# Mimics

> Local multiplayer game for imitating and guessing facial expressions. (iPhone/iPad app by Navel GmbH & Co. KG.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mimics/id1037354797 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Navel GmbH & Co. KG](https://appshunter.io/developer/766505885)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Family, Puzzle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 175 App Store ratings · 87 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 80 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-02-15
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mimics/id1037354797/reviews.md

## What is Mimics?

Here comes the game about taking funny pics of yourself and your friends! 

Mimics is a hilarious local multiplayer game about imitating faces with your friends and family. Given a handcrafted picture, you mimic the facial expression on camera and watch your friends try and guess which picture you portrayed. 

You will:
- Twist your face in ridiculous ways
- Watch others do the same
- Play together or compete with your friends in different game modes
- Mimic more than 200 different cartoons, objects, animal photos and more
- Save your funniest faces or share them to your favorite social media

Awards & Recognition
- "Devmania Overnight Contest Winner" Devmania, 2014
- "Indiecade Official Selection" Indiecade, 2015
- "Creative Gaming Award Nomination" PLAY15, 2015
- "ZKM App Art Award - Art & Experience" ZKM, 2016 

Supported languages: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish (European), Turkish and Portuguese (European)

Universal app for your iPhone and iPad!

## Key features

- Imitate facial expressions
- Local multiplayer gameplay
- Guessing game modes
- Over 200 unique images
- Save and share photos
- Play on iPhone and iPad

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mimics Premium | $0.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Mimics?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 💡 Unique and innovative game concept
- 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Great for playing with friends and family
- 😄 Funny and entertaining gameplay
- 👶 Appropriate for children (when played locally)
- 🎮 Works well in party/local multiplayer mode
- ⭐ Popular with YouTubers (Gloom sponsorship effect)

**Cons**

- 🌐 Online mode frequently broken/non-functional
- 📱 Persistent internet connection errors despite working connection
- 🐛 App crashes frequently
- 📺 Excessive ads covering game elements
- 🚫 Inappropriate user-generated content in online mode
- 👶 Not safe for children in online multiplayer
- 🔐 Inadequate content moderation and reporting
- 🎮 Confusing UI and unclear game mechanics
- 🔑 Login/account creation issues
- ❌ Facebook login integration broken

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Online mode shows false 'no internet connection' errors
- App crashes during gameplay
- Player 2 sometimes cannot proceed in game
- Game randomly stops after Player 1's turn
- Sign-up button does not respond
- Nickname input keyboard cannot be dismissed
- Random Coop Game feature does not send invitations
- Friends search does not work
- Account needs to be recreated after app reinstall
- Ad placement obscures face options during gameplay

**Most requested features**

- Add more face images to prevent repetition
- Allow users to upload custom faces
- User blocking/reporting functionality
- Content moderation before photos are shared
- Local-only photo storage option
- Move ad placement to avoid covering game elements
- Better UI/UX and feature explanations
- Online version accessible via web browser
- Fix friend search functionality

## Recent user reviews (10 of 87)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mimics/id1037354797/reviews.md

### 4/5 — I miss you Gloom

*2023-03-18, version 2.00*

As many of you may know Gloom stopped posting videos a year ago due to personal issues. I personally love her channel and wish she was still making videos although I wish her the best in whatever she is doing now. Anyway, I still watch her videos on YouTube and I came across one where she played mimics with Terry (Terry is amazing, I’m so glad they are getting married) it was very funny and good. I got the app and I really like it although I can’t find the online version which I would like to use sometimes when everyone else is busy. It’s a fun app though and I’d really recommend it to people age 7+.

### 1/5 — You can’t see around the ads

*2023-03-17, version 2.00*

Sometimes a round is impossible because the ad is displaying over one of the face options and you can’t see it clearly. You need to move the position of the ads so it isn’t covering the game, put it on the top or something.

### 5/5 — Good!

*2022-05-26*

I have nothing bad to say about this other than that it won’t let player 2 go sometimes and it randomly stops the game after player 1 went. Please fix that.

### 4/5 — It is ok

*2022-05-05, version 2.00*

I think it is ok but like Palm tree one I got my brother cod not guess it so you soundDownload it.

### 5/5 — Excelente

*2022-05-01, version 2.00*

Muy divertida en familia

### 5/5 — Love

*2022-03-20*

Perfect for when you’re bored with friends, I love playing it in the car!

### 2/5 — My internet?

*2022-03-04*

So i found this game on the app store, thinking it looked fun. I download it, i click “Online” because i didn’t have anyone to play with. I agree with the terms and service, and when i get to the , i put in my nickname and click “sign up”. It says i have bad internet, when all the other apps on my phone work and my internet is actually fine when i check. I just want to play the game, but it dosent let me. Can you guys fix this for everyone because this isn’t the first complaint i’ve seen with this problem. Thank you!

### 1/5 — doesn’t work. would give 0 stars if possible.

*2022-02-02*

i have a really hard time believing this game has won any awards when it doesn’t even work. it was even in one of the app stores featured games slides. it looked fun so i downloaded it without even looking at the reviews, only to find that it wouldn’t work. went back to read reviews and saw people have been having the same issues im having over the last three years. don’t waste your time or excitement over this game because it’s pointless and doesn’t work.

### 1/5 — Can’t play

*2022-01-24*

When I press the online button, it says that I have no internet when I clearly do. I feel as if the developers did this purposely to temporarily resolve the fact that people put up unsettling photos.

### 1/5 — Unplayable

*2021-10-21*

The advertising and idea is awesome, but much like many other people I can’t even seem to play due to the fact the game asks me to create an account and suggests that I have no internet connection to play. It doesn’t matter day or night, home or out, on Wi-Fi or not this app doesn’t work. Sadly. The app should not be released if it’s unusable, hopefully it’s fixed sometime, because I read reviews from 2 years ago saying the same thing.

## Frequently asked questions about Mimics

### What is this app about?

This app is a local multiplayer game focused on imitating facial expressions from a variety of handcrafted pictures. Players twist their faces to match given images, and others guess which one is being portrayed. It's designed for fun and laughter with friends and family.

### What are the key features of this game?

Key features include imitating over 200 different cartoons, objects, and animal photos, playing in various game modes with friends, and the ability to save and share your funniest captured faces to social media. It supports local multiplayer for interactive fun.

### Is this app free to download and play?

Yes, the app is free to download. However, it does contain in-app purchases and advertisements, which may offer additional content or an enhanced experience.

### What devices is this app compatible with?

This is a universal app, meaning it is supported on both iPhone and iPad devices, allowing for flexible play across Apple's mobile platforms.

### What are some common ways to use this app?

This app is ideal for parties, family gatherings, or casual get-togethers where you want a lighthearted and engaging activity. It's perfect for breaking the ice and creating memorable, funny moments with a group.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.00 — 2022-04-26

- small Bug Fixes
- removed Online Mode

### 1.75 — 2019-07-19

A new version of Mimics is available!

- Improved online coop functionality
- Some errors have been fixed

### 1.7 — 2019-05-06

NEW ONLINE MODE! Play cooperative games with random players from all over the world! 

- New Online-Flow
- Localization Bugfix
- added iPhone X support

### 1.62 — 2019-01-24

NEW ONLINE MODE! Play cooperative games with random players from all over the world!

### 1.47 — 2017-05-17

NEW BURST MODE!
Put your facial expression skills to the test: mimic four pictures quickly in a row in the new Burst Mode and challenge your friends or beat the Coop Challenge!

Facebook Login no longer required for online play!
Added Mexican and Brazilian localization!

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