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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10, 11 Processeur : Intel® Core™ i5 or AMD Ryzen™ 5 Graphiques : NVIDIA GTX 1060 or AMD Radeon RX 580 DirectX : Version 10

Recommended: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10, 11 Processeur : Intel® Core™ i5 or AMD Ryzen™ 5 Graphiques : NVIDIA RTX 3060 Ti / AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT DirectX : Version 12

The Pale Mimic

Hidden gem
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Released August 17, 2026
sample: 167 reviews posted after launch (78 AI-classified)
86/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 91 % · 169 reviews (« Very Positive »)
➡️ Stable reception — recent reviews (30d): 88% positive vs 90% overall (244 recent reviews)
8,15€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Players are finishing this compact journey in a single sitting, yet they still award the game a Very Positive global score backed by 90 percent approval across 167 post-release reviews. The action and story hooks drive the experience forward, even as the credits roll remarkably soon.

What it's about: The Pale Mimic est un jeu d'horreur atmosphérique se déroulant dans la nature sauvage de l'Alaska. Fugitif de haut vol en cavale, vous ne pouvez compter que sur votre chien pour survivre dans ces forêts glaciales... jusqu'à ce que quelque chose d'autre s'invite sans prévenir.

In-game

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« I just stay in the cabin staying cozy by the fire, watching the snow outside. Reminds me of where I grew up. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 1 h played1
« Would def recommend playing honestly could raise the price to 15 dollars and would still recommend it. Short 1-2 hour game however I only got the standard ending and have not found all the collectables. Rocky - Minnie = Best dog »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 2 h played1
« Un bon petit jeu avec le meilleur des coéquipier. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 2 h played
« This game hits all the boxes atmosphere sounds jump scares and story. Great overall all game play . I highly recommend this game to anyone »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 3 h played
« greatest indie horror game of all time and best dog companion in all of gaming »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 8 h played
« 8 dollars for what its a hour of gameplay it gets very repetitive, the idea of the game is cool but they just didn't do it right. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 2 h played
« I can't recommend this game on personal grounds. the video give voice acting for the main character and is nothing like the actual game. the demo tells ya all you need to know. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 0 h played
« literally a ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ masterpiece im going to name my son Jason Cragmoore »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 1 h played
« A perfect representation of me going out of my room to the kitchen to get a midnight snack every 10 minutes, with the lights turn off, but there is a scary creature lurking in the dark. And it gets progressively worse. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 2 h played
« I really liked this, cute game. Good work. I think the monster could've looked a little better but I don't have too many complaints. I enjoyed this thoroughly. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 2 h played

In players' words

« I just stay in the cabin staying cozy by the fire, watching the snow outside. Reminds me of where I grew up. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 1 h played1
« 8 dollars for what its a hour of gameplay it gets very repetitive, the idea of the game is cool but they just didn't do it right. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 2 h played
« Would def recommend playing honestly could raise the price to 15 dollars and would still recommend it. Short 1-2 hour game however I only got the standard ending and have not found all the collectables. Rocky - Minnie = Best dog »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 2 h played1
« I can't recommend this game on personal grounds. the video give voice acting for the main character and is nothing like the actual game. the demo tells ya all you need to know. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 0 h played
« Un bon petit jeu avec le meilleur des coéquipier. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 2 h played
« literally a ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ masterpiece im going to name my son Jason Cragmoore »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 1 h played
« This game hits all the boxes atmosphere sounds jump scares and story. Great overall all game play . I highly recommend this game to anyone »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 3 h played
« A perfect representation of me going out of my room to the kitchen to get a midnight snack every 10 minutes, with the lights turn off, but there is a scary creature lurking in the dark. And it gets progressively worse. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 2 h played
« greatest indie horror game of all time and best dog companion in all of gaming »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 8 h played
« I really liked this, cute game. Good work. I think the monster could've looked a little better but I don't have too many complaints. I enjoyed this thoroughly. »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 2 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
71 % pos · n=63
Story / writing
79 % pos · n=39
Graphics / art
90 % pos · n=20
Audio / music
65 % pos · n=17
Value for money
88 % pos · n=17
Content / longevity
33 % pos · n=15
Performance
100 % pos · n=3
Stability / bugs
33 % pos · n=3
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay6345810
Story / writing393144
Graphics / art201820
Audio / music171142
Value for money171502
Content / longevity15528
Performance3300
Stability / bugs3102

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 2 h on median; those who dislike it: 1.6 h.

🪤 75 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
85 % (n=80)
2-10h
95 % (n=86)
10-25h
100 % (n=1)

💶 Price history

€6.42€6.97€7.53€8.09€8.65€6.92

Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 22, 2026 · All-time low: €6.92 (Aug 22, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

6,7 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 11 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 31,7 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

No indexed video for this game yet.

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This game on Twitch

Small streamers to support

LIVE Kimsterrz 20 viewers · EN — Chased by a cryptid in the Alaskan wilderness | !commandsLIVE radio_rakoon 5 viewers · EN — hewo pwincess

Streams snapshot from 28/08 à 05h27

Popular clips

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Strengths

  • Engaging mechanics drive the core loop, backed by 45 positive mentions out of 63 regarding gameplay.
  • The narrative hooks players effectively, registering 31 positive mentions out of 39 for the story.
  • Visual execution impresses the community, with 18 positive mentions out of 20 pointing to strong graphics.
  • Pricing feels fair to the player base, shown by 15 positive mentions out of 17 dedicated to the cost.

Weaknesses

  • Content depth leaves some wanting more, with 8 negative mentions out of 15 concerning overall volume.
  • A brief runtime catches adventurers off guard, highlighted by 14 mentions noting that the game is short.

Who is it for?

Players seeking a tight, story-driven action adventure that can be completed in a single weekend will find a rewarding experience here.

Is The Pale Mimic worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 91% of 169 Steam reviews are positive (player score 86/100). Most-praised strength: Engaging mechanics drive the core loop, backed by. Current price: 8,15€.

Verdict

The Pale Mimic delivers a memorable atmospheric journey despite its concise length. With robust post-release approval and solid core systems, it stands as a worthwhile indie trip for action-adventure fans.

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