Look for an official gameplay trailer next week!
Very rare does a new IP in video gaming 7 years ago still generate as much buzz as Mirror’s Edge. EA Digital Illusions CE has finally revealed the official new parkour-themed action-adventure title, Mirror’s Edge Catalyst. Unfortunately, this is not a sequel to the original 2008 video game you fell in love with or Mirror’s Edge 2, but DICE has plans of giving fans their long-awaited next-generation experience with Faith Connors.
Nearly two years removed from its original showcasing at e3 in 2013, Catalyst is expected to be shown for the first time publicly. Our only concern is whether the non PC version will be in 1080p and 60fps, which should be revealed next week during the EA press event. While the game has recently been confirmed for an early 2016 release, take a look at the developer statement below on what you can expect this summer in previews.
Hello everyone,
Two years ago we revealed that we were making a new Mirror’s Edge™. Last year, we gave you a behind the scenes look into some of the early progress we had made. And though we haven’t said much else in all that time, we have been listening. Thank you for your incredible passion and your patience. I’m excited to tell you that it’s paid off — by this time next week, you will have finally seen more of the game at E3.
Mirror’s Edge has always had a special place in the hearts of all of us at DICE. The first game had a lot of promise. It was unlike anything else in terms of the gameplay and style — it had a unique soul. But as much as we loved that game, we knew it could be more. So that’s what we have set out to do as we introduce Mirror’s Edge to a new generation.
The team has spent a lot of time re-evaluating every aspect of the game and making it a new experience. This is not a sequel, this is not Mirror’s Edge 2. We have landed on a vision that honors the first game — pushing the boundaries of first person movement and diving deeper into the story behind our heroine Faith — but also brings a lot of great new, interesting gameplay and features to the experience for our players.
So on behalf on the entire team here at DICE, we can’t wait to show you what we have been pouring our heart and soul into. We can’t wait to introduce you to Mirror’s Edge™ Catalyst.
Sara Jansson
Senior Producer, Mirror’s Edge Catalyst
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