# The Mimic (Roblox)

The Mimic is a 2021 Roblox anthology-style survival horror game developed by MUCDICH and published by CTStudios, centered on a series of different games created by MUCDICH and released on January 15, 2021. Set in Japan, the game revolves around four books, each with distinct storylines and unique antagonists.

## Background

The game uses storybook-style visual pieces to tell its traditional stories, and these brief sections significantly enhance the game. The Mimic collaborated with plushie manufacturer Makeship for plushies of various monsters, such as Biwaki and Kintoru. The teaser video consists of two animations by Noob_Daddae and Freya. MUCDICH later announced that the plushies would be going off-sale in a twitter post on November 12, 2023. The game was also a participant in the first edition of The Hunt that took place during March 2024. The Mimic combines exploration, puzzle-solving, and survival horror elements. Players navigate as different characters through eerie environments, avoiding entities and solving mysteries that are inspired by Japanese folklore, with high-quality visuals. The game emphasizes atmospheric tension, using sound cues—such as heartbeats, footsteps, and monster-specific vocalizations—to alert players to nearby threats. The Mimic boasts of many different AIs with multiple purpose that allow monsters to fully operate and find players, jump scares are included.
Normal jumpscares are the most common sort of jumpscare in The Mimic. These jumpscares usually happen when the player comes into touch with a hostile monster. Disorienting jumpscares, sometimes known as "fake jumpscares," are jumpscares that exist solely to shock and worry the player, and do not kill the player, but rather frighten them.
Characters vary, from evil entities to friendly entities. They are distributed into one of four books. The main cast of antagonists are known as the Four Beasts. Kusonoki fought against them for 10 days. Eventually, he rose above them and sealed them away to different parts of the world.
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## Synopsis
### Plot

The plots of The Mimic chapters can be seen as distinctive and unique. The story of the first book 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. In the second book, the narrative follows Isamu Uchiumi, the younger brother to Senzai Uchiumi, investigating Senzai's untimely demise.

## Development

The Mimic was developed solely by MUCDICH, until June 2021, when a developing team was assessed. 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. Most notably the UI shop in the lobby. You can buy lanterns, shirts, etc. On March 8th, MUCDICH released the teaser for Jealousy's Book: Chapter 4, featuring a news broadcast, showcasing the change of The Mimic, since its release.
The game's soundtrack was created by Ampient, real name Daniel, who started producing for The Mimic in 2022. Some OSTs sound different in-game due to auditory effects or change in pitch/speed for ambience.

## Reception

Logan Gilchrist of Dot Esports highlighted the game's depth, stating it offers more story than the average Roblox horror game. Allyson Cochran from TheGamer lauded the game for its "remarkably stunning graphics," pointing out that they might lead players to question if they're truly playing a Roblox game. She emphasized that the visuals are "absolutely terrifying," with every eerie detail adding to the overall sense of fear and tension. Harry Alston & Jacqueline Zalace referred to it as "truly frightening," depicting the environment as gloomy and ominous.

### Awards and Nominations

| Year | Awards | Category | Result |
| 2022 | Roblox Innovation Awards | Best Sound Design | Nominated |
| 2024 | Roblox Innovation Awards | Best Horror | Nominated |