Refraction: Beyond the Mirror

Refraction: Beyond the Mirror

Javid Hasanli · January 7, 2022 · Psychological Horror, Dark, Stealth, Puzzle, Action-Adventure

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Refraction: Beyond the Mirror price by region

Refraction: Beyond the Mirror costs $3.99 in Georgia (USD), £5.79 in the United Kingdom, €6.59 in Europe (EUR), $7.99 in the United States, CA$8.99 in Canada, NZ$10.29 in New Zealand, A$11.50 in Australia, R$16.59 in Brazil and zł28.99 in Poland right now.

Cheapest Refraction: Beyond the Mirror offer in each region, in local currency
RegionBest priceOfficial storeKey shopStores
Georgia (USD) $3.99 $3.99 — 1
United Kingdom £5.79 £5.79 — 1
Europe (EUR) €6.59 €6.59 — 1
United Statesyour region $7.99 $7.99 — 1
Canada CA$8.99 CA$8.99 — 1
New Zealand NZ$10.29 NZ$10.29 — 1
Australia A$11.50 A$11.50 — 1
Brazil R$16.59 R$16.59 — 1
Poland zł28.99 zł28.99 — 1

Each row is a real price from that region's own stores, not a currency conversion, so the figures are not directly comparable. Switch regions in the header to shop the one you buy in.

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About Refraction: Beyond the Mirror

Refraction is a first-person survival horror game about escaping The Mansion that has trapped you inside itself. The Creature is out on the hunt. Explore the house, find the Runes and the Altar, hide away from the Creature, and use the Mirrors to learn all of the secrets of the house to escape it!

Refraction: Beyond the Mirror — game info

Platforms
Windows
Player modes
Single-player
PC Game Pass
Not included

What Steam players say

Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.

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Refraction: Beyond the Mirror is an indie horror game praised for its atmospheric design, creepy lighting, and clever mirror-world concept that keeps players genuinely scared without relying on cheap jumpscares. However, players note that the lack of mid-run saving, sometimes overly difficult AI, and occasional confusing mechanics can be frustrating, though most feel the challenge enhances the tension rather than detract from it. Players recommend it as a solid indie experience, particularly for those seeking atmospheric horror on a budget.

Recommended Jan 11, 2022
A fun horror game with a pretty good atmosphere. Has some rough edges and confusing mechanics, but still recommended.
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Recommended Jan 11, 2022
Had fun getting scared! good indie horror, atmosphere creepy af, play for fun!!
2 found this helpful
Recommended Jan 11, 2022
The game is actually pretty fun. I appreciated it for what it was but I'm not writing letters either. That being said knowing that a small developer made this I am very pleased! Pros: - The lighting is well done! - The mirror world was a super cool adn well made concept - The resources make you play really smart with your light sources Cons: - NO SAVING. you gotta do it all in one run - Some of these mechanics we have seen before - The AI is almost a lil TOO tough Overall, Is this a top tier horror game? No. Is it scary? Not really. Was it worth playing? 100%. I give it 6 out of 10 Samara Quasimodo hybrids.
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Recommended Jan 10, 2022
No cheap jumpscares, a genuine creepy and dark atmosphere, and the game is actually scary when you play it alone. I'd say this is horror done right.
2 found this helpful
Recommended Mar 1, 2022
[u]I really like [b]REFRACTION[/b]!!!![/u] +You're being chased, for sure. Always frightful fun! +Unforgiving save feature actually adds to the terrifying experience! +Every move is crucial, which adds a great deal of strategy! [code][url=https://store.steampowered.com/curator/41154440-SCULII-DREW/]CURATOR PAGE with INDIE REVIEWS that are ALWAYS POSITIVE[/url][/code]
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Recommended Dec 28, 2024
Horror element is implemented nicely. Fun and scary game, but can be frustrating at times because you can not save. It is good as an indie game, still has room to improve.

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