Comparison

Ghost In The Mirror vs BABEL

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

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About

Ghost In The Mirror

Embark on an episodic graphic adventure filled with humor, puzzles, and mystery. Guide characters through richly detailed 2D worlds, solve intricate puzzles, and make choices that shape the narrative. This game blends classic point-and-click elements with modern storytelling and a unique meta-narrative.

Highlights
  • Episodic graphic adventures
  • Storytelling and puzzles
  • Wild humor and fourth-wall breaks
  • 2D pixel-art exploration
  • Point-and-click gameplay
  • Choice-driven narrative
  • Original soundtrack and achievements
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Ghost In The Mirror: Episode 1 - Here Be Dragons Do you believe in ghosts? Are you ready to be scared?! ... Well, then I think you've got the wrong game. Seriously, I started off with the darkest intentions, wanting to create a horror game, but the urge to laugh took over. Sure, it's an adventurous game with mysterious elements... However, with constant fourth-wall breaks, irony, jokes, and vulgarity, you tend to forget about ghosts! Let me introduce myself, I'm Sui! I'm Italian, and I'm a solo indie developer. I've dedicated myself so much to this project that I've ended up inside it in flesh and pixels. Sitting behind my desk, I will narrate the events and guide you by the hand through this journey... ...A journey that will keep you glued to the screen from the first to the last episode. Yes, you heard right, EPISODES! Ghost In The Mirror is an anthology of graphic adventures. A series of ghost stories characterized by a lot of storytelling, puzzles, and wild humor. A collection of modern adventure games that still capture the spirit of the '90s games. This is "Here Be Dragons", the first episode of the saga. In this adventure I'll take you to the 18th century, and together we'll experience the adventures of Roger, a morally dubious boy on the run from the law. A journey that starts in a fishing village, with light puzzles and comedic moments, but will take us adrift at sea, surrounded by mystery, ghosts, and... ...Well, I don't like to reveal too much about the plot, so that's enough! But I can tell you what characterizes this and all the other episodes of Ghost In The Mirror: You'll guide characters from different eras through a 2D world with an unprecedented depth. You'll explore evocative pixel-art scenarios and handcrafted animations, immersing yourself in gripping stories, all connected by the eerie thread that unites the worlds of the living and the dead. You'll solve intricate puzzles and meta-puzzles like in a classic point-and-click game. You'll visit places rich in interactive elements and talk to the quirky characters that populate them. You'll collect items necessary to progress in the game, which, if used creatively, might reveal the programmer's sheer foolishness. Your choices will determine the outcome of the adventures, offering a personalized and replayable gaming experience. Prepare to be carried away by an original and thrilling soundtrack that will plunge you into the game's atmosphere. Unlock your potential through a series of exciting achievements, revealing your skill and dedication. Get Ghost In The Mirror and let yourself be captivated by an epic adventure! Specters, spirits, ghosts, poltergeists, ectoplasms... Throughout history, we've come up with many names for them, and countless people swear they've seen one. Do you believe in ghosts? Here's what we'll do: you'll answer me directly in the game. Have fun, and happy nightmares! Play comfortably using touchscreen, keyboard, mouse, or controller, tailoring the gaming experience to your personal preferences Please note that this game contains only the first episode, "Here Be Dragons", of "Ghost in the Mirror" saga. The other episodes are sold separately.

About

BABEL

Features
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Step into the shadows of ancient Babel... where gods demand offerings, and warriors uncover forbidden truths. You are Borzoo, a fierce warrior summoned to the heart of Babylon. By day you collect taxes and train in brutal combat. By night you perform intense drum rituals in shadowy ceremonies that honor ancient powers. But when a trusted blacksmith whispers of cosmic horror lurking beneath the city, everything changes. Inspired by Persian epics like the Shahnameh, Babel blends third-person action, stealth, and atmospheric storytelling in a mythical Mesopotamian world. Master mobile-optimized controls (similar to PUBG Mobile & Call of Duty), use PS4 controller support, and experience a gripping 1-hour first chapter filled with mystery, combat, and dark revelations. Features: Third-person adventure with intense combat & stealth Rhythm mini-games (drums, arrow rituals) Atmospheric Mesopotamian city & hidden realms 10 language subtitles (English, Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese & more) Low crash rate, smooth mobile performance Lore gallery with stunning unlocked artwork & ancient secrets Dark. Epic. Unforgiving. Download now and awaken the nightmare that has waited millennia.

Screenshots

Ghost In The Mirror4 screens
BABEL4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: BABEL at Free against Ghost In The Mirror's $3.99. BABEL also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 months). Ghost In The Mirror's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

BABEL is free to download; Ghost In The Mirror costs $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Ghost In The Mirror ships an update every 6 months, BABEL every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Ghost In The Mirror versus BABEL: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGhost In The MirrorBABEL
Price$3.99Free — better
Rating4.5 (16 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews96.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings16 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size70 MB443 MB
Age rating9+9+
DeveloperStefano Mazzottamohammadjavad aryanjavid

In-app purchases

None

Ghost In The Mirror

No in-app purchases

None

BABEL

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Ghost In The Mirror free?
Ghost In The Mirror costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is BABEL free?
BABEL is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Ghost In The Mirror or BABEL have ads?
Neither Ghost In The Mirror nor BABEL shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Ghost In The Mirror or BABEL?
Ghost In The Mirror ships an update every 6 months, and BABEL every 3 weeks. Most recently, Ghost In The Mirror was updated on October 27, 2026 and BABEL on October 20, 2026.

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