- Mirror's Edge Catalyst trophy guide: 49 trophies spanning story, combat, traversal, and collection.
- Platinum roadmap: Finish the story first, then clean up combat, gridleaks, and time trials in free roam.
- Hardest hurdles: Flow-based trophies like Never Stop Moving and the full Gridunlocked cleanup.
- Key tip: Unlock traversal upgrades early — speed and Quick Turn make almost every trophy easier.
- No difficulty requirement: Most trophies unlock on any difficulty, so pick your comfort level.
Trophy Overview & Structure
Mirror's Edge Catalyst features 49 trophies and achievements covering story progression, combat mastery, traversal feats, and collection tasks across the city of Glass. None of the trophies are tied to a difficulty setting, so you can complete the entire list on the easiest mode if you prefer. The list breaks down into four natural categories, each cleaned up during a different phase of the platinum run.
| Category | Approx. Count | When to Earn | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Story progression | ~15 | First playthrough | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Combat feats | ~8 | Story + free roam cleanup | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Traversal & movement | ~10 | Story + dashes | ★★★☆☆ |
| Collection & completion | ~16 | Post-game free roam | ★★★☆☆ |
Video Highlights:
- Official E3 trailer shows the rooftop traversal style most trophies test
- Demonstrates the wall-run and Mag Rope chains central to movement feats
- Good visual reference for Glass's districts before planning cleanup routes
Play the story naturally on your first run — you'll unlock the majority of story and combat trophies without extra effort. Save all collectible hunting and time trials for free roam after the credits, when the full map and all gadgets are unlocked.
Key Trophies & Unlock Conditions
Below are the standout trophies that shape your platinum route, drawn from the full achievement table. Focus on understanding these before you begin — several can be combined during a single mission.
| Trophy | Type | Requirement | Tip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freeflow | Gold | Complete the main story | Unlocks naturally across all main missions |
| Never Stop Moving | Silver | Complete a mission without extended Flow loss | Retry an early mission like "Breathe" once you know the route |
| Kong Fu | Bronze | Wall-run takedown on an enemy | Wall-run at an isolated guard, attack mid-run |
| Tools of the Trade | Silver | Unlock all gadgets (Runner Vision, MAG Rope, Disruptor) | Granted through story and side quests |
| Gridunlocked | Silver | Disable all GridLeak hubs across Glass | Use map filters; each hub takes minutes |
| Pacifist Approach | Silver | Complete a mission without engaging enemies | Use stealth routes and the Disruptor |
| Vitamin D | Bronze | Reach Glass's highest viewpoint | Climb the Viewpoint tower in the View District |
Combat Trophies
- Kong Fu: wall-run takedown
- Chain hits from momentum for bonus feats
- Most unlock during KrugerSec fights
Traversal Trophies
- Never Stop Moving: keep Flow alive
- Practice coil jumps and wall-run chains
- Best attempted in short early missions
Collection Trophies
- Gridunlocked: every GridLeak hub
- Documents, chipsets, and runner bags
- Unlock map upgrades to reveal markers
Most trophies can be earned in free roam after the story, but combat feats tied to specific enemy types are easiest during story missions where those enemies are guaranteed. Don't stress over them — replayable missions cover nearly everything.
Platinum Roadmap: Step-by-Step
This is the most efficient route to the platinum trophy. Each phase builds on the last, so avoid jumping ahead to collectibles before finishing the story — gadgets like the upgraded MAG Rope make cleanup dramatically faster.
Play Through the Story (Any Difficulty)
Complete all main missions from "Prison Break" through the finale atop the Shard. Unlock story trophies naturally, grab the Kong Fu wall-run takedown when isolated guards appear, and learn each district's layout for later cleanup.
Unlock Gadgets & Key Upgrades
Finish side quests that grant the MAG Rope, Disruptor, and Runner Vision upgrades for Tools of the Trade. Spend chipsets on traversal skills — Fast Climb and Quick Turn — to speed up everything that follows.
Combat & Movement Cleanup
Replay short missions for Never Stop Moving and Pacifist Approach. Use the Disruptor and stealth routes to slip past K-Sec patrols untouched. Practice wall-run takedowns on lone guards.
Full Collection Sweep
Clear every GridLeak hub for Gridunlocked, then hunt documents, chipsets, and runner bags district by district using map filters. Climb the Viewpoint tower for Vitamin D.
Time Trials & Dashes Finale
Earn star ratings in Time Trials and player-made Dashes to finish the last few skill-based trophies and pad out chipsets. Study ghost replays of top runners for clean lines.
Most runners finish the full platinum list in roughly 30–40 hours: about 12–15 for the story and the rest in free-roam cleanup, depending on how quickly you master the movement system.
Difficulty Spikes & How to Beat Them
Not all trophies are equal. These are the ones that trip up most players, with proven strategies for each.
| Trophy | Why It's Hard | Strategy |
|---|---|---|
| Never Stop Moving | One Flow break resets progress | Memorize the route first, use Runner Vision, retry early short missions |
| Gridunlocked | Hundreds of GridLeaks citywide | Filter the map per district, clear hubs in one pass each |
| Pacifist Approach | Patrols block main paths | Route high across rooftops, Disruptor to stun groups |
| Time Trial stars | Tight 3-star targets | Learn the intended line, then add coil jumps and quick-turn shortcuts |
Almost every skill-based trophy gets easier with momentum. Strikes, jumps, and takedowns all scale with speed — a moving Faith is a successful Faith. Check our parkour and movement guides for technique breakdowns.
Platinum Milestones:
- Complete all main story missions
- Unlock all three gadgets (MAG Rope, Disruptor, Runner Vision)
- Perform a wall-run takedown (Kong Fu)
- Clear every GridLeak hub in Glass
- Earn 3 stars in multiple Time Trials and Dashes
FAQ
Q: How many trophies are in Mirror's Edge Catalyst?
There are 49 trophies and achievements in total, covering story progression, combat feats, traversal mastery, and collection tasks across the city of Glass.
Q: Do I need to play on a specific difficulty for the platinum?
No. Trophies in this Mirror's Edge Catalyst trophy guide unlock on any difficulty, so you can play on the easiest setting and still reach the platinum.
Q: Can I earn all trophies in free roam after finishing the story?
Mostly yes. Combat and collection trophies can be cleaned up in free roam and replayable missions, though story-specific feats are easiest to grab naturally during your first playthrough.
Q: What is the hardest trophy in the game?
Never Stop Moving is a common stumbling block — it requires completing a mission without extended Flow loss. Memorize a short early mission's route and retry until the chain stays unbroken.