MIMESIS is a cooperative survival horror game for up to four players currently available on Steam. Set in a devastated world where cursed rain continues to fall, you aim to survive by using a tram as your base and collecting scrap while making repairs. The biggest threat is an AI enemy called "Mimesis" that perfectly imitates the player and his friends, and attacks by copying even their voices and actions. Correct item selection and mastery are the keys to trust and survival.
In this article, we will provide you with all the details on all the items that are fully updated with the latest patch. We will delve into everything from price fluctuation range, duration, number of uses, charging method, advantages and disadvantages, division of roles in cooperative play, countermeasures for each monster, cooperation with traps, and detailed techniques useful in actual play. Beginners can start with the essential items, while advanced users can refer to the optimal combinations. Eliminate wasted scraps and definitely increase your clearing rate.
- Mimesis basic system and importance of items
- All item details list (compatible with latest patch)
- Kuma Bat: A versatile melee weapon that you can rely on from the beginning to the end.
- Electric fly swatter: safety first stun specialized weapon
- Flashlight: an essential tool to completely eliminate darkness
- Puppy doll: the perfect guidepost to share with your entire team
- Compass, Noisy Chicken, Paintball, Shotgun
- Examples of optimal item combinations
- Example of role sharing in cooperative play
- Cooperation techniques with trap gimmicks
- Common failure patterns and countermeasures
Mimesis basic system and importance of items
One cycle consists of purchasing items at the base shop, starting the tram, selecting a stage, exploring for three days and collecting scrap, returning to the base on the fourth day, converting the scrap into funds, and proceeding with the repair of the tram. If repairs are not made in time, "The Last Night" will occur, and you will enter a decisive battle mode in which Mimesis will appear in large numbers.
Items are limited to 4 slots in your inventory and are used as weapons and tools while exploring. Electronic devices can be recharged indefinitely on the tram or at outlets on the map. Extended outdoor activities in the rain will cause your pollution gauge to skyrocket, so be sure to use detox juice as needed. Division of roles is extremely important in cooperative play, and it will be much more efficient if you decide in advance who will be in charge of the compass, weapon, lighting, signpost, etc.
All item details list (compatible with latest patch)
| Item name | Price guide | priority | Duration/Number of uses | charging | Main uses |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| bear bat | Around $30 | ★★★★★ | almost infinite | Not possible | Main weapon for close combat |
| electric fly swatter | Around $70 | ★★★★☆ | 10 times | Possible | Stun + small damage |
| flashlight | Around $25 | ★★★☆☆ | 300 seconds | Possible | Ensuring visibility/searching in dark places |
| puppy doll | $15 fixed | ★★★☆☆ | 480 seconds | Possible | Guideposts/understanding current location |
| compass | Around $20 | ★★☆☆☆ | infinite | Not possible | Exit direction indication |
| noisy chicken | Around $130 | ★★☆☆☆ | infinite | Not possible | Mimesis approach detection |
| paintball | Fixed at $20 | ★☆☆☆☆ | 5 times | Not possible | Visibility obstruction/short distance landmark |
| shotgun | Around $150 | ★☆☆☆☆ | Depends on number of bullets | Not possible | long distance high firepower |
| shotgun bullets | $10 fixed | ★☆☆☆☆ | 1 shot | Not possible | Shotgun ammunition |
Kuma Bat: A versatile melee weapon that you can rely on from the beginning to the end.
Kumabat is an affordable melee weapon with extremely high durability and is the strongest melee weapon that can effectively attack almost all monsters. The attack motion is a downward swing that lasts about 1 second, and there is also a slight stun effect when it hits. You can reliably defeat even highly durable rabbits and elephants with multiple shots, and in fact, you can defeat an elephant with 9 Kumabats. You can continue to use it until its durability runs out, and although it cannot be repaired, it is practical to purchase multiple copies because the price is low.
Pricing and availability
It costs around $30 and can be purchased immediately with an initial capital of $100. If there are four people working together, it would be ideal for everyone to have one.
Performance details
The damage is about 1/3 that of a shotgun, but it can be fired repeatedly at close range, and the DPS is actually very high. It can withstand hundreds of attacks and is virtually endless in use.
Optimal usage
Always equip it while exploring, and immediately swing down when a mimesis or monster approaches. In cooperative play, it is stable for the vanguard to have the role and the rear to support. Be sure to counterattack after the rabbit's charge or the elephant's attack motion.
merit
It is inexpensive, ultra-durable, and extremely versatile and can be used by anyone, making it useful even for beginners.
Disadvantages
Since it cannot attack from long distances, it is necessary to keep your distance and avoid double shots from sheep.
Recommended players
This is a must-have item for everyone, especially combat personnel and solo players.
Recommended combination
By combining a flashlight and a bear bat, you can fight perfectly even in the dark.
practical techniques
Remember the monster's attack patterns and practice hit and away. If you want to preserve your durability, it is also effective to deal with low HP enemies by throwing scraps.
Electric fly swatter: safety first stun specialized weapon
Electric Fly Swatter inflicts a forced stun for about 1 second when attacking and adds a small amount of damage. The battery will run out after 10 uses, but it can be fully charged immediately if there is an outlet. Although it is not suitable for high HP enemies, it can buy you excellent escape time against low and medium durability Mimesis.
Pricing and availability
It costs around $70, and I will buy it with funds from the middle stage onwards.
Performance details
With a 1 second stun and small damage, the single shot firepower is lower than the Kuma Bat, but the safety rate is much higher.
Optimal usage
The moment you are approached, use a one-shot stun to immediately distance yourself or create a chance for your allies to counterattack. It is also ideal for emergency avoidance when the voice changes in a gas room.
merit
It is safe even for players who are not good at combat, as the risk of stuns is drastically reduced.
Disadvantages
When it comes to the rabbit class, it takes more than 10 shots and the battery runs out quickly.
Recommended combination
By combining a compass and an electric fly swatter, you can fight safely without losing your direction.
Flashlight: an essential tool to completely eliminate darkness
The center of the screen continues to be brightly illuminated for 300 seconds, allowing you to explore complex structures and dark places without stress. You can turn it on/off even if you have other items equipped.
Pricing and availability
It costs around $25 and is a must-have item for your first shop.
Optimal usage
Basically, I search with it always on. It is especially effective in the abandoned house stage.
merit
The exploration comfort level is different, and if everyone on the team has one, it can be shared.
Disadvantages
If you neglect battery management, you will be stuck in the dark.
Puppy doll: the perfect guidepost to share with your entire team
It will continue to chirp for 480 seconds after installation, allowing you to accurately determine direction and distance. Since the price is extremely low, you can purchase multiple units and install them in a chain.
Pricing and availability
It is the cheapest class at $15 fixed.
Optimal usage
Place them at entrances or important junctions so that if someone gets lost, they can quickly join you.
merit
The risk of getting lost for the entire team can be reduced to almost zero.
Disadvantages
Just setting it up will consume one slot in your inventory.
Compass, Noisy Chicken, Paintball, Shotgun
The detailed performance, usage, advantages and disadvantages of each are shown in the table above. Shotguns in particular are easily imitated by Mimesis, so it's a good idea to leave them near the exit or use them for your last night.
Examples of optimal item combinations
Recommended items for beginners are a bear bat, a flashlight, a puppy doll, and detox juice in a spare frame.
The balanced type includes a bear bat, an electric fly swatter, a flashlight, and a puppy doll.
For advanced users, there are electric fly swatters, bear bats, compasses, and consumables depending on the situation.
Example of role sharing in cooperative play
- Leader: Compass and Kumabat
- Warrior: Bear bat and electric fly swatter
- Lighting & Exploration: Flashlight and Puppy Doll
- Support: Lots of detox juice and paintball
Cooperation techniques with trap gimmicks
Always remember the location of the charging point.
Conserve battery power by turning off the flashlight when pollution sprinklers are operating.
When I don't have enough detox juice, I use paintball as a temporary fix.
Common failure patterns and countermeasures
If your battery dies completely due to running out, make it a habit to always check the remaining power.
If your shotgun is imitated and your allies fire it by mistake, refrain from purchasing it or leave it at the exit.
If you lose your child and lose time, use puppy dolls generously.
If you make full use of all this information, your chances of survival in Mimesis will increase dramatically. Please try it in practice.
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