Who Is Mike

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Who Is Mike is a single player casual role playing game with horror and mystery themes. It was developed by Fervent and was released on September 29, 2015. It received very positive reviews from players.

You wake up with an aching head and the world out of focus. In front of you is a man accusing you of being "fake". He looks exactly like you, down to the last scar and pimple, has the same memories, the same voice and the same personality. But who is lying and who is telling the truth? Who is fake and who is real? With over nine different possibilities, you can either end up as the tragic hero, …

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Audience ScoreBased on 666 reviews

story132 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Engaging story with multiple endings that keep players guessing.
High-quality art and atmospheric music enhance the overall experience.
Short playtime makes it a perfect choice for those looking for a quick yet intriguing visual novel.

The game can feel repetitive due to limited choices and similar dialogue paths.
Some endings are confusing and may contradict each other, leaving players with unanswered questions.
Lack of a flow chart or guide within the game makes it difficult to track which endings have been achieved.

story
300 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of the game is generally praised for its intriguing premise and engaging twists, keeping players invested through multiple endings and choices. While some found the narrative to be confusing or lacking depth, many appreciated its originality and the tension it creates, making it a worthwhile experience, especially given its free availability. Overall, the game offers a solid, albeit short, horror mystery that captivates players despite some inconsistencies in storytelling.
- “I thoroughly enjoyed how the devs fleshed out an intriguing story, which kept my attention to the point where I didn't want to come off till I got all the endings.”
- “There's something sure about this story: it won't disappoint you.”
- “The story is well thought out and cohesive with no logic flaws.”
- “A pointless little time-waster, without any meaningful story or conclusion.”
- “While the idea for this visual novel is interesting, the story itself feels like it's lacking.”
- “Point is, it feels like plot holes were created to artificially create more endings without any real story being added.”
music
122 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its ability to enhance the atmosphere, with many reviewers noting its eerie and immersive qualities that effectively set the mood for the story. It complements the visual style and narrative, contributing to the overall tension and emotional investment in the gameplay. While some found the music occasionally too loud, the consensus is that it significantly elevates the experience, making it a standout feature of the game.
- “The music is great and the length of the game is very fitting for the story it wants to tell.”
- “The music was on point; it created such a creepy atmosphere, and I found myself getting emotionally invested in trying to promote the well-being of the main characters despite how short it was.”
- “Great music that fits the atmosphere perfectly, interesting and unique premise, suspense, intriguing mystery, and several different endings.”
- “Music was okay.”
- “Audio: the usual type of soundtrack, 6/10”
- “The music, as simple as it is, is pretty eerie, and really helps the atmosphere.”
graphics
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the beautiful and atmospheric art style that enhances the storytelling and emotional depth. While some players find the visuals engaging and well-executed, others criticize certain aspects as lazy or unoriginal, particularly in character design. Overall, the graphics are generally considered a strong point, contributing positively to the immersive experience of the game.
- “The art style and aesthetic used does a great job of conveying the tension and confusion of the whole scenario, while the emotion of the characters and their reactions feel well-represented and believable.”
- “The artwork is absolutely beautiful and matches the grittiness of this tale.”
- “From the astonishing writing to the great visuals, 'Who is Mike' knows which notes it has to hit to take you aback.”
- “Uninteresting characters, cliché dialogues and lazy artwork make this 'game' a painfully boring experience.”
- “The mock-anime art style and expressions are laughable.”
- “The art style wasn't top notch but the story was interesting enough to keep me engaged.”
atmosphere
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users highlighting the excellent combination of atmospheric music and artwork that effectively enhances the overall experience. The music is noted for its ability to create tension and emotional investment, contributing to a suspenseful and immersive environment. While some critiques mention a failure to achieve a creepy atmosphere, the majority agree that the game's design successfully maintains an engaging and unique ambiance throughout.
- “The design of the game is excellent, with atmospheric music and great artwork.”
- “The music was on point; it created such a creepy atmosphere, and I found myself getting emotionally invested in trying to promote the well-being of the main characters despite how short it was.”
- “Great music and atmosphere in a game that will keep you guessing through the multiple endings all the way to the credits!”
- “If it is meant to have a creepy atmosphere, it fails.”
- “While drowning in the story, accompanied by the most suited music that complements the atmosphere, you go through several choices.”
- “The music, as simple as it is, is pretty eerie, and really helps the atmosphere.”
gameplay
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a simple choice-based mechanic that allows for player agency, but many users find the design counter-intuitive and the impact of choices unclear. While the game offers a short experience of about 1 to 2 hours with multiple endings, some mechanics could be improved for better clarity and engagement. Overall, players appreciate the smooth progression and story, despite the lack of achievements.
- “Despite how simple the game mechanics are, everything progresses smoothly without any issues. Although it's a bummer there aren't any achievements, the story is good enough to make up for it.”
- “Granted, it's approximately 1 to 2 hours of gameplay, but you'll be invested in those 2 hours.”
- “Fairly short with at least 1 hour of gameplay if you intend to get all 9 endings.”
- “Counter-intuitive choice-mechanic design; difficult to discern how the choices will affect the ending.”
- “However, the only real gameplay is player agency and making choices, and it's never clear what the results of choices are going to be.”
- “The gameplay is simple; throughout the game, you will have to make choices at certain points.”
humor
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is well-crafted, seamlessly blending with emotional depth and character details. Players appreciate the balance between funny moments and serious themes, noting that the dialogue effectively shifts between humor, drama, and tension. Overall, the game successfully incorporates humor in a way that enhances the overall narrative experience.
- “The humor, the little details in the characters, it's great.”
- “It's deep, it makes you think, it knows exactly when and how to throw in humor.”
- “The dialogue is great; when it's funny, it's funny; when it's serious, it's serious; when it's threatening, it's threatening.”
emotional
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players report a strong emotional connection to the characters, often feeling attached within a short playtime, which makes pursuing all endings a challenging endeavor. The game's music enhances the emotional experience, creating a compelling atmosphere that balances humor with deeper, sorrowful moments. The well-crafted dialogue contributes to a sense of realism, allowing players to quickly form bonds with the characters.
- “I want to get all the endings for the extra content, but I'm already emotionally attached to the characters in 30 minutes, and bad endings get to me sometimes, so it will have to wait for another day.”
- “The game is complex on an emotional scale, ranging from rather funny situations to some deep, sorrowful moments.”
- “The dialogue made me feel like I got to know both characters in such a small length of time, and no dialogue felt out-of-character or unrealistic for the situation.”
replayability
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The game offers significant replayability due to its multiple endings and the impact of player choices on the storyline. Subtle hints in the dialogue guide players toward different outcomes, encouraging exploration of various paths and enhancing the overall replay value.
- “There's a lot of replayability, and I like that the dialogue gives you pretty subtle hints about which courses of action will lead you to a good ending.”
- “The replay value of the game is significantly increased with the different endings.”
- “The replay value of the game is really increased with the different endings.”
- “The story changes according to your choices, adding to the replayability.”
- “The endings are not all related and there is not really any fixed imposter, which gives quite a bit of replayability to view the other endings.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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"Who is Mike" is praised for its strong character development and engaging dialogue, contributing to a compelling narrative with multiple endings. While some players find the gameplay a bit repetitive, the overall character design and plot are highlighted as noteworthy aspects of the visual novel.
- “Who is Mike is a fantastic visual novel with interestingly different endings. While some of them are hard to get, it still stands as a strong game with great character development and, although a bit repetitive, features good dialogue.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users consistently report that the game is completely stable, with no bugs or issues encountered, indicating a high level of reliability.
- “100% bug-free product”
- “100% bug-free product”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players indicate that grinding in the game is so demanding that it may require a second life, suggesting it is a time-consuming and potentially tedious aspect of gameplay.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”