Mirror's Edge Catalyst

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5.8

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  1. TheFizFx
    Aug 11, 2023
    10
    E encanta sus mecanicas realistas de parkour y su historia bien desarrollada
  2. JrDouble
    Jun 26, 2023
    8
    Solid game! Much improved mechanics over the first game and maintains all the other aspects that made the first Mirror's Edge great. I highly recommend this game on PS4!
  3. angelfilm68
    Jul 13, 2022
    8
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  4. fiv
    May 5, 2022
    10
    Open world and you can parkour? Shut the **** up and take my money! I love mirror's edge!
  5. KiroKanoe
    Jan 8, 2022
    10
    I've played many games, and this is one of the best game I ever played. Unlike any other combat games, this is just a relaxing and thrilling parkour game.
    Even you are looking for more battle, try dying light or something. This game is just to underrated
  6. Molec_ule
    Nov 28, 2021
    10
    One of the best games i have played in my life. Improved everything on the original fingers crossed for a 3rd one coming soon.My biggest suggestion is play it like its a video game not a cinematic masterpiece. Just ignore the stories put on some good fast paced music (my suggestion being rap) and just run.
  7. Selenawolff
    Nov 10, 2021
    10
    I just finished playing the game for the 7th time. And Honestly I don’t get why some people think this game is boring and not good.. it’s so fun to play the game if you like running and jumping of buildings etc, the graphic design was AMAZING, the city is beautiful (mostly the city of glass, I just love how it looks) the game gives me kind of a futuristic vibe, and I just get this happyI just finished playing the game for the 7th time. And Honestly I don’t get why some people think this game is boring and not good.. it’s so fun to play the game if you like running and jumping of buildings etc, the graphic design was AMAZING, the city is beautiful (mostly the city of glass, I just love how it looks) the game gives me kind of a futuristic vibe, and I just get this happy feeling inside of me when I’m playing it
    I can agree that the combat is kinda bad (it’s ok for me) but it should have been some guns Faith can use, cause honestly sometimes I failed with the fighting when it was too many, but it wasn’t extremely bad where I thought to myself that just can’t play anymore. And I can also agree that there was kind of repetitive missions but they were all fun tho so it didn’t really bother me.. though I think the story should have been longer, but the ending gave me the feeling that there is gonna be a Mirrors edge 3, because Faith didn’t successfully finish her job and what she wanted to achieve.. but I think that would be a great story for ME3, and it would be cool if they made it more cyberpunk, more interactions with people, and online where you can meet other friends at skyscrapers, that would be so cool! And I just hope there is gonna be a new one where EA and Dice listen to every critique and what the fans want, because I think that it would sell better now that it have been so many years since Catalyst! Though some gamers are really picky with their games and really judgemental. I have to say tho that it was emotional and the story line was really good, sad that Noah died.. but I loved Faith’s character, cause she’s a rebel kind of girl who wants to stop this “Dictator” type of man and government to free people to make their own choices. Overall the game was really good imo, I think EA and dice should really considered making a ME3!    … Expand
  8. BrickTheRick
    Oct 25, 2021
    10
    The game gives exactly what a fan of this series would want. Fun and challenging runs, a strong aesthetic. Fast-paced gameplay. Can be improved on the plot side, having a more engaging story behind would make it even better. But worth playing nonetheless. hope they'll make another one.
  9. Gam1998
    Apr 18, 2021
    9
    The game is incredible from the graphics gameplay story everything is incredible but it is too short and I wish it gets a prequel soon because I'm eager to know what happened before the events of the game.
  10. CoolestCritic
    Dec 21, 2020
    10
    An AMAZING futuristic freerunner game with a story. If you want to feel the power of parkour, but can't actually do it physically (like me), then get this game. Now.
  11. peteraff1
    Nov 12, 2020
    8
    I played the first game and loved it. CATALYST has the same atmosphere as the first game, but offers more freedom. I loved the gameplay and the freedom, also the new skills. The story could be better, but Catalyst's gameplay stands out above the rest. I hope EA will invest in a new game. Faith still remains one of the best well-designed female characters. I love her design.
  12. SourApple
    Jul 19, 2020
    8
    Would consider this game one of the best for free running. Yeah, free running nothing but that.
  13. Misaghjrh
    Jun 19, 2019
    8
    Honestly, I finish this game a long time ago, and I don't have my game analysis paper with me right now :(

    But I give this game a score of 8 out of 10
  14. BacklogProject
    May 30, 2019
    8
    If your looking for a deep rich story you should pass on this game, but if your like me and gameplay trumps all give this game a chance. Like the 1st game I hardly remember anything story wise but the gameplay is addictive and becomes 2nd nature very quickly. The sense of speed and scale that EADice created is something everyone should experience even if 1st person games aren't your thing.If your looking for a deep rich story you should pass on this game, but if your like me and gameplay trumps all give this game a chance. Like the 1st game I hardly remember anything story wise but the gameplay is addictive and becomes 2nd nature very quickly. The sense of speed and scale that EADice created is something everyone should experience even if 1st person games aren't your thing. The game looks fantastic and the sound of running to sliding down panes of glass is nothing short of spectacular. Will I pick up this game and play it again, no. But I did enjoy what it offered and would highly recommend picking this up to anyone that values gameplay over story.… Expand
  15. FlakesStorm
    Apr 5, 2019
    8
    Belos gráficos, uma cidade linda, com um combate divertido e interessante, só que é muito repetitivo e tem muitos delays de renderização.
  16. SamComedian
    Jan 23, 2019
    8
    Mi puntuación sobre Mirror's Edge Catalyst es de 8, me explico;
    La duración posiblemente sea uno de los puntos más flojos del juego, si que es cierto que dura más que su antecesor, pero no lo suficiente, en mi caso tardé en pasármelo 17h y 54min ( haciendo diversas secundarias ). La historia gira en torno a las 14-15h. Por lo que respecta a los gráficos, son buenos, un juego futurista    Mi puntuación sobre Mirror's Edge Catalyst es de 8, me explico;
    La duración posiblemente sea uno de los puntos más flojos del juego, si que es cierto que dura más que su antecesor, pero no lo suficiente, en mi caso tardé en pasármelo 17h y 54min ( haciendo diversas secundarias ). La historia gira en torno a las 14-15h. Por lo que respecta a los gráficos, son buenos, un juego futurista con expresiones faciales muy conseguidas y realistas, las físicas también son destacables. La trama es sencilla pero suficiente. La jugabilidad combinándola con el mundo abierto se hace muy divertida, saltando por los edificios, con los gadgets, etc. Una banda sonora en mi opinión muy buena. En definitiva, me ha gustado bastante Mirror's Edge Catalyst, aunque un pelín menos que su antecesor. Por estos motivos le pongo un 8 sobre 10 ( comparándolo con juegos de su plataforma, PS4, XboxOne y PC ). Mi octava crítica u/o review.    … Expand
  17. Fatfish4
    Jun 21, 2018
    9
    As fun as the original mirror's edge with a decent story, clean graphics and in my opinion one of the best ps4 games available. The story kept me entertained through to the end even if it could have been better. The much maligned combat isn't bad and when you get some speed going can be very fun. Even the time trials which I usually hate are great fun, trying to cut milliseconds off ofAs fun as the original mirror's edge with a decent story, clean graphics and in my opinion one of the best ps4 games available. The story kept me entertained through to the end even if it could have been better. The much maligned combat isn't bad and when you get some speed going can be very fun. Even the time trials which I usually hate are great fun, trying to cut milliseconds off of your time to get 3 stars. Overall I would recommend this game.… Expand
  18. icarusfalls
    May 6, 2018
    8
    I was a big fan of the original Mirrors Edge game. It wasn't perfect by any means, but it was an original concept with an excellent visual style. One thing about Mirrors Edge, was that the longer you played it, the better it got. This is also true of the new entry in the series, Mirrors Edge Catalyst. They have made some improvements along the way as well. The movement is more fluid, andI was a big fan of the original Mirrors Edge game. It wasn't perfect by any means, but it was an original concept with an excellent visual style. One thing about Mirrors Edge, was that the longer you played it, the better it got. This is also true of the new entry in the series, Mirrors Edge Catalyst. They have made some improvements along the way as well. The movement is more fluid, and there are more options for exploration and discovery. It's a great feeling running around the open world, finding collectibles and delivering packages. As much as I like this game, it does have a few issues. Even though the combat in the original game was most peoples major complaint they bafflingly decided to keep it in the sequel. Do developers listen to the fans at all? You don't have to fight all the time, but there are sections where they lock you in with come enemies, and you have to fight your way out. I will say that the combat is improved over the original, but it is still first person melee combat, and it's very hard to get this type of combat right. It can be disorienting when you are fighting multiple enemies, some with guns, and you are dodging in circles trying to avoid being hit. Once you get the hang of it, it's manageable, and I didn't die to combat too many times during my playthrough. All in all, Mirrors Edge Catalyst is a very good game with one glaring flaw, but if you want to play a game that is truly original, I recommend checking it out! It can be had for not a lot of money, and is definitely worth the price of admission.… Expand
  19. vitalik_robert
    Nov 13, 2017
    10
    I come here to see the evaluation for the film Thor 3 and decided to see how things are at my favorite game of last year and do not believe my eyes there is not 8 and not even 7 and only 5.5 and then I felt bad. I'm the person who did not play the first part and that means my opinion is the most objective since I do not depend on the first part, and even I play it, I would not compare themI come here to see the evaluation for the film Thor 3 and decided to see how things are at my favorite game of last year and do not believe my eyes there is not 8 and not even 7 and only 5.5 and then I felt bad. I'm the person who did not play the first part and that means my opinion is the most objective since I do not depend on the first part, and even I play it, I would not compare them as between them more than three years and compare games between which such a difference is soft silly, it will be fought correctly with the game released last year before Dying Light, and here Catalyst bypasses almost everything: parkour is better, graphics are better, but a little weaker additional missions and less live open world, but in general the Catalyst is higher on the floor of the head . DICE company that does responsibly, honestly, and beautifully, Catalyst in my opinion the most beautiful game to date, neither Battlefront 2 nor Battlefield 1 (all the same DICE) did not beat Catalyst. the game interested me in the trailer I do not remember how but I remember that I was stunned by the picture and then I realized it would definitely be bought because I like parkour, and this game consists of it. You're like Batman who just fights and does not kill rivals and it was a breath of very fresh air after a lot of shooters, technically the game is chic, the design is excellent, the gameplay is awesome, beautiful open world and spit on those who did not like it because of the fact that in the first part of it there was not, Faith Connors just fire, one of the coolest games I played in, I think everyone needs to reconsider their opinion on the account of this game, it's worth more than 9.75 / 10 in all senses is good ...… Expand
  20. Freeway
    Nov 9, 2017
    10
    Muy buen juego, me lleva gustando mirror's edge desde la primera entrega y creo que esta secuela está a la altura, lo unico malo que le veo es la forma de guiarte hasta el objetivo, que no deja explorar bien el mapa.
    Muy recomendado
  21. Marchello_a
    Sep 29, 2017
    10
    Это первая игра за последние несколько лет которая зацепила. Другого и не ожидал, так как первая часть очень понравилась. Для меня аудио-визуальная составляющая игры входит в гармонию с моим восприятием мира, и наверное поэтому я могу бесконечно бегать смотреть и слушать музыку в игре. Это как слушать эмбиент, когда ты не бежишь а течёшь по локации но ещё и с визуализацией, гениальнаяЭто первая игра за последние несколько лет которая зацепила. Другого и не ожидал, так как первая часть очень понравилась. Для меня аудио-визуальная составляющая игры входит в гармонию с моим восприятием мира, и наверное поэтому я могу бесконечно бегать смотреть и слушать музыку в игре. Это как слушать эмбиент, когда ты не бежишь а течёшь по локации но ещё и с визуализацией, гениальная игра, спасибо.… Expand
  22. Kamikazeshocki
    Aug 12, 2017
    8
    The negative critics and opinions are way too harsh and I think they probably didn't even complete the game. I was a fan of the original Mirrors Edge and bought this successor day one via hype train. This was my experience:

    First few hours of the game: - looks ok, sometimes good. But why does it not look as good as Battlefield, DICE ? - Is that short area here all of the map ? I hope    The negative critics and opinions are way too harsh and I think they probably didn't even complete the game. I was a fan of the original Mirrors Edge and bought this successor day one via hype train. This was my experience:

    First few hours of the game:
    - looks ok, sometimes good. But why does it not look as good as Battlefield, DICE ?
    - Is that short area here all of the map ? I hope not.
    - Genereic fetch and run quests....hmmm

    So I was a little bit disappointed by that seemingly wasted potential, at first.

    Then after some hours later into the game, after I unlocked 2-3 more areas and the story unfolds:
    - hey the music is nice, and this enw area has much cooler atmosphere.
    - running around is actually satisfying
    - those node riddles are awesome
    - combat looks good but is of course still simple and not the focus of the game.

    after 50% 100% of the game:
    - This is such a good atmosphere
    - I really like the the little rebel against the system story. It was told well withing the frame of this game.
    - eager to complete the story
    - sad when it all ended.

    Please give this game a chance the first quarter is just a 7 but then it migrates to a near 9 towards the end. There is no other game where you can explore a city with that kind of mobility. I was surprised I liked it so much in the end, again.    … Expand
  23. MonkiReviews
    Jul 21, 2017
    8
    The parkour in this game is very cool and fast paced. I like to use the parkour in different ways to my advantage. Also, the combat is good and requires skill at some points.
  24. CanadianYeti
    Jul 17, 2017
    8
    If you can ignore the disastrous plot and characters, occasionally clunky controls, and strange design choices, I feel that there’s a lot to like in Mirror’s Edge Catalyst. When it really gets a chance to show all the platforming tricks it has, it’s a real blast to play. The gameplay is some of the best the platforming genre has to offer, and the open world, graphics and music only add toIf you can ignore the disastrous plot and characters, occasionally clunky controls, and strange design choices, I feel that there’s a lot to like in Mirror’s Edge Catalyst. When it really gets a chance to show all the platforming tricks it has, it’s a real blast to play. The gameplay is some of the best the platforming genre has to offer, and the open world, graphics and music only add to the experience.… Expand
  25. AdamJensen77
    Jan 2, 2017
    10
    Dont listen to people that hate this game based on gameplays from youtube, the game is beautiful, the city is amazing, you can spend hours just watching the streets and buildings, and when it's nightime it has that blade runner style that fits perfectly. Faith and the other characters are amazing and the gameplay its definitly the best part, at 60fps all the time, just perfect.
  26. FriedConsole
    Oct 3, 2016
    8
    I was a big fan of the original and this game is an improvement in every way. Catalyst no longer requires the pinpoint accuracy that made the original frustrating in spots. The campaign is super easy but challenge is still there in the side quests and racing challenges. Once you get past the first act the open world opens up and is no longer monotonous to travel and there is always fastI was a big fan of the original and this game is an improvement in every way. Catalyst no longer requires the pinpoint accuracy that made the original frustrating in spots. The campaign is super easy but challenge is still there in the side quests and racing challenges. Once you get past the first act the open world opens up and is no longer monotonous to travel and there is always fast travel. The best sections were the grid nodes which were puzzle rooms which I wish there were more. Overall I couldn't have asked for more out of a sequel for the original.… Expand
  27. Futurix0
    Sep 28, 2016
    8
    I decided to wait a while and got this game 33% off and I can say that I really have enjoyed this game. I absolutely love the futuristic look of this game (I just like futuristic stuff in general) and I'm one of those weird people who enjoy finding pointless collectables and races with different skins (i mean there's 3 different mission types that basically all are just a race). So yeah ifI decided to wait a while and got this game 33% off and I can say that I really have enjoyed this game. I absolutely love the futuristic look of this game (I just like futuristic stuff in general) and I'm one of those weird people who enjoy finding pointless collectables and races with different skins (i mean there's 3 different mission types that basically all are just a race). So yeah if you're not into these then the game may be a bit empty. First time when i played through the levels I thought they were long and super interesting but playing them the second and third time they are actually very short and quite simple (but that's just the first time charm i guess) so the levels aren't really something to buy for either. But the thing that I like the most is the open-world map. It actually is larger than I expected (I did have a bit low standards in the beginning, but still it's quite huge) and very detailed. The different districts are visually very different and gameplay vise every place feels unique! (I mean the places are build around running, jumping, sliding, wallrunning and using the grappling hook with some mixes of them all and still none of the places feel repetitive). Also in my opinion the parkour is even better in this game than the first one. I'm surprised that some people may say that "you just end up going back and forth the same routes" because in my opinion that's completely wrong. I mean there is a lot of places where you keep going back and fourth like bridges and the main hub but everything else is very open and free to explore. The rooftops do have so many different ways to go, some quicker than other. (Like still today I even find new collectables in small ways and places I've never visited or went through.) Also about the races and other missions(/different skinned races) are very strict and I love that! Of course it doesn't make sense when the delivery is ruined when you're five fricking centimeters away from the guy but that hard difficulty is something I want from a game. So all in all I understand if you think the games seems boring but for me, I love playing my own music (or listening to the great soundtrack) and just running around the rooftops. (Oh yeah I mean the story is not like that great but I think we've all got used to that from big AAA-games)… Expand
  28. fallouts
    Aug 9, 2016
    8
    Very good game. The art direction and setting is very original and never before experienced in any game and the game play is fairly solid (aside from the combat). Lot of content and lots to explore. Must have for first game's fans.
  29. dizzygg
    Jun 20, 2016
    10
    ok this is one the best games i played in 2016 . honestly everything about this game is good . the story is good not perfect but its better than mirrors edge 2008 . graphics is really great specially in pc but its very good in consoles too. game play in unbelievably good its so soft . actually its awesome.

    i dont know what is wrong with some users and critics but this game deserves    ok this is one the best games i played in 2016 . honestly everything about this game is good . the story is good not perfect but its better than mirrors edge 2008 . graphics is really great specially in pc but its very good in consoles too. game play in unbelievably good its so soft . actually its awesome.

    i dont know what is wrong with some users and critics but this game deserves more than 80 meta
    for the end i want to say thank you dice to create this awesome game    … Expand
  30. lowkee33
    Jun 18, 2016
    10
    I was a big fan of the first game. When I heard about this one I was really excited. I have played the game through till the end and I really enjoyed. I play many games and have been playing games for over 30 years now. So I think my opinion is worth something. This is not the best game I ever played but it was a fun and unique. Which in recent times has been hard to find in the gamingI was a big fan of the first game. When I heard about this one I was really excited. I have played the game through till the end and I really enjoyed. I play many games and have been playing games for over 30 years now. So I think my opinion is worth something. This is not the best game I ever played but it was a fun and unique. Which in recent times has been hard to find in the gaming industry. People are being to critical in my opinion. Anyway the games parkour mechanic is awesome, the combat is better than the first one but could use some more fine tuning. Over all to me its everything it set out to be, an intro to Faiths story. So if you like parkour,martial arts and heights this game is for you. Hope you enjoy it like I did!… Expand
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 50 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 50
  2. Mixed: 30 out of 50
  3. Negative: 0 out of 50
  1. Easy Allies
    Dec 1, 2016
    60
    While there’s nothing else out there that can deliver the thrill of racing across this vast city and scaling massive buildings using insane parkour techniques, the sense of wonder isn’t as strong as before. Catalyst is held back by a horrendous combat system and a lackluster story that takes itself too seriously. If you can get past its flaws, you’ll find Mirror’s Edge Catalyst is still a modest platformer.
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  2. PLAY! Zine
    Sep 7, 2016
    65
    Catalyst is an example of how bigger doesn't always have to mean better. Some games don't benefit from becoming an open world adventure and should stick to what worked well, even amazing in the original. Catalyst unfortunately, traded quality for quantity.
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  3. Edge Magazine
    Aug 26, 2016
    60
    The game's huge assortment of side missions and time trials, along with Gridnode runs, represent its most appealing offerings as you hone your route and - for the most part - focus on nothing but running. [Issue#296, p.108]
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