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# Update to the latest drivers released from [http://www.nvidia.com/Download/index.aspx?lang=en-us nvidia.com] | # Update to the latest drivers released from [http://www.nvidia.com/Download/index.aspx?lang=en-us nvidia.com] | ||
| − | # Delete or rename the <code>physxcore.dll</code>, and <code>physxdevice.dll</code> from the <code>mirror's edge\\binaries</code> | + | # Delete or rename the <code>physxcore.dll</code>, and <code>physxdevice.dll</code> from the <code>mirror's edge\\binaries</code> folder. These are an older version of PhysX the game defaults to, and if it isn't there then it'll use whichever version you have installed on your system. '''Do not delete <code>physXextensions.dll</code>. If this fails to work, disabling PhysX could solve the problem. |
| − | * Steam version: If the game ran smoothly at first and then low | + | * Steam version: If the game ran smoothly at first and then low frame rates suddenly started occurring everywhere, try verifying the game cache. |
# Right-click the game in the Steam library, | # Right-click the game in the Steam library, | ||
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*Steam supports language selection | *Steam supports language selection | ||
*Others: change the <code>Locale</code> registry key to <code>en_US</code>, <code>de_DE</code>, <code>fr_FR</code> etc. | *Others: change the <code>Locale</code> registry key to <code>en_US</code>, <code>de_DE</code>, <code>fr_FR</code> etc. | ||
| − | You can find this key at <code> | + | You can find this key at <code>{{p|hklm}}\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\EA GAMES\Mirror's Edge</code> |
*:(This may not work with all versions, confirmed with German retail) | *:(This may not work with all versions, confirmed with German retail) | ||
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Revision as of 22:53, 20 January 2014
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| Developers | |
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| DICE | |
| Publishers | |
| Electronic Arts | |
| Engines | |
| Unreal Engine 3 | |
| Release dates | |
| Windows | January 13, 2009 |
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Key points
- Has NVIDIA PhysX support that uses features such as detailed debris and cloth physics.
- There have been a couple of patches but the game developers have ceased support.
- DLC is only available through the Origin version of the game.
- Game performs well for machines that can handle most Unreal Engine 3 games such as Unreal Tournament 3.
- Some issues and bugs when using NVIDIA PhysX.
General information
- Official Website
- Mirror's Edge Wikia - a mostly lore focused wiki.
- Steam Users' Forum
- Steam Community Discussions
Availability
- Pure Time Trials Map Pack is available only on Origin (EA Download Manager). Installing the DLC using a Steam installation of the game will not work.
Essential improvements
Patches
At the game's first release, there were various bugs and performance problems, some if not, most, of the problems have been worked out from patches that have been released. These patches can be automatically downloaded and applied via Origin or Steam; patches can also be manually downloaded and installed. The latest release is patch Version 1.01 which fixes some PhysX problems on various configurations. (Asian versions have different patches).
Skip intro videos
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Crosshair toggle
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Adding binoculars
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Default zoom (85 FOV).
First stage (50 FOV).
Second stage (30 FOV).
Modifications
Custom Maps
Shorty after the game's release, risc12, a member of the On-Mirror's-Edge Forums found a way to open up the game's unreal editor, allowing for custom maps.
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Game data
File:Mirror's Edge General.png
In-game general settings.
Configuration file(s) location
Template:Game data/row
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/17410/pfx/[Note 1] |
- Some details are stored in the registry:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\EA GAMES\Mirror's Edge
Save game data location
Template:Game data/row
| System | Location |
|---|---|
| Steam Play (Linux) | <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/17410/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
| System | Native | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Only NA version. | |
| Steam Cloud |
Video settings
File:Mirror's Edge Video.png
In-game video settings.
Field of view (FOV)
- Flawless Widescreen utility supports this game.
- Default FOV is 85.
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Windowed
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Input settings
File:Mirror's Edge Controls.png
In-game control settings.
File:Mirror's Edge Gamepad.png
In-game gamepad settings.
Mouse smoothing
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Audio settings
File:Mirror's Edge Audio.png
In-game audio settings.
Issues fixed
Game fails to start / Crashes without error messages
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Screen tearing
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Frame rate drops
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Language
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No sound during cut scenes/FMVs in Windows 7
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Merc's audio cuts off before end of sentence
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System requirements
| Windows | ||
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| Minimum | ||
| Operating system (OS) | XP, Vista | |
| Processor (CPU) | 3.0 GHz or faster | |
| System memory (RAM) | ||
| Hard disk drive (HDD) | 8 GB | |
| Video card (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce 6800 or better 256 MB of VRAM DirectX 9.0c compatible Shader model 3.0 support |
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Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:
- File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data.
- Use Wine's registry editor to access any Windows registry paths.
- The app ID (17410) may differ in some cases.
- Treat backslashes as forward slashes.
- See the glossary page for details on Windows data paths.