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The Black Mirror Hints

I cannot get any of the lights to turn on!

  • 1 of 6: You've tried pushing the buttons under the lights, right?
  • 2 of 6: When you first enter the catacombs, the lights won't work.
  • 3 of 6: You'll need to solve a puzzle or two to turn on the power.
  • 4 of 6: Make sure you've pushed the loose brick.
  • 5 of 6: After you've done that, you'll need to figure out what to do with the door that was revealed.
  • 6 of 6: You'll need to go inside the little room, and figure out what to do there. Once your task there is complete, power will be available for the lights.