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Mirror's Edge has great platforming, but other elements fall flat
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DICE is primarily known for its popular Battlefield series. Because of that, it's surprising they are behind Mirror's Edge. This game isn't focused on gunplay at all. In fact, the game encourages you to avoid combat situations at all times, and the act of shooting a gun isn't satisfying either, ...
Reviewed by dudacles on May 1, 2009
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Despite its issues, Mirror's Edge pulls through in originality.
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Editor's Note: Video review included! Both reviews took me quite awhile, and this is my first review in nearly a year. Both reviews differ from each other and include a few different thoughts. Unfortunately, my capturing device went FUBAR prior to the review, so I had to use trailer footage ...
Reviewed by Slunks on May 30, 2009
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5 out of 5 found this review helpful. |
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Patience Pays Off
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My emotions conflicted greatly during my playing of Mirror’s Edge on account of its frustrating dichotomy. On one hand, you have an excellent climbing and running action game played entirely in the first person, and it does a fantastic job of putting you into the shoes of lead character Faith, ...
Reviewed by Scheds on March 4, 2009
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2 out of 2 found this review helpful. |
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Brilliant concept; flawed execution
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Conceptually, Mirror’s Edge is brilliant; there is no doubt about it, for me. The idea of a first-person free-running simulator is something I’ve wanted to play having seen The Matrix for the first time. Being able to jump from building to building, across rooftops, pulling out kick-ass moves when needs ...
Reviewed by SunKing on May 12, 2009
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1 out of 1 found this review helpful. |
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Mirror's Edge Review
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Original IP’s have become scarce in gaming over the past couple of years, and it isn’t very often that one stands out among the crowd of sequels and look-a-likes. Mirror’s Edge is a first-person platformer/action-adventure that puts you in control of the female lead, Faith, in the game’s metropolitan city. ...
Reviewed by LLIINNKK on July 18, 2009
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1 out of 1 found this review helpful. |
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Mirror's Edge - Review
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It is pretty safe to say that you haven't played a game like Mirror's Edge. Game developers Dice have been in the game for quite some time now with some classics such as Pinball Dreams, Ralisport Challange and most recently battlefield: Bad Company.Mirror's Edge is a very ambitious game that ...
Reviewed by berva on March 10, 2009
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Innovation is nice but it only goes so far
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Innovation isn’t exactly easy to find nowadays, but when it calls it’s always answered. Mirror’s Edge is industry giant EA’s take on manipulating the first-person genre into something other than a shooter. Yes that means hopping around with no mechanisms that spew a fiery discharge or promote rag-doll physics. Is ...
Reviewed by infestedandy on July 22, 2009
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When you're leaping around it's awesome, when you're not....
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ProsGood sense of movement.Melee combat though generally not the option you'll choose is fun and well animated.In a world where every other game is grey and brown, the bright colors in this title make for a welcome change.ConsGun play isn't quite as fun, though when push comes to shove it's ...
Reviewed by Dimsey on March 22, 2009
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Dazed and confused.
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PS3
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There are three games inside Mirror's Edge. One is an awesome and original first-person game that emphasizes on flow and momentum, with a shaky camera that reminds me of the Bourne movies. One is a slow puzzle game, with a focus on platforming, which reminds me of Portal. ...
Reviewed by buzz_killington on Aug. 20, 2009
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The beautiful yet strange mongrel child of the FPS and platformer
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When I think of Mirror's Edge developer EA, the first thing that springs to mind is playing fifa on the megadrive and being amazed by the voice intro ('It's in the game'), the second thought that crosses my mind when i think of EA is the endless number of sports ...
Reviewed by EarthwormJohnUK on June 7, 2009
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Runs with a bad leg.
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PS3
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One of hardest genres that developers have failed time and time again to get right is the first person platforming. Despite a wealth of great first person shooter games on the market, developers have struggled with letting people experience other genres from the same perspective. Many have tried, some have ...
Reviewed by BR4DL3I9H on June 8, 2009
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Not as deep as I would have liked, but whats there is great
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Mirror's Edge, is a first person platform for the PS3. It follows into the footsteps of games like Prince of Persia or Tomb Raider, except its all from the first person perspective this time. In many aspects the game is quite a bit like Breakdown, which had first person platforming ...
Reviewed by Grumbel on May 1, 2009
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Its strengths far outweigh its many problems.
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Or you can just watch my video review -- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aBdR-X3dj18Yes, it is a shameless way to garner hits.Mirror’s Edge is first and foremost, a platformer. Sure, you can shoot a gun, but for the most part, it’s all about jumping over and across stuff, hoping you don’t miss your mark ...
Reviewed by Ping5000 on Jan. 21, 2009
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Mirror's Edge is unique, but falls short
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PS3
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This is the main character Faith, seen here taking some names. Mirror’s Edge is a first person action game. The unique thing about it is that it’s more like first person free running game. This allows for unique set pieces and game play. But due to some confusing ...
Reviewed by Killroycantkill on Aug. 24, 2009
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An innovative masterpiece
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Okay i decided to translate one of the best reviews i've written, in google translater and the spending all day correcting all the stupid translations that fucking program makes, so i hope you will all look away from all the flaws and just ask if you can't understand it Anywho ...
Reviewed by JacDG on June 17, 2009
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Not a total letdown, but not a revolution either.
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X360
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Mixed feelings, that's what I'm left with right now after the final chapter of Mirror's Edge. I had no big expectations for this DICE's youngest child, so honestly, it took me by surprise a few times (meant in a positive way), but on the other hand, it is a long, ...
Reviewed by RaptorM60 on Jan. 30, 2009
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Mirror's Edge Review
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Mirror's Edge is an action game that has you running from roof top to roof top trying to solve a mystery, while at the same time trying to stick it to the man with your freedom. Basically there's a centralized government that everyone, but the 'runners' have conformed to. There ...
Reviewed by Altered_Confusion on May 11, 2009
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Highly Recommend ( PS3 ) Reviewed by Some_One_Plays on Dec. 27, 2008 |
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Fun, challenging and frustrating
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PS3
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Failed to live up to the hype on a lot of areas but it still succeeded at its main purpose which is parkouring in first person view. It's a stylish game and you can really feel the flow when running through the levels, but combat isn't really fun and it ...
Reviewed by Nonsense88 on July 29, 2009
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Good... in a way
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X360
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Considering that Mirror's Edge was the first game I got for my 360, I did not have a lot to compare it to. I had heard about it before there was a lot of hype behind it and the idea hooked me as soon as I read about it. ...
Reviewed by Gmanall on Aug. 25, 2009
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Freerunnin on the Edge
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Mirror`s Edge Shines when you get the feel of it. + Innovative 1st Person Action+ Great Music that fits the Game`s Atmosphere+ Fresh Break from blockbuster titles and shooters- Insanely Short. Not worth 60 bucks in my opinion- Frustrating Combat. Faith can`t take much damage- No Multiplayer. Not really a ...
Reviewed by silver_DewSky on Nov. 17, 2008
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Innovative and crammed with potential, but not 60 bucks worth.
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Gotta be a bit of a hater on this one.By no means is Mirror's Edge a failure. I must say that glowing reviews seem a bit extreme, but there's something infectious offered here that almost makes you WANT to love it, even if you can't. I'll detail my own discoveries ...
Reviewed by MrGone1980 on Nov. 26, 2008
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Mirrors Edge: The Review
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There are a few times in my life where a game has come out and taken me by complete surprise. Games that seemed to break the mode and show me what games can be. Unique, and superb, possibly a little flawed, but games that just keep you coming back. Tomb ...
Reviewed by hendersonman on Nov. 27, 2008
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The awesome gets interupted more than it should
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When I first found out about Mirror's Edge I was incredibly excited for it. Finally a game where everything was about free running. I gobbled up every piece of information that I came across, and it was without a doubt a must have game for me. But then the game ...
Reviewed by Kazona on March 18, 2009
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cool shoes
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Mirror's Edge is a great game. Great graphics, amazing level design, fun platforming gameplay (one of the few platformers this gen), and a good combat system. It also has time trials and speedruns to keep you busy when your finished, which brings me to the only negative of the game, ...
Reviewed by SunnyTuesday on Aug. 31, 2009
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Gamefly Backlog: Mirror's Edge
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X360
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Mirror's Edge is a game that attempts to bring something new to the platformer genre by way of a first-person perspective and exhilarating parkour action. While it certainly has its moments, the fact that Mirror's Edge tries to shoehorn in common gameplay elements of other first-person games instead of focusing ...
Reviewed by dizbishop on July 6, 2009
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Frustrating trial and error, but first person parkour works.
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X360
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Mirror’s Edge is a platforming game done exclusively from a first person perspective. End result is frustrating trial and error gameplay. This is basically a game based on one idea. IRRELEVANT STORY In the near future everything is clean and controlled in cities. There are no crimes, but also no ...
Reviewed by FelisLeo1980 on Nov. 21, 2009
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Running has never been so hard
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PS3
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Let me preface this by saying there are very few games in this world that make me want to throw my controller or induce an incredible rage that requires me to stop playing immediately and go do something to blow off some steam. Street Fighter II, ironically one of my ...
Reviewed by PTCoakley on March 21, 2009
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Always on the run
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Not unlike Assassin's Creed it's the core mechanics that make this game. Running and jumping across rooftops is a singular experience. Movement feels intuitive and the stunning visuals and sound design root the game firmly in a believable world.It's a shame the game isn't always clear about its intentions though. ...
Reviewed by ninjadodo on March 28, 2009
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One of them games you'll always remember.
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The game is beautiful and infact it is THE best looking game in 2008 but I waited out for the PC version. I think it had ALOT of potential like Left 4 Dead but also like Left 4 Dead it feels rushed and lacking much of anything but charm. The idea ...
Reviewed by PapaLazarou on Jan. 18, 2009
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| Game Name | Mirror's Edge |
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| Original US Release |
Nov. 11, 2008
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| Original US Release |
November
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OFLC: M
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CERO: C
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ESRB: T
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PEGI: 16+
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Mirror's Edge Video Guide
A Walkthrough guide for Mirror's Edge including speedrunning strategies, level walkthroughs, achievement guides, and Runner Bag locations
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mirror's edge trophies
mirror's edge PSN trophies
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