Mirror's Edge (Xbox 360, 2008)

Graphics: Primary yet Contemporary 8/10
Sound: Great – 8/10
Gameplay: Great – 8/10
Replay Value – Good (for a single player only game) 8/10
Overall – 8/10

Graphics: Primary yet Contemporary 8/10
The graphics go right along with the story – a future utopia that is perfect on the surface, and vibrant in life, is cracking from within. The use of whites and primary colors, along with the blur effects, really puts you in the shoes as a runner. The environments are basic, however, create the feel of what Mirror’s Edge is.

Sound: Great – 8/10
The footsteps and the use of surfaces is minor, but without this detail to sound, it would be impossible to jump. It tells you subconsciously that you are the one running and sets off a timer in your head to better play this game.

The music, techno in nature, is hypnotic and really sets the stage for what you are dealing with. Though it can be annoying (especially when trying a part MULTIPLE times), it heightens anxiety and gameplay.

Gameplay: Great – 8/10
Smooth animations, huge world design, and a fresh and unique perspective on the first person shooter (FPS) genre. The story melds with this futuristic run, and was a game that I felt that I couldn’t put down (Portal style).

Replay Value – Good (for a single player only game) 8/10
For a single player adventure, this games time runs, and speed runs, you get hooked on how can you shave seconds off your time.

Overall – Fun new experience 8/10
This game is short, so be prepared, and the main story, set on normal, only took about 6-7 hours to complete without weapon use (heightened difficulty). That being said, the time trial modes and the set challenges will keep you playing this single player game.

A heightened sensory game, and that can revolve on not using a gun, this game is a breath of fresh air, and makes excellent strides in its’ uniqueness, however, fails to reach the pinnacle it could be.