each level and cinematic.”
    • “Also, though an indie game, the polish is remarkable - both the music and the visuals are very good.”
    • “[incredibly innovative central mechanic, fantastic music, a real, and fun, challenge].”
    • “The soundtrack is okay, but the sound effects are pretty bad.”
    • “The few songs that are on the soundtrack are pretty good.”
    • “The soundtrack is okay, but the sound effects are pretty bad.”

  • graphics

    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    73% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 27% negative mentions

    The game's graphics receive mixed reviews, with some praising their beauty and polish, likening the aesthetic to "Ori and the Blind Forest," while others note a lack of variety and repetitiveness in the environments. Overall, the visuals are described as gorgeous and atmospheric, contributing positively to the gameplay experience.

    • “Also, though an indie game, the polish is remarkable - both the music and the visuals are very good.”
    • “The graphics are very gorgeous; the game's aesthetic is a little like Ori and the Blind Forest (but again, whereas that is a Metroid clone, this is a linear platformer).”
    • “The graphics are beautifully done and the wordless story is intriguing.”
    • “Graphics-wise, the game is not impressive.”
    • “Graphics-wise, the game is not impressive.”
    • “Relatively low-fi graphics, lack of environment variety, a bit repetitive in parts.”

  • story

    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    33% positive mentions, 34% neutral mentions, 33% negative mentions

    The game's story is presented without words, which some players find intriguing, but it is criticized for being linear and short, taking only about three hours to complete. Many reviewers note a lack of emotional depth in the characters, making it difficult to connect with the narrative. Overall, while the visuals are praised, the storytelling leaves much to be desired.

    • “There's a story, even without words, which is great. Some 'collectibles' (actually, 'findables'), but still it's very linear and short. Indeed, my only complaint is the length; it takes about 3 hours to beat, so you might want to wait for a sale to buy this.”
    • “The graphics are beautifully done and the wordless story is intriguing.”
    • “There's a story, even without words, which is great.”
    • “The story is mediocre; the characters don't emote at all.”
    • “The story is lackluster; silent protagonists make it hard to connect with the narrative.”
    • “The story suffers from rough textures and inconsistent physics, making it difficult to engage with.”

  • atmosphere

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its pleasant and gorgeous visuals, contributing to an engaging experience. Reviewers appreciate the combination of appealing graphics and varied gameplay ideas, enhancing the overall ambiance.

    • “Graphics are good, the atmosphere is pleasant, puzzles are fun and sometimes they'll make your brain freeze.”
    • “Fun dual-analog hook, gorgeous atmosphere, varying gameplay ideas throughout.”

  • stability

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The game has been reported to have several bugs, leading users to suggest waiting for a sale before purchasing. Overall, stability appears to be a concern among players.

    • “Probably wait for a sale... it's a bit buggy.”

  • grinding

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game visually appealing and initially intriguing, but ultimately describe it as tiresome and tedious, detracting from the overall experience.

    • “It looked great in the screenshots and all, the mechanic seemed interesting, but honestly, it's rather just tiresome and tedious.”

  • character development

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The character development in the game is highlighted by its unique visual style and fantastic character designs, which are complemented by great lighting and a moving score. While the gameplay is accessible for newcomers, it offers depth and challenges for those seeking mastery, enhancing the overall character experience.

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Embers of Mirrim is a casual platformer game with fantasy theme. Common tags for Embers of Mirrim include dragons, indie, trading, linear, 2.5d and others.

Embers of Mirrim is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

Embers of Mirrim was released on May 23, 2017.

Embers of Mirrim was developed by Creative Bytes Studios.

Embers of Mirrim has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked Embers of Mirrim for its gameplay but disliked it for its story.

Embers of Mirrim is a single player game.