Twin Mirror: A Psychological Thriller Game
Twin Mirror is a thrilling episodic game that features a distinct film noir atmosphere and explores darker themes like redemption and duality. The game is developed by DONTNOD Entertainment and is available on PlayStation 4 platform as a full version.
The game follows the story of an investigative journalist named Sam, who is struggling to overcome his personal problems. As he arrives at Basswood, his childhood city in West Virginia, to attend the funeral of his friend, he finds himself in a hotel room, covered in blood, with no recollection of what happened. The player must help Sam investigate the mystery and restore his memories. Along the way, Sam receives advice from his inner self, a sarcastic voice he calls the Double.
The gameplay in Twin Mirror is unique as it takes the player not only through the real world but also in Sam's Mind Palace, depicted as a surrealist environment. The game also explores Sam's flashbacks, making them playable, and the player must make difficult moral choices not only about Sam's present but also about his past. The narrative is non-linear, and there are several different endings, making Twin Mirror a game that you will want to play multiple times.
