The Mirror's Edge and Battlefield franchises are related through more than developer-publisher relations -- they're poised to share digital DNA. A sequel to Mirror's Edge may use Battlefield 3's Frostbite 2 engine, according to Official PlayStation Magazine, which writes, "The Frostbite 2 engine will pave the way for Mirror's Edge to make a free-running return."

We don't know much more about the potential sequel, besides the fact that it's an "important franchise," and we may have to wait until EA and DICE stop coddling Battlefield 3 to hear any more details. For now, dreaming about free-running on Frostbite 2 will have to tide us over. Mmmm...