Mirror Layers

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Mirror Layers is a single player survival action adventure game with horror and mystery themes. It was developed by Revolab and was released on October 29, 2021. It received very positive reviews from players.

"Mirror Layers" is a social horror game where players explore a mysterious apartment and survive horrors in a distorted reality known as the Mirror. Collaboration is key, and players can interact through a social network called Propaganda to share items, advice, and more. The game emphasizes solving puzzles, exploring the environment, and collecting clues, with a web and Android app available for Propaganda to facilitate cooperation even when players are away from the game.

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95%

Audience ScoreBased on 78 reviews

atmosphere9 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

Mirror Layers offers a unique and innovative gameplay experience by integrating a social media platform, Propaganda, that allows players to collaborate asynchronously to solve puzzles.
The game successfully combines horror and puzzle elements, creating a tense atmosphere that keeps players engaged and on edge throughout their experience.
The puzzles are well-designed and challenging, providing a satisfying sense of accomplishment when solved, while the graphics and sound design enhance the overall immersive experience.

The presence of a monster that chases players can be frustrating, often interrupting puzzle-solving and detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.
Some puzzles can feel unfair or overly difficult, leading to moments of frustration, especially when players must rely on the social media aspect to find solutions.
The game can have pacing issues, with some segments feeling slow or tedious, particularly when navigating the apartment without clear objectives or engaging puzzles.

atmosphere
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere in the game is widely praised for its dark and immersive qualities, effectively building tension through sound design and environmental details. Players appreciate the balance between jumpscares and a pervasive sense of dread, with many noting that the atmosphere enhances the overall horror experience. The game's ability to engage players through its eerie ambiance and clever puzzles makes it a standout in the horror genre.
- “I heard about this game through one of the other developers' top-notch horror games called 'I'm Scared,' and honestly, that was a gem. Currently, this is the only game out of 80 other horror games that I have that actually leaves me slightly shook to even move. The atmosphere is incredible in Mirror Layers; this game is fantastic and fulfills my desires as someone who plays horror games.”
- “The attention to detail, the quality of the puzzles, and the atmosphere are unbelievable, especially considering it has been developed by only a handful of skilled individuals.”
- “It's not just 'rahh' jumpscares; it has some jumpscares, but the majority of what scared me was the atmosphere and the unknown.”
- “I don't know if I will ever finish it, because I already had some heart attacks from the jumpscares and the very scary atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere and the general horror elements were decent for the most part.”
gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a unique blend of puzzle-solving and horror elements, featuring innovative mechanics that enhance the experience. While it maintains traditional horror gameplay of evading monsters, it excels in offering challenging puzzles that require diverse problem-solving skills. Overall, the game stands out for its inventive approach to integrating horror with intricate puzzle design, making it a noteworthy entry in the genre.
- “As far as gameplay and puzzle difficulty, Mirror Layers does well.”
- “It has an excellent balance between sheer adrenaline-pumping horror gameplay and more thinky puzzles.”
- “Gameplay: puzzles are well built and each of them has its own characteristic and requires a different type of intelligence to be applied.”
- “Outside of that, gameplay was your typical horror fare: complete puzzles and get out of harm's way when a monster is lurking.”
- “Not just a spook to keep you on edge, but as a part of gameplay, which immediately made it seem cheap and amateurish when I know the people in charge are better than that.”
- “- some mechanics that were coded into the game but never used?”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received mixed feedback, with some players noting a generic appearance typical of first-person horror games, while others praise the high quality and effective use of visuals that enhance the overall experience. The aesthetics, particularly in the mirror world, evoke a strong sense of unease, although there are minor inconsistencies in graphic quality. Overall, while it may not reach AAA standards, the graphics are considered good and serve their purpose well within the game's context.
- “The graphics are really good, and the audio is minimal but almost perfectly effective.”
- “This game is god tier, the graphics, the animations, the controls, the overall quality of the game is beyond my own expectations.”
- “The aesthetics of the mirror world, which seem to be inspired by the upside down from Stranger Things, made me feel incredibly uneasy every time I crossed into it from the comfort of the real world apartment.”
- “Some people might be put off by its generic-looking HD visuals, but I feel like that's judging a book by its cover.”
- “There were some inconsistent graphics and aesthetic choices, though these are just minor cons.”
- “It's an indie game, so don't expect AAA graphics and animations, but still, they do their job.”
story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is praised for its creativity and depth, moving beyond typical horror tropes to present a unique narrative experience that unfolds through various puzzles and details. Players appreciate the well-crafted presentation and the gradual revelation of the plot, which encourages exploration and replayability, although some find the inability to start a new game frustrating. Overall, the story is described as intriguing and thought-provoking, enhancing the game's horror atmosphere.
- “This game does more with the horror genre than just the standard 'run/hide from the monster while solving mundane puzzles and piecing together a run-of-the-mill edgy backstory', and I really appreciate that about it.”
- “Edit: I now understand more of the story, and let me just say that once it sinks in, you'll realize just how brilliant it is!”
- “I personally love when the story is unraveled in pieces of information in the game.”
- “The story is creative and really interesting in how it changes up each enigma, like in the game Visage.”
- “Last thing, the horror aspect and general atmosphere are on point; there is some weird stuff going on, but I need to play again to fully understand the story.”
- “I don't want to spoil any more, and yes, I just teased you with what is the interesting part of the game, so you can buy it and try it yourself piecing the story of this scary fever dream.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and monotonous, detracting from the overall enjoyment.
- “Just really tedious.”
- “The grinding feels endless and repetitive.”
- “It takes too long to level up, making the game feel like a chore.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted through its quirky art style, engaging roleplay elements, and the lighthearted approach to challenging puzzles, making it a unique and enjoyable experience. Players appreciate the comedic aspects woven into the cooperative gameplay, which adds a fun twist to the horror mystery theme. Overall, the game successfully blends humor with its innovative mechanics, creating a memorable atmosphere.
- “Half of the game is basically a cooperative escape room with quite difficult puzzles. Don't worry, if you get stuck, I'm sure you can find people discussing how to progress on propaganda, funny art sharing, and minesweeper.”
- “It also allows me to identify myself by doing some funny roleplay. I appreciate that he has been dubbed, and I like it!”
- “Mirror Layers is an indie asynchronous co-op horror mystery puzzle game, a lot of big funny words that together mean: this is a very, very different beast from what you might be used to, and if you'll take my word for it, it's also very, very good.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features minimal music, but the tracks that are present are well-suited to the atmosphere. While music is sparse, it effectively signals important gameplay moments, complemented by high-quality sound effects.
- “It's also worth noting that he can sometimes just find you for no reason; however, you can tell when he's onto your location by the music and his walking pace!”
- “Very little music is featured, but most of what is here is oddly fitting and appropriate.”
- “Music is rare in this game, but it's okay; the sound effects are really good.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report that the game exhibits a generally stable performance, with only a few rare and minor glitches, such as visual anomalies and occasional delays in retrieving information. These issues, while present, do not significantly detract from the overall experience.
- “There were also a couple of rare and minor glitches, like a flashlight shining through a wall, and finding a pertinent answer on propaganda sometimes took a few page flips and a good amount of research time.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the emotional impact of the game heightened by the unsettling aesthetics of the mirror world, reminiscent of the eerie atmosphere from "Stranger Things," which creates a stark contrast to the comfort of the real-world setting. This transition evokes feelings of unease and tension, enhancing the overall emotional experience.
- “The aesthetics of the mirror world, which seem to be inspired by the Upside Down from Stranger Things, made me feel incredibly uneasy every time I crossed into it from the comfort of the real-world apartment.”