White Mirror

Starting at $0.49Buy now

In "White Mirror," become a hunter seeking an ancient, powerful relic - a mirror rumored to hold immense magic and darkness. Embark on a dangerous journey, facing evil forces that stalk your every move. Uncover secrets, wield magic, and ensure you don't become the next casualty in this tense adventure game. Confidence: 85%

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

30%

Audience ScoreBased on 88 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Some players found the atmosphere and sound design to be effective, creating a sense of eeriness.
A few reviews mentioned that the game can be amusing in its absurdity, providing some unintentional humor.
The game is inexpensive, making it accessible for those looking for a cheap horror experience.

The game is plagued by frequent crashes and bugs, making it nearly unplayable for many users.
The English translation is poorly done, leading to confusion and a lack of clarity in the storyline and gameplay instructions.
Many players criticized the game for being overly generic, relying on asset flips and lacking originality or depth.

story
18 mentions
17 % positive mentions
67 % neutral mentions
17 % negative mentions
The story in the game is widely criticized for being confusing, poorly translated, and lacking coherence, leaving players lost and disengaged. While there are elements of a supernatural plot involving a mirror, the narrative fails to provide a satisfying or conclusive experience, often feeling like a jumbled mess of random tasks. Overall, the lack of a clear and compelling story detracts significantly from the game's appeal, particularly for those seeking a solid horror narrative.
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “The presented story was interesting but was not conclusive.”
- “White Mirror's plot is that you're sent to this old abandoned house to look for a mirror that's located in the cellar of the house.”
- “The mystery behind the mirror creates some semblance of a plot, but the ending is nothing to write home about.”
- “A poorly translated supernatural story about a mirror which produces what I can only describe as a mud monster with red eyes.”
- “Our game here has the implication of a story through some notes scattered around the environment, but the narrative translation is so genuinely bad, I'd be fascinated if someone would be able to understand who is who, and what's been going on.”
graphics
17 mentions
29 % positive mentions
53 % neutral mentions
18 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the atmosphere and lighting, while others criticize the overall quality as mediocre or poorly optimized. Many users note that the graphics are not impressive, especially given the limitations of the GameGuru engine, but a few highlight specific areas, like cave environments, as visually appealing. Overall, while the graphics are considered one of the better aspects of the game, they fall short of expectations for a polished experience.
- “I liked the atmosphere, gameplay, and graphics.”
- “Graphics and sound are probably the best things about the game.”
- “I really like the part in the cave, which was very nicely graphically processed, as well as fine-tuned light.”
- “If you try to take it seriously as a game, you'll find no resolution or graphics tweaks, no controller tweaks... it's horribly optimized and will be sluggish even on high-end rigs.”
- “This game was made with the GameGuru engine, so graphically it looks really, really bad.”
- “Graphically, it's no looker, although the ambient sounds are actually pretty decent.”
gameplay
13 mentions
15 % positive mentions
62 % neutral mentions
23 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the atmosphere and graphics, while others criticize it for being bland and lacking depth. Many found the objectives unclear due to poorly written clues, leading to frustrating experiences with boring puzzles and short playtime. Technical issues like crashes and lag further detracted from the overall gameplay experience.
- “I liked the atmosphere, gameplay, and graphics.”
- “+ variation on gameplay”
- “Gameplay consists of you wandering around the house trying to achieve the objectives listed out in your book.”
- “This impacts on the gameplay because throughout the game, clues on how to achieve your objectives are written on notes with the aforementioned broken English and illegibility.”
- “Dull gameplay (if there is any).”
atmosphere
12 mentions
50 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
The atmosphere in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the effort put into sound effects and atmospheric effects, while others criticize it for being subpar and lacking detail. Although some find the dark ambiance and occasional jumpscares effective, many agree that it fails to create a truly unsettling experience. Overall, the atmosphere is described as somewhat spooky but not consistently impactful.
- “I liked the atmosphere, gameplay, and graphics.”
- “Its a short horror game with 6 chapters and a good atmosphere.”
- “One good thing that can be said about the atmosphere is the use of sound effects.”
- “There’s an effort to achieve atmosphere, but it’s subpar and relies heavily on shadows to obscure the lack of detail in the environments.”
- “If you're easily startled by jumpscares and a dark atmosphere that isn't really used to its full potential, then you'll probably like the horror White Mirror provides.”
- “Non-existent atmosphere.”
stability
9 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is severely criticized, with numerous reports of frequent crashes, buggy controls, and a lack of a proper options menu. Players have encountered persistent glitches and errors that significantly detract from the overall experience, leading to frustration and the need for troubleshooting. Overall, the game is described as a "buggy, crashing mess," indicating a lack of polish and reliability.
- “This is another ineptly made, badly translated, generic, buggy, and broken indie horror game that keeps crashing on the desktop constantly.”
- “This game crashes so hard and frequently that I had to unleash my powers of administration in troubleshooting.”
- “Honestly, I was going to write an in-depth review for this one, but unfortunately, this game is a buggy, crashing mess.”
music
7 mentions
43 % positive mentions
14 % neutral mentions
43 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with some users finding it relaxing and effective in enhancing the atmosphere, despite occasional distractions. While the sound design is praised, particularly during tense moments, some players feel that the overall horror experience does not match the quality of the music. Overall, the soundtrack is considered one of the game's stronger elements.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “The sound is very well done; the music can sometimes be a bit too distracting in parts, but the sound design is overall pretty effective.”
- “The only good things about this game are the music and graphics.”
- “The monster got stuck near the edge, in his running position, and the music that plays when he chases you (which is hilariously cliché, the high-pitched violin screech) kept playing.”
- “I come out of the pool on the other side, and the music's still playing, but after getting close to the monster without him reaching me, the music started to mess up.”
- “The sound is very well done, the music can sometimes be a bit too distracting in parts of it, but the sound design is overall pretty effective; it's just a shame the rest of the horror the game offered didn't live up to it.”
humor
6 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its unintentional comedic elements, such as broken English, a clumsy monster, and absurd bugs, which transform an otherwise mediocre experience into a source of laughter. Players find the awkward dialogue and clichéd music amusing, contributing to a sense of hilarity despite the game's lack of depth in gameplay and plot. Overall, the game's flaws create a unique comedic charm that resonates with players.
- “Between the atrocious broken English, the hilariously incompetent monster, and the weird bugs, I found this game utterly funny.”
- “This went from a mediocre game to a hilarious comedy.”
- “The dialogue was a bit awkward to read, as though it was poorly translated; some of it made little sense to me, but it was rather humorous at times.”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect to be unfulfilling and not worth the effort, even when attempting to farm cards passively.
- “It's not worth it, even for card farming in the background.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I find myself doing the same repetitive tasks over and over, which really kills the enjoyment.”
replayability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The game has a short duration of about 30 minutes and lacks any significant replay value, making it unlikely for players to return after their initial playthrough.
- “The game is around 30 minutes long and there's no replay value whatsoever.”
- “Once you complete the game, there's little incentive to play it again.”
- “The lack of different endings or choices makes replaying feel pointless.”