Mirrored Soul

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Mirrored Soul is a single player tactical role playing game with mystery and science fiction themes. It was developed by mammothplant and was released on April 4, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Mirrored Soul is a monster-collecting RPG where no two monsters are alike. Part noir, part fantasy, and part buddy comedy, Mirrored Soul takes heavily after the JRPGs of old. The story stars out-of-practice detective Cecel and his mysterious feline sidekick Spot, named for his single, unblinking eye. Traverse dimensions, recruit monsters or shake 'em down for information, take down the armies of …

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97%Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews

humor11 positive mentions

Unique combination of Earthbound and Shin Megami Tensei mechanics with a polished and engaging monster collection and fusion system.
Exceptional writing with clever humor and a compelling narrative that consistently entertains without overstaying its welcome.
Well-designed puzzles and strategic combat that require thoughtful engagement and experimentation with monster abilities.

Puzzle difficulty can be inconsistent at times, with some puzzles lacking guidance and occasionally feeling unfair or overly difficult.
The battle system lacks a quality of life feature to easily track monster weaknesses discovered during combat.
Some players may find the fusion mechanics unintuitive, as fused monsters don't always inherit future abilities or are not significantly stronger than their parents.

humor
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is sharp, clever, and often dry, featuring witty dialogue, sarcastic remarks, and unique, funny creature personalities. While it may not suit everyone's taste, many players find the writing genuinely hilarious and consistently enjoyable, enhancing the compelling narrative and overall experience.
- “I love the writing, it's genuinely so funny, there were multiple times I genuinely laughed out loud just in my short time playing so far, and the actual narrative is really compelling as well.”
- “Creature collecting with a side of dry humor and sarcasm.”
- “The humor has continued to make me grin to myself throughout.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its strong monster mechanics and unique negotiation system, drawing comparisons to SMT, Earthbound, and Dragon Quest Monsters. While some find the gameplay loop less engaging, many appreciate its depth, addictiveness, and quality of life improvements that enhance the overall experience.
- “The gameplay is fun and addicting, it's like SMT but every single monster has its own unique negotiation, some of which are super clever and funny, I was really impressed by the variety.”
- “Actual good monster mechanics and quality of life that most games like this lack.”
- “The more I play, the more rich I am finding the mechanics to be.”
- “Okay, I love this game's monster design, that's its strong point, but in terms of gameplay loop, that's where it takes a nosedive. I played this game on stream, thinking I was going to have a good/decent time, but I ended up having a bad one.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and fitting atmosphere, with soundtracks that complement each area’s scenery. Many users highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, comparing it to renowned composers like Toby Fox. Overall, the music significantly enhances the game's art and story experience.
- “There are some monster designs I really like, and the soundtrack for each area fits well with the scenery.”
- “Amazing game, with music that could be the next Toby Fox.”
- “Great soundtrack, great story, and an incredibly affordable price.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is praised for its darker, more mature themes reminiscent of Shin Megami Tensei and Lisa: The Painful, differentiating it from similar games like Dragon Quest Monsters. It is considered compelling and well-crafted, contributing significantly to the overall experience.
- “Mechanically similar to Dragon Quest Monsters, but more of a Shin Megami / Lisa the Painful style and story.”
- “Great soundtrack, great story, and an incredibly affordable price.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics effectively maintain the game's throwback aesthetic, with some notably clean animations that enhance the experience, such as the animated briefcase menu. While the initial contrast with the bright art style may feel a bit off, it becomes more acceptable over time and does not detract from the overall enjoyment.
- “The graphics work fine in keeping up with the throwback aesthetic of the game, though some animations stand out with how clean they are (the entire menu is an animated briefcase with tape recorder for saving).”
- “It kinda clashed with the overall "bright" artstyle at first, but it's not a dealbreaker, I got used to it.”
character development
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The game features engaging character development highlighted by witty dialogue, distinct character designs, and a compelling storyline that keeps players invested.