When you hear that a game is an adventure platformer in which a mystical creature stars, you can’t help but think back to the awesome Ori and the Blind Forest. But this isn’t anything to do with Ori. This is Embers of Mirrim!
Available right now on Xbox One, PS4 and PC, Embers of Mirrim is a dialogue-free adventure in which you control Mirrim, a mystical creature who has the ability to split into light and dark entities called Embers. You’ll get to explore the dramatic landscape using the opposing forces of the Embers to affect creatures and relics in the world in unexpected ways.
Priced at £15.99, although currently available with a limited time discount at £14.39, Embers of Mirrim most definitely looks like something which is going to wow many. Whether that actually turns out to be the case or not though is anyone’s guess. All we can do is get our review out to you asap, if only so we can tempt you in to a purchase of Embers of Mirrim. If you can’t wait that long, then well, the Xbox Games Store is in place and holds the key to your download.
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Game Description:
An ancient power forges together two distinctly different creatures into one versatile hero charged with restoring peace and balance to the world. This newly minted savior has the grace and power of its respective races, as well as the ability to split itself into light and dark embers. The embers are controlled independently using right and left analog sticks, creating an intuitive and endlessly satisfying way to platform through stunning fantastical landscapes. Features: A Stylish Character with Twice the Personality: Mirrim has the ability to split into two playable forms, called embers. The Light and Dark embers are independently controlled by the left and right control sticks and offer new ways to solve puzzles, overcome obstacles and traverse through the world. Diverse Gameplay: Master innovative thumbstick controls mixed with classic platforming, alter your world to solve intriguing puzzles, battle with gigantic bosses and run for your life from dangerous threats. Infusing these moments with “splitting” gameplay and a powerful narrative offers more than the sum of its parts. Save Your World From the Corruption: Use your powers to rid the world of the source that is infecting your beloved planet. Save your friends and unify their forces to restore balance to the world. Explore an Extraordinary World: A vibrant and colorful universe awaits! Mirrim’s journey will take you from a thawing mountain to an aging forest to a desolate wasteland and more. A variety of hidden secrets are scattered throughout the stunningly rendered environments for you to discover.
