I like the basic concept of this game, the being caught in between places. There was very little to go by, so moving around the limited space was the only option.
What I found very distracting was the MTV feel of this game. I <3 music, I even make it myself @ https://www.youtube.com/@danielrich-music6025/videos, but in this game it becomes annoying, as it interferes with the horror element of the game itself, and doesn't enhance anything about it.
But you're the boss, so that's entirely up to you.
Thanks for making this game and good luck in the future!
I am going to make a YouTube video over this game tomorrow, but I really enjoyed this game and this is my thoughts on what I thought the game was.
I believe this game is symbolical of depression. The man feels like a mere reflection of himself, and time is simply passing him by, shown by just how fast the clock hands move and the speed of the sun rising. As for the creature, I feel that it is the personification of his depression, as if he's being kept there against his will. Taking that into account, the things the man says when you click on items are POSSIBLY not only true in a literal sense, but also true in a symbolical sense. AS for what's happening in the game, you play as a reflection? So, you're essentially not a real person, which is why he states that he's 'No one.'. Maybe that's a bit of a stretch, but that's what I got from it. And for him shattering the mirror, I see that as him escaping from within the confines of the little world that he is trapped in, with the world being within the mirror itself. That's why I believe the smile that he see's in the reflection is not actually him, but the ALTERNATE version of him that resides on the OTHER side of the mirror world. And by him shattering the mirror, he finds that he has essentially escaped the depressing confines of that mirror world, and is now living the life that his smiling counterpart possesses.
This whole theory may be a huge stretch, as while playing the game I've only made but surface level assumptions. Plus, having no audio while playing didn't help either. I'd say SFX and Music set the tone for just about any horror game, lmao. Anyway. Good game, bruh.
Since I have played/revisit the version that Aaron Wise made I decided to try the original version. I'd say it is pretty good I'd say better then aaron wise's as it seems more creepier. Made a video on it.
This game is a unique one, and honestly, before I even talk about the game, I just want to talk about the soundtrack. Now, I don't know why, but I absolutely love the music in this game, and how it gives off the impression that you are playing a game that is everything but a horror game. Of course, I'm not stupid, I've played the game. There are aspects of horror in this game that stray away from your typical 'jumpscares are the only horror in this horror game' horror game. Such as loneliness, which can give birth to fear. Or the feeling of being trapped. However, I feel like it isn't the horror that makes this game stand out to me, but the music. Initially, I found this game completely by chance as I wanted to have a game to record and put up on my tiny YouTube channel. Upon my first impressions of playing the game, I feel like I really missed the point and it is made fairly evident in my video. The music to me not only sounds appealing and had me vibing multiple times while playing, but is composed in a manner that perfectly fits, compliments, and emphasizes the little short story that is being told here. Of course, I won't spoil anything major, but in The Mirrored World, it became clear to me why the music is seemingly reversed and why there is such a bittersweet and lonely tone (Mostly lonely for me) in the tune. This is made even more evident when exposed to the tune in The Real Room, which seems to actually move forward and has a more uplifting and hopeful tune that is surrounded by this feeling of newfound freedom despite sounding very similar to the tune in The Mirrored World. To the story, this is obviously important for reasons I won't delve into as I don't want to spoil the majority game on the official game page. That'd be foul, LMFAO. But of course, this is a game that is rather vague in its story and is up for multiple theories and speculations upon what it could REALLY be about. However, I can be wrong. Anyway, one last theory I found to be quite interesting was why the guy is smiling in his reflection despite being kept 'there' by 'him'? And the answer is quite simple. That is not his reflection. It is him, but it is NOT his reflection... Take that as you will.
Finally, I'm done with my little ten-minute essay. Sorry for that. Anyway, I want to give a round of applause to Matt Reeves for creating such a great, thought-provoking game. I didn't think much about the game when I recorded it and honestly, I'm quite upset with how bad I misconstrued the story in my video. But to be fair, I was vibing to the music too often anyway. That's what you get for making such a great, yet simple soundtrack, Matt. It's your fault!
So, after playing this, I thought it was cool. I do wish you included a sound controller, but I understand that it is a game jam. Overall I really liked the feeling of it! I hope you make longer and more in depth games later (With a sound controller! XD)
Hey, thank you, I appreciate you posting! However, this is the wrong version of the game; you actually played my friend's remake of my game (I can see how that would be an easy mix up). Would you mind posting this on his page? It would help him out a lot! Also, if you enjoyed the concept, feel free to play the original on this page as well :) I'll check out your video though!
Oh, sorry for that :( I saw his page and didn't imagine there would be 2 versions, although that's very interesting. I just googled the name after playing to comment and chose the wrong page. I will post to his page as well though and play your version,too. Yours looks really nice, too.
I finally got around to playing this one and I'm glad I did. I know it's a short experience but this game really stands out to me for some reason. I think a lot has to do with the music which I love. I really relate to the message that I pulled from the game too. The mystery, the spookiness, the music, it's just all around a great time. Feel free to check out my playthrough where I'm dumb and make a 3 minute experience into a 15 minute one and gush about the music for half of it lol. Thanks very much for making it!
Hey there! Just wanted to say thank you and that I love the idea and creepy feel I got playing this game. I hope to see more content from you in the future!
Yet another great game! As always, the character design is perfect! This had a surreal feel to it and I found my own meaning behind the story, although I'm sure i missed the mark a bit lol. Here's my playthrough:
Yet another great game by Matt Reeves Productions, after playing two lines and watching his video for nemeses i saw two other games i have not played by this creator.
I am again taken back by the creativity and uniqueness of the game which again carries a "hidden meaning" of sorts , i will be playing both "look for me" and the nemeses demo very soon!
Feed back for this game is all positive the music is spot on this would make a great game if it was fleshed out and find out more about "her" and more about how "he keeps me here" this feels like a nostalgic dream sequence before an awakening, a must play!
Fantastic game! Really deep but manages to relay a message without shoving it down the audience's throats. Beautiful and thrilling, definitely convinced us to consider checking out your other games! Thank you for this masterpiece.
Love love love love love this game!!!! You have done a damned fine job with this and you've managed to tell a great story without actually telling a story which is really impressive
Hey Matt, I really enjoyed this. It always amazes me how much thought goes into the design of your games. The audio is very clever *NO SPOILERS* and I like how you find ways to create meaning & it's never just "here isd a monster, here is a setting, go have fun". There is ALWAYS a purpose & design choice in what you do & it really goes a long way. I hope I got the idea behind the game in my summary at the end :)
Scared my pants right off! That said, i'd love to know what the story was about, 'cause it isn't very obvious at any point in-game. My first thought was maybe this creature represents depression or something similar, which the title would make sense with that in mind. I loved where this was developing, and the scare build-up was pretty good. Definitely worth a play and looking forward to future endeavors!
Je crois qu’ici c’est nos vices (démons intérieurs) qui nous déconnecte de la réalité et c’est l’amour qui nous ramène dans le droit chemin <3 j’ai bien aimé le jeu
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The music works great with the story and atmosphere!
I little great game! :)
Ha ha ha, You beat me here by 19 days! but I believe this is the 2nd time I am posting JUST AFTER you! Too funny!
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I like the basic concept of this game, the being caught in between places. There was very little to go by, so moving around the limited space was the only option.
What I found very distracting was the MTV feel of this game. I <3 music, I even make it myself @ https://www.youtube.com/@danielrich-music6025/videos, but in this game it becomes annoying, as it interferes with the horror element of the game itself, and doesn't enhance anything about it.
But you're the boss, so that's entirely up to you.
Thanks for making this game and good luck in the future!
Its a really short game but has an intriguing plot. Wish you added more to it though. Your game is second and starts at 03:49
I am going to make a YouTube video over this game tomorrow, but I really enjoyed this game and this is my thoughts on what I thought the game was.
I believe this game is symbolical of depression. The man feels like a mere reflection of himself, and time is simply passing him by, shown by just how fast the clock hands move and the speed of the sun rising. As for the creature, I feel that it is the personification of his depression, as if he's being kept there against his will. Taking that into account, the things the man says when you click on items are POSSIBLY not only true in a literal sense, but also true in a symbolical sense. AS for what's happening in the game, you play as a reflection? So, you're essentially not a real person, which is why he states that he's 'No one.'. Maybe that's a bit of a stretch, but that's what I got from it. And for him shattering the mirror, I see that as him escaping from within the confines of the little world that he is trapped in, with the world being within the mirror itself. That's why I believe the smile that he see's in the reflection is not actually him, but the ALTERNATE version of him that resides on the OTHER side of the mirror world. And by him shattering the mirror, he finds that he has essentially escaped the depressing confines of that mirror world, and is now living the life that his smiling counterpart possesses.
This whole theory may be a huge stretch, as while playing the game I've only made but surface level assumptions. Plus, having no audio while playing didn't help either. I'd say SFX and Music set the tone for just about any horror game, lmao. Anyway. Good game, bruh.
Since I have played/revisit the version that Aaron Wise made I decided to try the original version. I'd say it is pretty good I'd say better then aaron wise's as it seems more creepier. Made a video on it.
Thank you so much for playing! Happy to hear you enjoyed it :)
Short, but a neat message with the breaking mirror.
Thanks for playing, I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Wow, I totally missed replying to this, so sorry! Thank you so much for playing and posting!!
I WANT TO LIVE HERE FOREVER LMAO THANKS THE GAME STARTS AT 1:39:30
So sorry I'm just seeing this now! Thank you so much for posting here! I left you a comment on the video!
Did you compose the music too?
I did!
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This game is a unique one, and honestly, before I even talk about the game, I just want to talk about the soundtrack. Now, I don't know why, but I absolutely love the music in this game, and how it gives off the impression that you are playing a game that is everything but a horror game. Of course, I'm not stupid, I've played the game. There are aspects of horror in this game that stray away from your typical 'jumpscares are the only horror in this horror game' horror game. Such as loneliness, which can give birth to fear. Or the feeling of being trapped. However, I feel like it isn't the horror that makes this game stand out to me, but the music. Initially, I found this game completely by chance as I wanted to have a game to record and put up on my tiny YouTube channel. Upon my first impressions of playing the game, I feel like I really missed the point and it is made fairly evident in my video. The music to me not only sounds appealing and had me vibing multiple times while playing, but is composed in a manner that perfectly fits, compliments, and emphasizes the little short story that is being told here. Of course, I won't spoil anything major, but in The Mirrored World, it became clear to me why the music is seemingly reversed and why there is such a bittersweet and lonely tone (Mostly lonely for me) in the tune. This is made even more evident when exposed to the tune in The Real Room, which seems to actually move forward and has a more uplifting and hopeful tune that is surrounded by this feeling of newfound freedom despite sounding very similar to the tune in The Mirrored World. To the story, this is obviously important for reasons I won't delve into as I don't want to spoil the majority game on the official game page. That'd be foul, LMFAO. But of course, this is a game that is rather vague in its story and is up for multiple theories and speculations upon what it could REALLY be about. However, I can be wrong. Anyway, one last theory I found to be quite interesting was why the guy is smiling in his reflection despite being kept 'there' by 'him'? And the answer is quite simple. That is not his reflection. It is him, but it is NOT his reflection... Take that as you will.
Finally, I'm done with my little ten-minute essay. Sorry for that. Anyway, I want to give a round of applause to Matt Reeves for creating such a great, thought-provoking game. I didn't think much about the game when I recorded it and honestly, I'm quite upset with how bad I misconstrued the story in my video. But to be fair, I was vibing to the music too often anyway. That's what you get for making such a great, yet simple soundtrack, Matt. It's your fault!
Aw, thank you so much for this awesome post! I'll send all my thoughts over to your YouTube video :)
So, after playing this, I thought it was cool. I do wish you included a sound controller, but I understand that it is a game jam. Overall I really liked the feeling of it! I hope you make longer and more in depth games later (With a sound controller! XD)
Gameplay of your version of the game (the original) uploaded now ~
I've just played it! Edited : (that's the other version of the game)
Hey, thank you, I appreciate you posting! However, this is the wrong version of the game; you actually played my friend's remake of my game (I can see how that would be an easy mix up). Would you mind posting this on his page? It would help him out a lot! Also, if you enjoyed the concept, feel free to play the original on this page as well :) I'll check out your video though!
Here's the link to Aaron's verison:
He Keeps Me Here by Aaron Wise (itch.io)
Oh, sorry for that :( I saw his page and didn't imagine there would be 2 versions, although that's very interesting. I just googled the name after playing to comment and chose the wrong page. I will post to his page as well though and play your version,too. Yours looks really nice, too.
I finally got around to playing this one and I'm glad I did. I know it's a short experience but this game really stands out to me for some reason. I think a lot has to do with the music which I love. I really relate to the message that I pulled from the game too. The mystery, the spookiness, the music, it's just all around a great time. Feel free to check out my playthrough where I'm dumb and make a 3 minute experience into a 15 minute one and gush about the music for half of it lol. Thanks very much for making it!
https://youtu.be/plFZwoBjT6c
Mexican Streamer/Youtuber, I started recently and love short horror games, I actually got a jump scare from yours but it was really fun. UwUr
Hey, thanks so much for playing! So glad you enjoyed it!
Hey there! Just wanted to say thank you and that I love the idea and creepy feel I got playing this game. I hope to see more content from you in the future!
me gusto pero creo que me proyecte bastante al darle un significado, sobre todo a el monstruo, me gustaría tener una buena plática sobre el tema.
Another great game. This sit he video I made on it
Thanks so much for playing, I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Yet another great game! As always, the character design is perfect! This had a surreal feel to it and I found my own meaning behind the story, although I'm sure i missed the mark a bit lol. Here's my playthrough:
I really enjoyed this short. The message I pulled from it really hits home. Good work. Thanks so much!
Yet another great game by Matt Reeves Productions, after playing two lines and watching his video for nemeses i saw two other games i have not played by this creator.
I am again taken back by the creativity and uniqueness of the game which again carries a "hidden meaning" of sorts , i will be playing both "look for me" and the nemeses demo very soon!
Feed back for this game is all positive the music is spot on this would make a great game if it was fleshed out and find out more about "her" and more about how "he keeps me here" this feels like a nostalgic dream sequence before an awakening, a must play!
A fun little game with a good atmosphere. We liked it very much.
Short but enjoyable little game. Great atmosphere and music. The creature outside, just standing there was pretty creepy.
Thanks so much for playing!
Fantastic game! Really deep but manages to relay a message without shoving it down the audience's throats. Beautiful and thrilling, definitely convinced us to consider checking out your other games! Thank you for this masterpiece.
Thank you so much for playing! Really enjoyed the video!
Thanks likewise for the game, and for checking us out! Keep doing great things :)
Love love love love love this game!!!! You have done a damned fine job with this and you've managed to tell a great story without actually telling a story which is really impressive
Thank you so much for the kind words!
This game is a GEM.
Hey Matt, I really enjoyed this. It always amazes me how much thought goes into the design of your games. The audio is very clever *NO SPOILERS* and I like how you find ways to create meaning & it's never just "here isd a monster, here is a setting, go have fun". There is ALWAYS a purpose & design choice in what you do & it really goes a long way. I hope I got the idea behind the game in my summary at the end :)
we love the idea of the game! short sweet and thought prevoking. im just a potato gamer and thought i broke the game! nonetheless awesome game
Gave it a go...
Scared my pants right off! That said, i'd love to know what the story was about, 'cause it isn't very obvious at any point in-game. My first thought was maybe this creature represents depression or something similar, which the title would make sense with that in mind. I loved where this was developing, and the scare build-up was pretty good. Definitely worth a play and looking forward to future endeavors!Je crois qu’ici c’est nos vices (démons intérieurs) qui nous déconnecte de la réalité et c’est l’amour qui nous ramène dans le droit chemin <3 j’ai bien aimé le jeu
very fun and scary game wish it was longer cant wait for more of you games!!
Really cool game! Made me think and was strange but I loved it!
this was wack maaaaaan. I loved it.