Black Mirror I

PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2014

2014

Quick resume

Black Mirror is a dark adventure game that details the aftermath of the tragic death of William Gordon. Playing as his grandson Samuel players must unveil the truth behind the events of that fateful, stormy night.

Global score

84/100

Genres

Adventure, Point-and-click

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Pros

Engaging and immersive story
Dark gothic atmosphere
Logical and challenging puzzles
Detailed and beautiful backgrounds
Professional voice acting

Cons

Slow pacing and animations
Some frustrating backtracking and waiting
Pixel hunting required
Occasional bugs and crashes
No autosave and risk of sudden death

Analysis

A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Expression, Fellowship, Cooperation, Competition. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Continuation, Value. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Expression.

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Motivations

Autonomy

Game with the same Autonomy vibe

4

"Players explore a large manor and surrounding areas freely, choosing their own path and order of puzzle solving."

Goetia
"Players direct Samuel Gordon's investigation and exploration freely in a nonlinear manor and village environment."
Competence

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3

"Puzzles require logical thinking and problem solving, though some are illogical or rely on pixel hunting, providing a moderate skill challenge."

Runaway, A Road Adventure
"Logical puzzles and inventory use require skill and problem solving, though some trial and error and pixel hunting occur."
Competition

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-5

"Single-player narrative adventure with no competitive elements or player comparison."

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"Single-player narrative adventure with no competitive elements."
Continuation

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4

"Long campaign (12-15 hours) with immersive world encourages extended play and replayability."

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"Long playtime (~15-20 hours), immersive story and atmosphere encourage extended sessions."
Cooperation

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"Entirely single-player experience with no multiplayer or cooperative gameplay."

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"Entirely single-player experience with no multiplayer or cooperative gameplay."
Creativity

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"Players solve puzzles and explore but do not create or modify game content."

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Domination

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"No player versus player or dominance mechanics; cooperative and solo play only."

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"No player versus player or dominance mechanics; story-driven solo play."
Escapism

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"Dark gothic atmosphere, vampire fantasy, and immersive world provide strong escape from reality."

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Expectation

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"Players engage voluntarily out of interest in adventure games and story."

Gray Matter
"Players engage voluntarily out of interest in mystery and adventure."
Experimenting

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"Players experiment with timing and sequence of clicks to solve puzzles, though within fixed mechanics."

Zup! 8
"Some experimentation with right and left mouse clicks and puzzle approaches is needed."
Exploration

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"Players explore multiple locations and revisit areas to uncover new clues."

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Expression

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"No character customization or self-expression features."

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Fantasy

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"Dark gothic and mythological themes with supernatural elements create an imaginative fictional experience."

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Fellowship

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-5

"Solo experience with minimal social interaction."

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"Solo experience with minimal social interaction."
Growth

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"Players develop problem-solving skills and learn story details progressively."

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Health

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Idle

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Intimacy

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Leadership

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"No leadership or group management elements."

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Progression

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"Progression through story advancement and puzzle completion with item collection."

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Relaxation

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"Atmospheric and immersive but some tension and suspense; pacing can be slow but engaging."

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"Atmospheric and immersive but some frustration from slow pacing and waiting."
Sensation

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"Dark visuals and music create a moody sensory experience, though graphics are not cutting-edge."

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Status

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"No social status or recognition mechanics."

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Story

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"Strong narrative focus with immersive storytelling and emotional engagement."

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Strategy

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"Requires logical thinking, planning, and puzzle-solving, though some puzzles rely on trial and error."

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Thrill

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Value

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"Long gameplay, replayability, and rich story provide good value for time and money."

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Violence

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"Includes combat, shootouts, and violent scenarios consistent with criminal themes."

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Survival

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