Ep 1. Can Gamers SURVIVE the Real Mirror's Edge?

MatPat's Game Lab season 1 episode 1 titled "Can Gamers SURVIVE the Real Mirror's Edge?" follows the popular YouTuber and game theorist MatPat as he tests the real-life feasibility of the popular video game Mirror's Edge.

MatPat is joined by Ninja Warrior competitor Robin Fowler and parkour practitioner Joel Eggimann as they are tasked with completing Mirror's Edge's demanding physical challenges in real-life. The trio must run, jump, and dodge their way through a custom-built parkour course inspired by the video game, as they strive to complete it as quickly and efficiently as possible.

Throughout the episode, MatPat provides insightful commentary, analyzing the physics and game mechanics behind Mirror's Edge and comparing them to the real-life challenges his team faces. The episode also includes interviews with experts in the fields of parkour and game design, who offer insights into the game's mechanics and how they translate to real-life applications.

As the team progresses through the course, they encounter numerous obstacles, including walls to scale, roof gaps to jump, and pipes to traverse. MatPat and his team must use their skills and wits to overcome each challenge, even when things do not go according to plan.

In addition to showcasing the physical challenges of the course, the episode also explores the mental and emotional aspects of parkour, including the importance of risk assessment and the resilience required to succeed. MatPat's team pushes themselves to their physical and mental limits in pursuit of the ultimate goal - completing the Mirror's Edge course.

At the end of the episode, MatPat and his team reflect on the lessons they learned throughout the experience and discuss how they can apply them to their own lives. For gamers and non-gamers alike, "Can Gamers SURVIVE the Real Mirror's Edge?" offers an entertaining and insightful exploration of the intersection of video games and real-life physical challenges.