An amazing-looking core experience that provides an exhilarating rush and lots of replay value.
Clunky combat; animated cut-scenes are jarring; plot takes backseat to action; might be too short for some.
Theres little doubt that Swedens DICE is onto something completely different with its latest first-person title, Mirrors Edge. Its a complete 180 from the developers beloved Battlefield franchise, as it presents a completely different type of war ...
Published: 2008-11-11, Author: Kevin , review by: cnet.com
Abstract: Like its heroine, Faith, Mirrors Edge tries to hurdle some significant obstacles, but unlike Faith, it cant always make the leap. No doubt, this fascinating action platformer possesses its share of innovations, from a first-person perspective to a cl...
Abstract: The game does a terrific job in both challenging and entertaining. The story is solid enough to hold the elements together and the world that the game is placed in supports all the elements. This is a well-designed game. Sure, there are things that can...
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A unique and refreshing gaming experience; freerunning gameplay is amazing; graphics are awesome.
Level layouts are poor in some areas; questionable design choices ruin the 'flow' of the game; combat feels tacked on. Previous Page Prev Next Page Next 1 2
Abstract: The big risk with Swedish developer Digital Illusions wildly brave Mirrors Edge (Xbox 360, PS3) is that itll be misunderstood. Its a platformer that flaunts its gleaming rooftop playgrounds entirely in first-person. Its a first-person shooter, bu...
Abstract: One of the most exciting attributes of interactive games is they can let you feel what it is like to be in exotic shoes. The first-person perspective is most effective at conveying this illusion, and Mirrors Edge uses it powerfully to create a unique...