The Beard in the Mirror

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The Beard in the Mirror is a single player action game with fantasy and comedy themes. It was developed by Oh and was released on October 25, 2016. It received very positive reviews from players.

A point-and-click adventure filled with magic, danger, fantasy, and romance.

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Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

story9 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The game offers a charming and humorous storyline reminiscent of classic point-and-click adventures, with engaging characters and a light-hearted tone.
Puzzles are well-designed, striking a balance between challenge and accessibility, making them enjoyable without being overly frustrating.
The pixel art graphics and nostalgic feel evoke a sense of nostalgia for fans of old-school adventure games, enhancing the overall experience.

Some players found the story to be convoluted and confusing, particularly with the time travel elements, which detracted from the overall enjoyment.
Technical issues, such as problems with fullscreen mode and resolution settings, were reported, impacting the gameplay experience for some users.
While the humor is appreciated, some dialogue and scenarios were described as cheesy or lacking depth, which may not appeal to all players.

story
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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9%
The game's story, centered around Paul, a directionless young adult navigating a whimsical and sometimes confusing fantasy world, has received mixed reviews. While some players appreciate its originality, humor, and engaging characters, others find it trite and convoluted, with a few noting that the narrative lacks depth and immersion. Overall, the storytelling is seen as charming and personal, though it may not meet the high expectations set by classic adventure games.
- “The haunting visuals and mysterious story kept me captivated.”
- “It’s the story of Paul, an aimless twenty-something trying to find some direction in life after leaving home and graduating college.”
- “The charm in this game is that it feels like the story has a personal connection to the developer, and I think that comes across really well.”
- “The story itself is probably the weakest link -- a suitable but convoluted and sometimes confusing magic-fueled romp through time and space.”
- “The time-travelling aspect of the story went completely over my head...too confusing.”
- “The whole game feels like King's Quest's cheesy third cousin; the dialogue especially gets quite cheesy.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "The Beard in the Mirror" evoke a nostalgic charm with their retro pixel art style, appealing to fans of classic adventure games. However, opinions are mixed; while some appreciate the simplicity and throwback aesthetic, others criticize the lack of detail, poor color palette, and limited animation, which detracts from the overall immersion. Overall, the visuals reflect a labor of love constrained by limited resources, resulting in a basic yet endearing graphic design.
- “The haunting visuals and mysterious story kept me captivated.”
- “The beard in the mirror is a throwback to the early years of adventure gaming, resplendent in its simple pixel graphics and dumb icon interface.”
- “This was a nice retro-graphic point-and-click adventure.”
- “The story was pretty trite and the graphics were jarring (a really bad color palette).”
- “The beard in the mirror is a fantasy adventure game made by 2 people over a long time: it's a work of love but it's a work that was done on limited resources: the artwork could use some additional detail and shading, many things were not animated and many of the scenes were largely empty.”
- “The graphic design is very basic and probably its biggest drawback.”
humor
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is consistently praised for being funny, well-written, and reminiscent of classic adventure titles like Sierra and LucasArts, featuring quirky characters and clever one-liners. While some humor is described as cheesy, it effectively maintains a light-hearted tone throughout the engaging story. Overall, players appreciate the blend of comedy and adventure, making it a delightful experience.
- “Funny, cute, and a fun little fairy tale adventure in the tone of 'The Princess Bride' or 'Stardust' that never felt bloated for the sake of making it longer.”
- “A fun and well-designed adventure that is brimming with humor and captures the style and feel of classic Sierra adventure games but without being mind-numbingly hard.”
- “The story and characters are engaging and hilarious.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally described as decent and fitting, enhancing the experience without being particularly memorable or engaging outside of gameplay. While it complements the game's atmosphere, it lacks a standout soundtrack that players would seek out independently.
- “I decided to upvote this game after finishing it - it has a decent (but not very engaging) story with some charming moments, mostly good puzzles, and great music.”
- “The music was adequate -- it doesn't have a soundtrack that I would listen to outside of the game itself.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, while the game is enjoyable as a classic point-and-click adventure, it lacks significant replay value, making it less enticing for multiple playthroughs.
- “All in all, a good old-school point-and-click adventure. I'm glad I played it, but there's not much replay value.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play it again.”
- “The story is engaging, but once you know the outcome, there's not much reason to replay.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, contributing to an engaging experience with its intriguing storyline and well-designed puzzles.
- “Great quest with a very interesting storyline, excellent puzzles, and an immersive atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere is incredibly rich, drawing you into the world and making every moment feel alive.”
- “From the haunting sound design to the stunning visuals, the atmosphere truly enhances the overall experience.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with a score of 2/5, primarily due to its reliance on classic adventure mechanics like pixel hunting, which some players find frustrating. Additionally, there is a request for future titles to support borderless fullscreen gameplay for an improved experience.
- “Gameplay: 2/5... (classic adventure pixel hunting)”
- “Developers: please use a version of the AGS engine that allows for borderless fullscreen gameplay on future titles.”

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The Beard in the Mirror is a action game with fantasy and comedy themes.

The Beard in the Mirror is available on PC and Windows.

The Beard in the Mirror was released on October 25, 2016.

The Beard in the Mirror was developed by Oh.

The Beard in the Mirror has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its graphics.

The Beard in the Mirror is a single player game.

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