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| The Mimic | |
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 The Mimic Logo since release. | |
| Developer(s) | MUCDICH |
| Designer(s) |
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| Programmer(s) |
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| Composer(s) | Ampient |
| Engine | Roblox Studio |
| Platform(s) | |
| Release | January 15th, 2021 |
| Genre(s) | |
| Mode(s) | Normal Mode Nightmare Mode |
The Mimic is a anthology-style video game series and media franchise centered on a series of different games created by MUCDICH.[1][2] The game was released for all platforms (VR, PlayStation, Windows, Xbox) on January 15, 2021.
Set in Japan, the game revolves around four books, each with multiple chapters, featuring distinct storylines and unique antagonists.[3] Since its release, The Mimic has expanded to include seven chapters across two books—Control's Book and Jealousy's Book—and an additional prequel gamemode titled The Witch Trials.
Other "non-canon" game modes include the recently introduced Halloween event, Nightmare Circus. In it, a deadly clown wants your life, and because you refuse to give it to him, you flee and hide. There are more puzzles and activities to complete Nightmare Circus.
Characters
[edit]All characters that are in the universe of The Mimic.[4]
- Yasu Masashige (Main protagonist)
- Sama (Main antagonist)
- Hiachi
- Shizu
- Biwaki
- Kuriko
- Megumi
- Kusonoki Masashige
- Shaku
- Kaito
- Mihari
- Omukade/Kintoru
- Tokito
- Keiko Masashige (Nightmare IV)
- Daku Masashige
- Kusunoki Masashige
- Saigomo/Kintoru
- Evil God (Ending cutscene)
- Isamu Uchiumi (Main protagonist)
- Senzai Uchiumi
- Enzukai (Main antagonist)
- Umibozu
- Rin & Mio
- Tsukiya
- Nagisa
- Kyogi
- Hyakume
- Shosai
- Takane
- Kishin
- Old Man Keneo
- Jikininki
- Nuppeppo
- Kuishinbo
- Gashadokuro
- Zuboshi
- Teiryu
- Ryoshi
- Chihiro Amano
- Kurayami
- PonPon
- Gozu and Mezu
- Shinchu
- Nejibishoma
- Hakamori
- Dodomeki
- Akihito Uchiumi
- Statues
- Bugi
- Nurikabe
- Yurei
- Shinigami
- Yuma (Main antagonist)
- Netamo (Main antagonist)
- Juno Masashige (Main protagonist)
- Kusonoki Masashige (Cutscene; past version)
- Sama (Cutscene; Easter egg)
- Enzukai (Cutscene; Easter egg)
- Yuma (Cutscene; Easter egg)
- Netamo (Cutscene; Easter egg)
- Fleshbags
- Kazeko
- Hanzu
- Futaomote
- Hiachi (Cutscene; past Version)
- Shaku (Cutscene)
- Nagemi
- Taiyo
- Kabocha
- Enzukai (Cutscene; Jealousy's Book teaser)
- Aka Manto
- Shinigami
- Shiniachi
- Krampus
- Elf
- Santa
- Ronnie the Clown
- Ringmaster
Gameplay
[edit]The Mimic combines exploration, puzzle-solving, and survival horror elements. Players navigate as characters through eerie environments, avoiding threats and solving mysteries inspired by Japanese folklore.
The game emphasizes atmospheric tension, using sound cues—such as heartbeats, footsteps, and monster-specific vocalizations—to alert players to nearby threats. Monster AI mechanics drive the in-game entities' behavior, making each encounter dynamic and unpredictable.
Control's Book
[edit]Chapters I-IV in Control's Book involve Yasu finding his way through mazes while simultaneously avoiding his cursed ancestors, family members, and the beast of Control, Kintoru. Majority of the obstacles/puzzles involve collecting Butterfly Spirits, unlocking doors and passageways with them and proceeding to the next part of the game.
Jealousy's Book
[edit]Chapter I-IV of Jealousy's Book involves Isamu finding his way through different parts and places, all while avoiding different antagonists and Enzukai. Unlike Control's Book, though, there is a lack of the iconic mazes and the gameplay is more focused on exploring in order to escape. It can include collecting keys, lighting up candles, collecting orbs, and so on.
Nightmare Mode
[edit]Nightmare Mode is one of two difficulty modes in The Mimic. In Nightmare Mode, players are tasked with beating the chosen Chapter/Gamemode on extreme difficulty with only one life. The most common difference seen in Nightmare Mode is the monsters' increased speed, which occurs in every Nightmare Mode chapter/gamemode.
Plot
[edit]Control's Book
[edit]The story follows Yasu Masashige, a former high school graduate who returns to his old school in search of missing friends. His journey leads him into a supernatural dimension, where he must confront a demonic entity to break a family curse.
Jealousy's Book
[edit]The narrative centers on Isamu Uchiumi, a younger brother investigating the mysterious death of his older sibling, Senzai Uchiumi. His quest takes him to a mysterious underwater world, where he faces an immense entity tied to his brother's demise.
Development
[edit]The Mimic was developed solely by MUCDICH, until June 2021, when a developing team was assessed.
- Sythivo (Main scripter)
- Karma (Former Builder)
- Cactus (Main Builder)
- Cio/CIOViZ (UI designer, former scripter)
- Cio was announced as a developer on August 30th 2022.
- Cio is a programmer and UI designer alongside Sythivo.
The game has undergone various updates and redesigns, including significant visual and mechanical revamps, such as the July 2022 update to Control's Book.
Following the release of Jealousy's Book: Chapter II, TM added a coin system and more UI's.[5] Most notably the UI shop in the lobby. You can buy lanterns, shirts, etc. A new developer named 1VASM1G1NS was also added; he is a scripter who contributed to both Jealousy's Book: Chapters II and III.
A spin-off game, Yōkai, was announced in August 2021 and aims to expand the franchise with slasher-survival mechanics.
Music Production
[edit]The game's audio was created by Ampient, real name Daniel.
All of the following songs below are the in-game OSTs that Ampient produced for The Mimic (ranging from 2022- 2024). Some OSTs sound different in-game due to auditory effects or change in pitch/speed for ambience.
Awards and Nominations
[edit]| Year | Awards | Category | Result |
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| 2022 | Roblox Innovation Awards | Best Audio Design | Nominated |
| 2024 | Roblox Innovation Awards[6][7] | Best Horror | Nominated |
| 2025 | Roblox Innovation Awards | ... | ... |
Trivia
[edit]- When a given name of a monster isn't written in kanji, the names are written in hiragana.
- It is both a series/franchise and a horror game, with a spin-off that essentially qualifies it to be a franchise.
- The game also uses storybook-style visual pieces to tell its traditional stories, and these brief sections significantly enhance the game.[8]
- Some of the female antagonists' names end with "ko" (子) (e.g Kuriko, Kazeko, Keiko).
- Nearly almost every single chapter may have a respective maze.
- The game was also a participant in the first edition of The Hunt.[9]
- Keiko Masashige is the only monster so far that replaces another monster entirely during Nightmare Mode.
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ Sammut, Mark; Majoros, Emma (2021-03-25). "Scary Horror Games You Can Play On Roblox (For Free)". Game Rant. Retrieved 2024-12-20.
- ^ Podany, Cole (February 13, 2024). "When Is The Mimic Yokai Coming Out?". Ginx.tv.
- ^ Gilchrist, Logan (November 24, 2022). "12 best terrifying Roblox horror games you need to play". Dot Esports. Archived from the original on July 25, 2023. Retrieved March 18, 2024.
- ^ Partleton, Kayleigh (2024-07-01). "Roblox The Mimic books, jumpscares, and more". Pocket Tactics. Retrieved 2024-12-17.
- ^ Hernandez, Elijah (2023-06-15). "The Mimic Book 2 Chapter 2: Coin System & How to Get Lantern -". Item Level Gaming. Retrieved 2024-12-20.
- ^ Weber, Rachel (7 September 2024). "IGN". IGN.
- ^ "All 2024 Roblox Innovation Awards Nominees and Winners". 8 September 2024.
- ^ Wulf, Edgar (June 19, 2023). "11 best scary Roblox games to play in 2024". Android Police. Archived from the original on November 13, 2023. Retrieved March 18, 2024.
- ^ Dassanayake, Dion (March 13, 2024). "Roblox The Hunt: Release date, start time and confirmed games". VG247. Archived from the original on March 18, 2024. Retrieved March 18, 2024.