Mirror's Edge (Xbox 360, 2008)

I've heard a lot about this game not being any good. I tried the demo and loved the way the game looked. After a while i decided to buy the game and so far i have to say that the game is pretty good. Some missions seem to be a bit harder than expected but doesnt ruin the gameplay like other reviews suggest. for the current price i find Mirror's Edge (Xbox 360) to be a great buy at under $20.

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great game. the gameplay is spectacular.The story line is well written. You play as the heroine Faith. The achievements are a challenge but thats what makes a game great, right? The action, the fighting is crazy.

I think this game got mediocre reviews because it was released after the EA debacle with the Spore DRM. It was also overlooked because it was released amidst a glut of other big-selling sequels. This is truly one of my favorite games and I would give it a 9.5/10. (My other favorites are Call of Duty 4, Ninja Gaiden 1, and the Prince of Persia Franchise to see where I'm coming from.) Decent story line, VERY fun gameplay (even better if you try and get the achievements for not using guns), and VERY fun speed-runs and timed events. If you're an achievement wh... enthusiast, the achievements are fun and easy to get. I haven't had this much fun with a "racing" game for a long time. This game is easy enough to pick up and play and get through, but it gets RIDICULOUSLY fun after you master some of the tricks of parkour and can burn through the levels. It's one of those games like Ninja Gaiden 1, where after you get the controls down it becomes a real treat to play, because you feel like you're really good at it when you get a good flow going. EA and DICE went out on a limb with this creative new concept and I hope they continue the franchise!

My only gripes would be the story (it's a little short because they obviously knew they were going to make a sequel), lack of multiplayer, and the gun-play is a tad weak. However, you play Call of Duty for gun-play. If you play this like a racing/ fps hybrid, you will not be disappointed. I have to say, DO NOT SKIP THE TIME TRIALS, THEY ARE VERY FUN! Play the game after you've rocked the time trials, and you will have an INCREDIBLE time.
The other gripe would be the dark of the dark areas (felt like I needed to push up the brightness) and the bright of the bright areas (everything was washed out on purpose, so I wanted to turn the brightness back down.)
These are only small gripes though, this is truly a diamond in the rough.

I really enjoyed this game. The fact that you can beat a level w/o killing anyone and doing cool moves to get from one place to another. During scenes where i'm being shot at made me feel excited. I actually felt like i was in the game getting shot and feeling the adrenaline. The replay value is high because the challenge after the first time playing through is beating the level in the fast time possible. Which causes you to explore faster techniques and paths to the exit and what moves to perform. I really enjoyed this game!

Hows this for an achievement in a first person shooter?. Do the entire game(campaign)without firing a shot. This game is totally awesome and has a ton of re playability(is that a real word?) This game was released at the worst time ever to try a new concept in FPS, it got swallowed up by all the tried and true titles during the holiday. But this actually turns out to be a good for us cheap gamers,because we can pick up this excellent game that is less than a 1/2 a year old for around 20bucks,while titles like COD4 are still retail for 59bucks.Dont wait any longer,buy this game now! And check out the online downloadable content...

Mirror's Edge is an intense game that will keep you on the edge of your seat! It is very fast paced with dizzying jumps that require impeccable timing. The setting of the game is a step away from the average first person game. Your character (Faith) is responsible for "running" information from client to client in a world where everyone is being watched. The game's scenery is unfortunately rather sterile. Between floors in buildings there will be a dramatic change in the main color but otherwise everything looks the same.

The central Parkour game play mechanics are very fluid and responsive which is incredibly important for this game. You'll learn that you'll have to play the game as if your a real runner which is incredibly satisfying.

The game comes up with some puzzles of sorts of how you can use your techniques to get out of the situation, and when you finally pull it off, you just want to do it again, but faster and more fluidly.

If you've played the demo, it only gave you a small taste of the game and it becomes much more enjoyable as you get better and come across harder challenges.

Overall I really enjoyed the game and the Speed Run and Time Trials timings will keep me playing this game for a long time.

the game is great and it is definitely a worth investment for the price. thanks the seller for the prompt shipping.

really different game... swing above the rooftops and then engage in a few first-person battles. Only downside is that game is short and can be 'owned' in just a few hours.

This is a kick-ass game. The story line gets pretty interesting into the first chapter and the moves and gameplay stay up throughout. Check this game out now or when it's at the price you want.

My review in four words: GROUNDBREAKING CONCEPT; FRUSTRATING GAMEPLAY. The magazine reviewers lied! They raved about this game being revolutionary and fun to play. Well, that’s only half true; Mirror’s Edge is revolutionary, but it is not fun to play.

The #1 item I hate about Mirror’s Edge is that your character, Faith, has absolutely no self-preservation instincts. Faith will walk off buildings without hesitation; she’s falling to her death before you even know what you did wrong. The game is merciless that way. I mean, if DICE and EA programmed the character to attempt to grab something (a basic human reflex when facing certain death), I could get behind this life-at-100-feet-above-the-ground concept. However, they did not. They just gave us the village idiot in cool running shoes on a highrise. Faith’s inability to survive in her environment is truly “groundbreaking.”

#2 Annoyance: Controller movements require too much precision. For example, unless the HUD dot is directly on the red bar you are jumping to, Faith will not grab it. Never mind that the red item is only 6 inches from her face; if the HUD dot is not exactly on the bar, pipe, or zip line, Faith chooses plummeting to her death over survival. After 20 times attempting to navigate the same tricky section, this aspect of gameplay becomes ridiculously tedious. EA and DICE killed the replay value of this game by requiring such precise placement.

#3 Annoyance: Faith lacks a sense of direction when people hit or shoot at her. “Duh, where are the bullets coming from? All I see is red. “ The HUD is not helpful here. Again, when being shot or punched in the head, attempting to recognize where the blow is coming from is a basic human instinct. The direction of the attack should be displayed on the screen, but it is not. Strike three for EA and DICE.

#4 Reason to Throw Mirror’s Edge Out the Window: The Useless “Hint” Helper. Ah, yes, the supposed “hint” helper button… When I have been stuck on a particularly puzzling section, the hint button shows me something I already know. For example, on Level 8, the crazy scaffolding room, I was stuck between the third and fourth floors. I pressed the hint key to see the link between floors three and four. What does Faith do? She looks at the exit on the fifth floor! Wow, thanks for nothing. This function served no purpose when I most needed it.
Overall, the concept behind Mirror’s Edge is genuinely impressive, but the gameplay is aggravating to the point of frustration. After completing the game and collecting 30 bags, I am selling my copy of Mirror’s Edge here on eBay. This game isn’t worth breaking controllers over. If you are sure you want to play this game, the two sites below can help. Please do not report this as inappropriate content. Neither you nor I receive credits for their use; this is strictly gamer-to-gamer information. Thanks.

http://www.mahalo.com/Mirrors_Edge_Walkthrough

http://www.gamesradar.com/f/mirrors-edge-runners-bag-guide/a-2008111214161962005/p-3

In Mirrors Edge, you take control of a runner named Faith. Her task, to relay messages from her clients in a non-monitored form within a city where cameras are everywhere.
The world feels like a mix between the 1984 vibe and V for Vendetta. And has some of the best graphics to date in a video game. Its unique perspective places you in full first person, able to see your arms and legs fully while running, and even your reflection in a window.
The only complaint, its short. I beat it in around six hours. But despite this, the game is immensely addictive, and so fast pace that it can make you nauseous at times!
I give it a 4/5

This is the ultimate simulation of computer aided physics, producing state of the art movement and character contact with everything. The plot seems to be that you're always on the run, getting away from the police, and you can't just do anything (very understandable), but would be fun to add a little Grand Theft Auto to this game. Controls are easy to learn and use, and aren't confusing in any way. More for teens and older, and has great gameplay, not only relying on guns, but using physical contact for better play. Very much advanced in all aspects of gameplay and plot.

I love the story, first person play and how you can work the controls on the game. I loved the trailer for the game and it helped me to decide to buy the game.

the best game ever.
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Ive only played the demo so far and I'm ecstatic for the release of this new age game. The Graphics look totally different from anything else Ive played and the controls are different to the point where it makes it exciting to control. I would definitely prefer this game to anyone to at least try.

extremely innovative and sleek presentation/graphics. Challenging as well with high replay value. Recommended to the game who wants a change of pace.

I love that it requires skill and speed to play it. And every turn you make in the game is filled with action!

An awesome game, a fresh breath of air from all the FPS's that seem to be floating around these days. Very fast paced, very fun. I have three problems with this game.
1. The combat in this game is not up to par, could use some serious help.
2. The Cut scenes in this game looks like something you would play on a free flash based internet game
3. The game is extremely short. 8 hours tops, probably more like 6.

other than that, this game is worth a buy, especially at all the ridiculously low prices you can find around ebay.

This was one of the best games of 2008. When you are playing it you can actually feel vertigo at times while jumping across the building, walking across a pipe that is 50 stories up. Or even when you fall - all - the - way - down - to your death. After all the work that you do the ending is very anti-climatic to say the least (a noob could figure it out at that point).

Overall, not too bad. It's a keeper in my collection!

The product was totally brand new! Mirror's Edge is an original first person game where jump everywhere! Good Xbox game! Great gameplay! Very entertaining!

Visually Striking, Face Paced, Wonderfully flowy game. This is a truly incredible game and a beautiful piece of art. Love it!

Great, as described. Would deal with again. A+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++