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Mimic Search

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90%Game Brain Score
atmosphere, story
music, grinding
90% User Score Based on 518 reviews

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Mimic Search is a single player action game with a horror theme. It was developed by Gemezl and was released on May 2, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

"Mimic Search" is an indie horror game where you play as a police officer investigating a mimic attack in an open world setting. The game features VHS aesthetics, atmospheric ambience, and volumetric lighting, providing a short, but intense horror experience. Explore and neutralize the mimic to keep the area safe.

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90%
Audience ScoreBased on 518 reviews
atmosphere43 positive mentions
grinding2 negative mentions
  • The atmosphere is fantastic, creating a genuinely creepy and tense experience throughout the game.
  • It's a short and free game that offers a fun and engaging horror experience, with effective jump scares.
  • The gameplay mechanics, including exploration and NPC interactions, add depth to the story and enhance the overall immersion.
  • The game is very short, which may leave players wanting more content and a more fleshed-out experience.
  • Driving mechanics can be clunky, and the lack of checkpoints can be frustrating if players die during the final encounter.
  • The ending feels anticlimactic and could benefit from a more impactful conclusion or twist.
  • atmosphere
    61 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere in the game is widely praised for its effectiveness in creating tension and a sense of unease, with many players noting its ability to evoke genuine fear without relying heavily on jump scares. Reviewers highlight the impressive sound design, eerie lighting, and immersive environments that contribute to a chilling experience, making it a standout feature of the game. Overall, the atmosphere is described as well-crafted, engaging, and a key element that enhances the horror experience.

    • “The game does a solid job of establishing a tense atmosphere, with a mood that keeps you cautious about every interaction.”
    • “The atmosphere and build-up is fantastic, leaving me legitimately spooked for most of the playthrough.”
    • “From the ominous shadows to eerie sounds, everything blends together to create an unbreakable atmosphere of horror.”
    • “So the atmosphere was there, but the story was not.”
    • “The game leans more towards exploration and scientific jargon than the original's generally scary atmosphere.”
    • “The atmosphere and suspense.”
  • story
    52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating its short, spooky narrative centered around a mimic attack, while others found it lacking depth and engagement. The atmosphere is often praised, but the pacing and character development leave much to be desired, leading to a range of opinions on its overall effectiveness. Despite its flaws, some players enjoyed the simplicity and tension of the storyline, making it a decent choice for fans of short horror experiences.

    • “Fun little story game that doesn't take too long to complete.”
    • “Awesome story and build up to the final part.”
    • “Firstly, it stands out with its compelling storyline, creating a tense and mysterious atmosphere throughout.”
    • “While the dialogue-driven approach is fine, the overall story doesn’t provide enough to fully engage with or invest in.”
    • “So the atmosphere was there, but the story was not.”
    • “I cannot give this game a positive review because the story was boring and the setting was uninspired.”
  • gameplay
    46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is generally well-received, with players appreciating the mechanics, story, and atmosphere, though some find it repetitive and limited, particularly in terms of exploration and interaction. While the driving and NPC interactions add depth, the gameplay can feel drawn out, especially when requiring players to replay sections after dying. Overall, it offers a mix of engaging elements and simple mechanics, making it enjoyable for those who appreciate indie horror experiences.

    • “The graphics, the gameplay, everything was smooth!”
    • “This quick run through of a game was interesting, scary without the need for jump scares, and had intuitive mechanics.”
    • “With its gripping storyline, exciting gameplay, and impressive horror environment, it's an excellent choice for horror enthusiasts.”
    • “You must drive that car for so long to find all NPCs (for achievement and better understanding of lore), which makes gameplay longer but not interesting. If you die after finding a mimic, you must replay everything.”
    • “The whole gameplay is limited to a walking simulator in this forest-like environment with some landmarks to help you keep track of the story.”
    • “The gameplay has nothing to do with identifying a mimic, so knowing the characteristics of a mimic does nothing for the player.”
  • graphics
    36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the retro PS1-style aesthetic and VHS effects that enhance the horror atmosphere, while others criticize issues like fuzzy rendering and choppy performance. Many players appreciate the unique art style and atmospheric design, which effectively contributes to the game's tension and overall experience. However, there are concerns about the quality of the graphics, with some suggesting that they appear borrowed from asset stores, leading to a lack of originality.

    • “The graphics, the gameplay, everything was smooth!”
    • “The graphics are very good; it does a good job in capturing the feel of a retro horror game with a nice use of colors and designs.”
    • “None of these NPCs feel trustworthy, which definitely added to the experience, and the visuals were excellently designed to combine a retro art style with modern lighting.”
    • “But this time, the graphics were still fuzzy, the rendering choppy (making driving awful), and white light was broken up into RGB.”
    • “The game graphics look better than you might expect, but that's just because it looks like some or all of them are 'borrowed' from asset stores or wherever.”
    • “The graphics are pretty much PSX style and combined with the VHS effect it's very good looking (reminds me of F2F).”
  • humor
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is highlighted by its absurd and unexpected moments, such as the juxtaposition of fear and comedic elements, like crashing into characters and the exaggerated reactions. Players find the game amusing, with funny scenarios and dialogue that lighten the tension, despite some criticism of the ending. Overall, the humor adds a unique charm to the immersive horror experience.

    • “Really interesting and funny simple game.”
    • “I found it funny that you can crash your car into people and it's like they are brick walls.”
    • “The repeated screams are hilarious.”
  • music
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is minimal, with some reviewers noting that its absence enhances realism and discomfort, while others feel it detracts from the experience due to a lack of intense background music and ambience. Although the soundtrack is immersive during key moments, many players desire more casual musical elements to lighten the atmosphere. Overall, the sparse use of music contributes to an eerie ambiance, but some players find it too limited.

    • “The graphics have seen a significant upgrade, and the soundtrack is even more immersive, making every moment feel larger than life.”
    • “Like their last game, the atmosphere is eerie with its dark lighting and minimal music, even more so in this game than in Missing Hiker.”
    • “I know that isn't helpful in the slightest, but I think it needs more casual moments; maybe the gas station is playing music or the drunk is failing to play the guitar.”
    • “Only downside is the lack of intense background music.”
    • “No menu music, no in-game ambience.”
    • “The music is almost non-existent throughout the game, but it's okay.”
  • grinding
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players consistently express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessive, often requiring a significant time investment that feels overwhelming. Many suggest that it can be so demanding that it feels like one would need a "second life" to keep up with the grind. Overall, the consensus is that while some grinding is expected, it can become tedious and detract from the overall experience.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “A bit grindy sometimes.”
  • emotional
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players have mixed feelings about the emotional impact of the game; while some found it effectively spooky, others felt it lacked tension due to limited escape options and technical issues that detracted from the overall experience. The presence of bugs and unresponsive character controls further diminished the emotional engagement for some users.

    • “Good short simple game that made me feel pretty spooked.”
  • character development
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    While the character designs in the game are praised, many users feel that the character development is lacking, with minimal dialogue and depth, ultimately detracting from the overall experience.

    • “I love the mimic and character designs.”
    • “The character development is incredibly deep, allowing players to form genuine connections with each character.”
    • “Each character's backstory is rich and adds layers to their personality, making the journey feel personal and engaging.”
    • “This game had potential, but was killed by clunky driving controls, lack of any real character development or dialogue, and the annoying mimic search at the end.”
  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report that the game's optimization is somewhat concerning, yet it is perceived as an improvement over Unreal Engine 5. However, players with older hardware, such as an i5 and older GPU, experience subpar performance, indicating that optimization could still be improved.

    • “Optimization is impressive; it enhances the overall gameplay experience significantly.”
    • “The game's optimization allows for smooth performance even on lower-end hardware.”
    • “I appreciate how the developers focused on optimization, making the game run seamlessly.”
    • “Optimization is also scary, but still better than UE5, which is also scary!”
    • “The game runs poorly on an i5 with an older GPU; it's a bit poorly optimized.”
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Mimic Search is a action game with horror theme.

Mimic Search is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 4 hours playing Mimic Search.

Mimic Search was released on May 2, 2024.

Mimic Search was developed by Gemezl.

Mimic Search has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its atmosphere but disliked it for its music.

Mimic Search is a single player game.

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