Prince of Persia

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7.3

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  1. NickR.
    Jun 23, 2009
    6
    This game was wayyyyyy too easy. Fun, but too easy. You can't die, you can't fall, there are only 6 different types of enemies and you can only fight one at a time. The story was great, though, and that was the only reason i finished it. Would I buy the sequel? Prolly. If it was harder like the Sands of Time trilogy? In a heartbeat. If it was hard like the old ones, I'd pay This game was wayyyyyy too easy. Fun, but too easy. You can't die, you can't fall, there are only 6 different types of enemies and you can only fight one at a time. The story was great, though, and that was the only reason i finished it. Would I buy the sequel? Prolly. If it was harder like the Sands of Time trilogy? In a heartbeat. If it was hard like the old ones, I'd pay 80 bucks for it!… Expand
  2. danield80
    Jul 11, 2020
    5
    Prince of Persia is just a simple cash grab that "burgles" the glory the Sands of Time trilogy has built. It has nothing to do with the SoT trilogy except sword and wall running. Sure, its graphic style is beautiful but there isn't anything else to admire. The gameplay is repetitive, it uses qte combat, oversimplified climbing, grinding in order to proceed in the story, boring antagonistsPrince of Persia is just a simple cash grab that "burgles" the glory the Sands of Time trilogy has built. It has nothing to do with the SoT trilogy except sword and wall running. Sure, its graphic style is beautiful but there isn't anything else to admire. The gameplay is repetitive, it uses qte combat, oversimplified climbing, grinding in order to proceed in the story, boring antagonists and an ending that is later pulled off by Naughty Dog but it does not work for PoP because the characters aren't interesting enough for you to care about.… Expand
  3. Dude
    Oct 14, 2009
    0
    It's hard to believe how bad this game is. Prince of Persia 2008 feels like a bad animated feature. Unchalenging and simply not fun. And the name Prince of Persia does not belong to this game, it belongs to the 1989 Prince of Persia. Now that was a good game, not like this crap.
  4. BrianB.
    Dec 11, 2008
    2
    The game's difficulty is a joke, the story is awful, the dialogue is forced and hackneyed, and the 'FIR-TILE' ground combined with the orgasmic animation each time you beat a boss and the collecting of 'seeds' for your female companion would make Fellini roll in his grave. Warrior Within is still worse, although not by much. Definitely not worth the money. Other The game's difficulty is a joke, the story is awful, the dialogue is forced and hackneyed, and the 'FIR-TILE' ground combined with the orgasmic animation each time you beat a boss and the collecting of 'seeds' for your female companion would make Fellini roll in his grave. Warrior Within is still worse, although not by much. Definitely not worth the money. Other than that the graphics are ok.… Expand
  5. parenter
    Apr 1, 2014
    8
    This is my third prince of persia, and the best, Gameplay is excelent, the graphics are nice, the game is large... Any more?
    The cell-shading effect is very good, I have not found anything in the game that I did not like, everything is excellent. There is only a small detail a bit ugly, the shadows are many mountain peaks, but well, esdel 2008!
    The soundtrack I liked it because it fits    This is my third prince of persia, and the best, Gameplay is excelent, the graphics are nice, the game is large... Any more?
    The cell-shading effect is very good, I have not found anything in the game that I did not like, everything is excellent. There is only a small detail a bit ugly, the shadows are many mountain peaks, but well, esdel 2008!
    The soundtrack I liked it because it fits perfectly with the atmosphere every time I hear music I get wanting to play jajaj.
    ABSTRACT: This game is a 100/100, although I liked, nothing m disappointed, now you can find for less than $ 20, you know, buy it.    … Expand
  6. wjomlex
    Aug 21, 2011
    7
    Repetitive, and not particularly challenging. However, Prince of Persia is a very beautiful game, and the acrobatic sequences are very fluid and well executed.
  7. great3v
    Dec 2, 2012
    10
    For me it was never a problem with game's difficulty. I liked the game more then i expected because it put me in the sense of flow that i rarely experience in video games nowadays. But what makes it stand out for me so much is that when you make the biggest game decision you never question your choice or it's outcome and you accept all consequences while saying "It was all worth it" andFor me it was never a problem with game's difficulty. I liked the game more then i expected because it put me in the sense of flow that i rarely experience in video games nowadays. But what makes it stand out for me so much is that when you make the biggest game decision you never question your choice or it's outcome and you accept all consequences while saying "It was all worth it" and spilling a little tear at the end. The biggest pleasure i got was AFTER i finished the game and realized what was it about and why things happened how they happened. Its a masterpiece. Simple, but it doesn't have to be difficult to be good. Its a perfect example of story-based video games that actually put a "story" and a "video game" not running along but depending on each other 100%.… Expand
  8. pb_ee1
    Sep 11, 2011
    8
    It was a hard time choosing the right score for that game. Prince of Persia puts you in an amazingly beautiful universe: the one that you cannot forget after playing the game. Contrary to what a lot of players think, the game is not easy; it isn't hard as well, but difficult enough to force you to redo a few checkpoints. There are some sequences that are simply epic. The ones where you'reIt was a hard time choosing the right score for that game. Prince of Persia puts you in an amazingly beautiful universe: the one that you cannot forget after playing the game. Contrary to what a lot of players think, the game is not easy; it isn't hard as well, but difficult enough to force you to redo a few checkpoints. There are some sequences that are simply epic. The ones where you're wondering why they are so short, the ones where you actually go back just to feel that sensation again. The complicity between the prince and Elika is very touching: everything in the game, maybe besides some dialogs, are going towards this. Every move that involves both characters tends perfectly to create a unique atmosphere throughout the game.

    However, the ending of the game (that I will not reveal here) is really disappointing in my opinion: it goes against everything that is built during the whole adventure, and I felt it did not really fit in the story, thus the score. Even though it is poetic, it doesn't have the depth of other adventure games. Despite a very good (but quite easy) last battle, Prince of Persia doesn't really end what it has started and will leave a unpleasant taste of unfinished story.    … Expand
  9. Tarkus
    Sep 9, 2011
    4
    If I wanted to pay $60 bucks for a movie, this would be the way to go. The hero cannot die, and there are only a few different bad guys. Like many other games I was suckered into product loyalty, and then this comes along. Graphically, it looks fantastic, but there is little depth to the character and the difficulty seems to peak about two boss fights in.
  10. werpu
    Mar 15, 2011
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Worst Prince of Persia Ever.
    I fell in the trap of buying this game blindly due to the non DRM promise from Ubisoft. All I can say the graphics and the non existent DRM are the only positive things I can say about the this game, and I am a huge fan of PoP way back since the first game.
    First the game, easy, way too easy, highly repetitive and short. You basically run around in various environments and the visually very appealing jump and run sequences basically are a hit the displayed button within 5 seconds quicktime event. The puzzles which always have been one hallmark of pop are virtually non existent, and the boss fights are constantly over and over again to be done. Worse every boss has to be defeated 5 times, 4 of the times there is literally no change in pace or strategy.
    The non dying is not the worst design decision in the game, there are others way worse.

    Add to that that the voice actors now come with disney like american accents and you have the perfect Prince of Persia designed by marketing droids, where the gameplay simply was forgotten, or there was forgotten that there was a game at all, hence I am giving this game a score of 2, both points for the visual appealing presentation and non existent DRM. Too bad that the game was forgotten behind the presentation.

    All I can say is games industry, please stop trying to design your games after marketing peoples demands and start again to design games. For me this game was enough reason to quite the series for now, maybe the latest PoP is better, but I am taking an absence from PoP!    … Expand
  11. Sean
    Apr 7, 2009
    4
    The game starts out pretty cool; you get to do some fun acrobatics and you have access to all the combat combos from the beginning, which are nice to watch the first few times you do them. But it quickly starts dragging. There are 20 main levels plus 4 boss levels. Every single one of them is super repetitive. Not to mention the fact that you have to go through each level twice in order The game starts out pretty cool; you get to do some fun acrobatics and you have access to all the combat combos from the beginning, which are nice to watch the first few times you do them. But it quickly starts dragging. There are 20 main levels plus 4 boss levels. Every single one of them is super repetitive. Not to mention the fact that you have to go through each level twice in order to pick up all the light seeds after you cleanse the level. The fights are also boring and repetitive and completely lacking in challenge, given the fact that you cannot die. If you happen to mess up and get "killed," you are saved by your companion, the opponent regains some health, and the fight continues. So in summary, for about 30 minutes the game is fun. The visuals are nice, the controls are simple, the camera works decently (occasional screwiness, but on the whole, satisfying). But the repetitiveness, lack of excitement and challenge, the prevalence of annoying and contrived obstacles, and the poor quality of combat drags it all down very quickly. I'm not sure how it got so many high scores from the critics. Perhaps they played it for less than an hour.… Expand
  12. Yukorachi
    Dec 24, 2012
    3
    The game looks good in therms of design and graphics but that's the only positive thing I can think of.
    This game basicly destroyed almost every aspect of Prince of Persia I enjoyed for the past years.
    From basicly the first second I was feeling like a useless addition to the entire story. There's nothing left of the epic prince I remember. You're wining little prick that carries a    The game looks good in therms of design and graphics but that's the only positive thing I can think of.
    This game basicly destroyed almost every aspect of Prince of Persia I enjoyed for the past years.
    From basicly the first second I was feeling like a useless addition to the entire story. There's nothing left of the epic prince I remember. You're wining little prick that carries a magical princess through the entire country. I thought it was maybe just for the start of the game but I ended up not feeling epic a single second in this game. The game should in my opinion be called:
    "Princess of Persia" There's no serious fighting and you can't even die anymore.
    It became a nice looking platformer for kids. For anyone new to prince of persia and is not looking for serious action, this game might not be as bad as I make it seem. For anyone used to the great action, fighting and challenges from the PoP series, this game will bring nothing but disappointment.

    P.S. Also it's now available on steam for only     … Expand
  13. Oliver
    Dec 4, 2008
    10
    To counter the fool that loves to give 0's so that the game can look bad, heres something - as an avid PoP fan and having been charmed through Sands of Time, annoyed through Warrior Within and finally redeemed through The Two Thrones, Prince of Persia 4 is a magical addition to the franchise. I love the new style
  14. Delta_Assault
    Sep 22, 2011
    7
    Should you buy it? Ehhhhhh.... this is really hard for me to answer. I was one of those who read the reviews and was like, this is just too easy, Ubisoft went too far and this game is basically a quick time event made into 12 hours. At least in Assassin's Creed they let you chose your own missions and fight multiple enemies at once, this game seems more like a movie with minimal input fromShould you buy it? Ehhhhhh.... this is really hard for me to answer. I was one of those who read the reviews and was like, this is just too easy, Ubisoft went too far and this game is basically a quick time event made into 12 hours. At least in Assassin's Creed they let you chose your own missions and fight multiple enemies at once, this game seems more like a movie with minimal input from the player.

    While I would still say the game is a bit simplified and easy, I had a great time playing it and really feel glad I decided to give it a try, cause the experience is pretty awesome. The graphics and overall craftsmanship of the levels is really well done. You can tell Ubisoft believed this is a AAA game, cause it is very polished and beautiful to look at. Nothing you wouldn't expect from Ubisoft Montreal, guys behind Splinter Cell. The animations are just as fluid if not more so then Assassin's Creed, and the boss fights feel suitably epic.

    The combat's pretty basic in nature and can devolve into quick time events, so it's not gonna be for a lot of people who want a challenge, but I was alright, since I don't play platformers as a general rule. And the no death aspect of the game, which a lot of people have complained about, was actually a game design choice that made sense to me when I played through it. Instead of quicksaving every 5 steps like in other games, you can just die by falling off a ledge and there'll be a quick 3 second animation and boom, you're right back on solid ground before the mistimed ledge jump. It really takes the frustration part out of platforming and sorta compels you to keep progressing. So ultimately, it just gets rid of the F9 quickload and isn't really any easier then other games, it's just presented in a different fashion.

    What really stands out is the beauty of the various levels and the interaction between the two main characters, leading to the ending... which I absolutely love. It's powerful and moving and depressing but inevitable and **** brilliant. Ubisoft was sending a very meta message with that and I like how it makes a complete fool out of all the people who are complaining about it.

    Ultimately, I can't really recommend you pay 60 bucks for the game, because the gameplay really isn't deep enough to justify it. The ease and quick time events... let's be honest, this is not Game of the Year material. However, if you can rent it for your console, or... obtain the PC version somehow, you'll be able to play it through in 2 or 3 days and have a very rewarding experience, I feel.

    Maybe worth it for 40 bucks, which I hear they've dropped it to.    … Expand
  15. ClowLiReed
    Dec 26, 2012
    10
    Even if it was not a hard game (really easy indeed). It has got amazing and charismatics characters, and an incredible story. It's a shame that ubi never came with the sequel of this amazing game
  16. Dash_Dingo
    May 14, 2013
    0
    the worse prince of persia ever, a saga who caracterized for it diffucult sells it to the noob public, great desappoint, stupid dialogues and principal character, and don´t forget to say the best word to describe this "bored"
  17. popopooo
    Jan 9, 2013
    0
    Absolutely rubbish. Nothing like the other superb games in the series. This one is an experiment gone wrong. Its boring, dull and a waste of your money and time. AVOID!
  18. Alok125554
    May 18, 2012
    10
    While playing this game YOU HAVE TO FORGET ABOUT CLASSIC STORY AND ENVIRONMENT. In simple words game fully just with your money. You surely gonna enjoy it, yeah a bit easy it is but its fun.
    A simple story and simple gameplay. Art style looks nice. As a spin-off its a good addition to series.
  19. SeanK.
    Jan 3, 2009
    10
    Ultimately, the new PoP manages to achieve smooth, nearly cinematic platforming action without most of the obnoxious qualities usually found in 3d platformers. The combat system is intuitive and fluid, the camera controls are spot on, and the ability to identify the next step is invaluable in keeping gameplay from stagnating. For these reasons, I actually prefer the new PoP to The Sands Ultimately, the new PoP manages to achieve smooth, nearly cinematic platforming action without most of the obnoxious qualities usually found in 3d platformers. The combat system is intuitive and fluid, the camera controls are spot on, and the ability to identify the next step is invaluable in keeping gameplay from stagnating. For these reasons, I actually prefer the new PoP to The Sands of Time. And, really, who doesn't love the fantastic storybook-style graphics?… Expand
  20. SeanT.
    Dec 10, 2008
    0
    This game rocks.
  21. MikeChapman
    Dec 10, 2008
    10
    God bless this game. Is anyone else sick of photo realism? I live in it everyday. YES, this game has it's flaws and (over) simplifications, but it is one of the most stunning and beautiful achievements in next gen platforming games. I expect a game to show me something I have never seen before, this game does it in spades every time I play it. Thank you Ubisoft.
  22. JeanL
    Dec 17, 2009
    9
    MASTERPIECE!! I don't understand all those bad user ratings, I guess it's all about how you see things. I simply don't find anything rewarding or challenging about dying and starting back at the beginning of something, that for me is repetitive. The level design is breathtaking, truly the best I've seen this year. The environment is always changing and the graphics are MASTERPIECE!! I don't understand all those bad user ratings, I guess it's all about how you see things. I simply don't find anything rewarding or challenging about dying and starting back at the beginning of something, that for me is repetitive. The level design is breathtaking, truly the best I've seen this year. The environment is always changing and the graphics are stunning!! Again the best I seen this year.. I ware about on foot just to admire everything, I thought the prince was fast and thank god for that magic guide cause this place is huge. The fights are not without challenge since if you can't master the combos and blocks you'll be stuck fighting those bosses forever, some took me too long and gave me frustrations... It is true like some said that this pop offers a less stressful experience in button mashing mastery but it didn't bothered me at all and I loved every aspect of this game. The story was amazing and if it annoys you, you don't even have to go through it since you are the one starting most of the conversations. The POP franchise was due for a revamp and I think they did a fantastic job.… Expand
  23. JonesR
    Jul 19, 2011
    7
    A rich story, often charming and flirtatious, combined with a one-dimensional combat system. Definitely a console port so using a gaming controller is ideal. Keyboard/mouse is possible, but it takes a lot of practice and frustration to get consistently good at it. Most of your time will be spent chasing down light crystals which is just plain boring and repetitive, but if you don't overdoA rich story, often charming and flirtatious, combined with a one-dimensional combat system. Definitely a console port so using a gaming controller is ideal. Keyboard/mouse is possible, but it takes a lot of practice and frustration to get consistently good at it. Most of your time will be spent chasing down light crystals which is just plain boring and repetitive, but if you don't overdo it by trying to get all of them, the story flows pretty nicely. I did find the ending to be extremely disappointing and had me wondering why I went though all the effort to begin with.… Expand
  24. ECPatterson
    Apr 30, 2011
    9
    Charming and beautiful game. Creative areas with breathtaking vistas. Repetitive game play which still feels fresh until the end. Good character animations. Excellent voice acting. Surprise heart wrenching ending.
  25. oblivion2011
    Jul 3, 2011
    7
    I'm a big fan of graphics such as this game. But the lack of originality and repetitive cycle of combat really feels like a grinding game. I would rather just sit back and enjoy the world of Persia rather than actually beating this game.
  26. LA_DOTTORE
    Aug 21, 2011
    8
    Prince of Persia... umm, 2008? I dunno! I'm just gonna call it Prince of Persia: The Fallen King because that sounds better to me! Enough about the title and to the game. The gameplay is simple and requires little dexterity to use but quite a while to truly master. It is alot easier than the Sands of Time trilogy (or quadrilogy including Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands) due to thePrince of Persia... umm, 2008? I dunno! I'm just gonna call it Prince of Persia: The Fallen King because that sounds better to me! Enough about the title and to the game. The gameplay is simple and requires little dexterity to use but quite a while to truly master. It is alot easier than the Sands of Time trilogy (or quadrilogy including Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands) due to the fact that you can't die. Your hot companion will always save you which actually took alot of frustration off of this game for me! The graphics are absolutely stunning with an anime approach to visuals and character design. There are 20 areas and 4 bosses and each area must be purged of its corruption and bosses need to be killed. Simple! Some areas are obviously focused on more than others gameplay wise but they offer some originality to the others. Each area is individually designed (talking about graphics here) to have a different experience to them. The combat in this game can be quite easy as it is a 1 Vs. Prince combo based game with stunning over-the-top animations that really suit the games style! Overall, if you're a Prince of Persia fan, get this game, and if you aren't well... Get it anyway! My only main con I can find is the ending got me so angry because after all that effort of me purging the lands the Prince just goes and-oh right! No spoilers!… Expand
  27. Chiyou
    Jan 14, 2016
    8
    It's a shame that this isn't a better game, it has so many good elements that are brought down by some bad design choices. Traveling around in this world is like playing in a jungle gym, It wouldn't work in the same environment as an Assassin's Creed title because the environment is made for these intense parkour tricks. It falls apart however when your AI companion gets in your way andIt's a shame that this isn't a better game, it has so many good elements that are brought down by some bad design choices. Traveling around in this world is like playing in a jungle gym, It wouldn't work in the same environment as an Assassin's Creed title because the environment is made for these intense parkour tricks. It falls apart however when your AI companion gets in your way and ruins your timing. I absolutely hated the combat in this game, it's messy and relies too heavily on QTE's but is impossible to button mash through, you get severely punished if you miss a QTE and the opponent can recover half of their health.. You however do not have a health meter, the fight is just dragged out until you manage to get through the fight without missing one of their extremely demanding QTE events. Possibly the biggest positive for this game along side the traversal is the visual style.. This game still holds up in 2016 and looks incredibly beautiful. Nolan North provides the voice for the prince and some of the dialogue which you can listen to or skip throughout the story is well acted and written, however the story is a little weak. That being said this game has one of the best alternative endings in the world of gaming. I always had a curiosity about this game and i'm happy I finally played through it, I understand however why this game hasn't had a sequel and will never have a sequel.… Expand
  28. PhantomLove
    May 2, 2014
    7
    con:
    1. Progressively boring combat system
    2. Main quest is a collecting game
    ↓ result in
    3. little replay value

    pro:
    1. Beautiful game, I find myself constantly distracted by the fantastic scenery.
    2. Witty dialogues present vivid personality of characters
    3. You won't die, so easily accessible for anyone, you can even say it's a scenic casual game
  29. ZachB.
    Dec 20, 2008
    9
    The game is really amazing. It's the best Prince of Persia in my opinion on PC. The graphics are amazing, they are fluid and there is no loading screen except when you teleport. The combat system is different from the other PoPs, you only fight 1 vs 1. I would have given it 10 but I have some problems understanding how the combat controls work in this game, there are 4 attack The game is really amazing. It's the best Prince of Persia in my opinion on PC. The graphics are amazing, they are fluid and there is no loading screen except when you teleport. The combat system is different from the other PoPs, you only fight 1 vs 1. I would have given it 10 but I have some problems understanding how the combat controls work in this game, there are 4 attack commands (Sword, Grip, Defend, Magic) and even though there was a tutorial on using them I still haven't mastered them.… Expand
  30. JeremyN
    Jan 7, 2009
    3
    Despite looking rather pretty, it falls short and feels rushed in many respects. Yes, moving quickly through levels feels good, but the Prince's movements are blocky and feel absolutely catered to the lowest possible difficulty. Additional gameplay mechanics added later in the game add a token amount of fun, but end up being frustrating more often than not. There is no way to "fail" Despite looking rather pretty, it falls short and feels rushed in many respects. Yes, moving quickly through levels feels good, but the Prince's movements are blocky and feel absolutely catered to the lowest possible difficulty. Additional gameplay mechanics added later in the game add a token amount of fun, but end up being frustrating more often than not. There is no way to "fail" in combat or moving through the world, so there is a continual feel of a safety net, and the only real perk to proficiency is preventing yourself a vast amount of annoyance. Furthermore, the story bears exceptionally minimal relevence to the character that is the Prince of Persia, except for a handful of lines scattered throughout the game. I do not suggest it for anyone who appreciates the history of the franchise.… Expand
  31. SJT-Ruler*
    Feb 7, 2009
    1
    Just pathetic, what's with the new girl all of a sudden, what's with making the Prince look like an idiot? The Prince was pretty cool in all of the previous games but this makes him look like a funny joker with a new girlfriend. Aother game that nicely damages the good name the originals used to have.
  32. vinEETR
    Mar 7, 2009
    4
    Its a disappointment for me because it dosnt come anywhere close to achieving those standards of pop Warrior with in & pop Two throne.The gameplay is so easy u just hv to push a button again & again and it does all the trics which is quiet boring. Fighting same boss for FIVE times is just unforgatable.BUT graphics are prity cool & Prince became a superman & a wallruner that i think only Its a disappointment for me because it dosnt come anywhere close to achieving those standards of pop Warrior with in & pop Two throne.The gameplay is so easy u just hv to push a button again & again and it does all the trics which is quiet boring. Fighting same boss for FIVE times is just unforgatable.BUT graphics are prity cool & Prince became a superman & a wallruner that i think only thing i liked in this entire game.… Expand
  33. Jake
    Dec 27, 2008
    2
    This game was a disappointment for me, the lack of action was a downer, as well as the having to collect a million orbs to continue, and the rinse and repeat of "death defying acrobatics" got old to, especially when you cant die. Maybe i didnt give it enough time?(rhetorical question and the answers no) If a game fails to entertain, then it fails.
  34. qoobah
    Jan 15, 2009
    7
    The reimagining of the PoP series turns out to be extremely pretty, slightly repetitive and uneven in terms of storytelling. The meat and bones of the game, the acrobatic platforming, seems to be pushed a bit over the top with the inclusion of ceiling-running and completly unnecessary power-plate system, but overall turns out to be quite ejoyable. Ubisofts attempt at making the gameplay The reimagining of the PoP series turns out to be extremely pretty, slightly repetitive and uneven in terms of storytelling. The meat and bones of the game, the acrobatic platforming, seems to be pushed a bit over the top with the inclusion of ceiling-running and completly unnecessary power-plate system, but overall turns out to be quite ejoyable. Ubisofts attempt at making the gameplay more streamlined is to be applauded, but it doesn't mean it turned out for the better - the lack of punishment for failing with little reward for succeess makes the gameplay boring and uneventful for the more experienced players, while providing little incentive in the form of reward for newcomers. Ubisoft is to be thanked for giving other game devs this lesson - attempts at streamlining the gameplay are needed and good, but they shouldn't look quite just like in this new PoP. Ubisofts fault is in another thing - being stuch to their gameplay design techniques that induce an illusion of freedom and a lot of repetition. This is present since the Assasin's Creed, and while PoP isn't as bad as the abovementioned, it isn't good either. The narrative is terribly cliched and compared to the gem that was the Sands of Time, turns out bland. Hovewer there is a potential for a great fairy tale to be told in the esthetics of the gorgeous graphics - it needs more "magic" to it though. And certainly more diversified dialogues delivered by more fleshed out, complex characters, as americanised accent and their almost sitcom style were really the thing that bothered me the most about the way narrative was presented. Overall though, the ending of the game was very enjoyable, if not unexpected, and provides a good premise for inevitable sequel(s). To sum up: a beautifull, inspired world, slightly too easy and repetitive gameplay, and cliche-ridden narrative that manages to come to its own at the end of the game. It's no Sands of Time but still quite enjoyable entertainment, if you don't set your expectations too high.… Expand
  35. BonidexG.
    Jan 16, 2009
    9
    Great game. At first, I felt sorry that the controls were so simplified. Later, my fingers and the keyboard thanked for that. It's good that the game got easier than the 3 first ones. This way, it's possible to play it well on the keyboard and the mouse. I didn't like the story at first. But when we discover the twist at the middle of the game, then you realize: that's Great game. At first, I felt sorry that the controls were so simplified. Later, my fingers and the keyboard thanked for that. It's good that the game got easier than the 3 first ones. This way, it's possible to play it well on the keyboard and the mouse. I didn't like the story at first. But when we discover the twist at the middle of the game, then you realize: that's PoP, alright. The ending made me love this game. It's so dramatic. The connection I felt with Elika was so strong, that I could let her go.… Expand
  36. AndrewD.
    Jan 17, 2009
    7
    I'm gonna be honest; The first time I played the game, I got to the first fertile ground, then decided to turn it off. The game drops you off into the tutorial, where you're not really entirely sure what's going on, which is fine for a tutorial. This, however, becomes an issue when you finish the tutorial and all of a sudden the real story starts without any explanation. I'm gonna be honest; The first time I played the game, I got to the first fertile ground, then decided to turn it off. The game drops you off into the tutorial, where you're not really entirely sure what's going on, which is fine for a tutorial. This, however, becomes an issue when you finish the tutorial and all of a sudden the real story starts without any explanation. Even that was forgivable to me before I realized, just after the first fertile ground, that the gameplay was going to whittle down to the following: 1. Perform easy series of jumps and flips to climb to the Fertile Ground. 2. Fight easy boss with easily executed combos and easily timed counters (By checking your combo list, you can easily find the one combo with the most hits, and keep trying to use it until the boss stops parrying your sword attacks; The combo itself will take a good 3/4 health from most bosses.) 3. Collect as many random "Light Seeds" as you can. 4. Rinse and repeat. So, not feeling engaged in the story and seeing the repetitive gameplay as a problem, I turned the game off and went on about my life. Two weeks later, however, I turned the game back on and played for a few hours, just to give the game a second chance. Somehow, my impression of the game was changed. While my initial statement that the game drops you off in the middle of the story with no real means to engage you stands strong, something about traveling along the (mostly) beautifully constructed landscapes to bash the brains out of the easy bosses became entertaining, and some of the later puzzles were even a little bit challenging. (Ok, one of them was a little bit challenging, but my point stands.) For the record, the never really ties itself up either. My main complaint with this game is the weak story telling, but if you enjoy a "Push Button, Get Positive Response" gameplay style, then go ahead and try this.… Expand
  37. JohnS.
    Jan 23, 2009
    0
    Extremely monotonous and repetitive game ! Not entertaining at all. Your only goal is to collect lightballs now. Amazing ... not ! No traps, no enemies, no spectacular jump sequences like in the old trilogy anymore. Thus no thrill at all. It also became so easy that only casual gamers might be pleased. You can't die anymore. Elika will always save you and "teleport" you back. The Extremely monotonous and repetitive game ! Not entertaining at all. Your only goal is to collect lightballs now. Amazing ... not ! No traps, no enemies, no spectacular jump sequences like in the old trilogy anymore. Thus no thrill at all. It also became so easy that only casual gamers might be pleased. You can't die anymore. Elika will always save you and "teleport" you back. The Prince also does pretty much automatically compared to its prequels. You usually just have to press the jump button over and over again and every now and then a 2nd button to make a longer jump, a 3rd to grap a ring to reach higher areas. When you have collected enough lightballs to enter a new area you first have to fight against a boss. Very boring because you can't do anything else then blocking (and waiting) when he starts a series of attacks. Then you do your usual prince-elika-prince-elika-prince attack and you are done. No more stunning acrobatics and combos like in "Warrior Within". Oh, and you have to fight the bosses multiple times ... . The short dialogues are also crappy because they are just meaningless and awkward. They have the same entertainment value like doing your taxes. Plus this game basically has no story at all. I think the only reason it became such high ratings is because of its graphics style.… Expand
  38. ganfeel
    Jan 3, 2009
    0
    Im afraid to buy this game because of previous releases. Ubisoft sucks for computer games, as they cannot seem to write a program correctly. I wasted 50 bucks on far cry 2 only to find out that you cant have a sound card that is decent (mine is an x-fi fatality from creative) to play the game.
  39. Kanned
    Jan 3, 2009
    8
    If you're an old school Prince of Persia fan this will be right down your alley, however Sands of Time fans might find themselves disappointed by ALL 1v1 combat and timed random button pressing. The scenery is absolutely beautiful and I feel that the story is original and somewhat lacking but still very romantic with a moving ending. Much like Final Fantasy 12, I only wonder how much If you're an old school Prince of Persia fan this will be right down your alley, however Sands of Time fans might find themselves disappointed by ALL 1v1 combat and timed random button pressing. The scenery is absolutely beautiful and I feel that the story is original and somewhat lacking but still very romantic with a moving ending. Much like Final Fantasy 12, I only wonder how much better this game could've been with a few more months of development. With all that said, the intense acrobatics still make this game feel like a twisted racing game and it's a lot of fun!… Expand
  40. LaurenP
    Feb 7, 2009
    6
    Prince of Persia is a masterpiece in its own right. That being said, it's not for everyone. It requires a lot of patience and a willingness to accept that this game chooses accessibility and ease of use over challenging and rewarding gameplay. Once you accept this, you can move on and enjoy the visuals and cinematics for what they're worth. If you are new to gaming and are Prince of Persia is a masterpiece in its own right. That being said, it's not for everyone. It requires a lot of patience and a willingness to accept that this game chooses accessibility and ease of use over challenging and rewarding gameplay. Once you accept this, you can move on and enjoy the visuals and cinematics for what they're worth. If you are new to gaming and are looking for a fun, easy game experience without frustration, difficulty, or controller-throwing, this is the perfect game for you. If you're an experienced gamer, however, you will probably be disappointed with the complete lack of challenge whatsoever. It is somewhat appreciable solely for its story, but nothing else. Overall, Prince of Persia set out to be a work of art, and at the same time be easy and enjoyable for newcomers. It achieved those two things with flying colors, for better or for worse.… Expand
  41. kyleb
    Mar 14, 2009
    3
    I can't believe this is getting good ratings! Next to Sands of Time this is primitive crap. Figuring out where to go next was a huge part of the puzzle of the old POP, but this one insists on leading you around by the nose as you chase coins (oh,I mean "light seeds"), Mario style. Or you can always have the princess magically show you where to go if you're too dumb even for I can't believe this is getting good ratings! Next to Sands of Time this is primitive crap. Figuring out where to go next was a huge part of the puzzle of the old POP, but this one insists on leading you around by the nose as you chase coins (oh,I mean "light seeds"), Mario style. Or you can always have the princess magically show you where to go if you're too dumb even for that. Gone is the innovative rewind feature, which forced you to realize your mistakes quickly enough to undo them and penalized you by costing you a sand tank. Now the princess just steps in and magically makes it impossible to die thereby killing any sense of tension. Walking into a room full of baddies in the old POP meant you were about to get your ninja on for 10 minutes. That's been replaced by painfully slow Boss fights where you're forced to hold the block button 80% of the time instead of, you know, FIGHTING. It's times like this I seriously wonder if there really might be some payoffs to reviewers. The only thing reviewers should be pondering about this game is why Ubisoft would so completely castrate their franchise.… Expand
  42. rollo
    Jun 8, 2009
    1
    Artistically 8/10. Playability 1/10. The prince looks and acts like the last American muscular cocky action-film star loosing all pathos and atmosphere... it's like a teenager B movie. The controls and playability is something of the '80 like Dragon's Lair or Space Ace laserdisc games. Only if you're 15 or less and it's the first game you have ever seen in your Artistically 8/10. Playability 1/10. The prince looks and acts like the last American muscular cocky action-film star loosing all pathos and atmosphere... it's like a teenager B movie. The controls and playability is something of the '80 like Dragon's Lair or Space Ace laserdisc games. Only if you're 15 or less and it's the first game you have ever seen in your life you could give it more than 5/10. Don't buy it. Let me go back and play POP on the Amiga emulator.… Expand
  43. rollo
    Jun 8, 2009
    1
    Artistically 8/10. Playability 1/10. The prince looks and acts like the last American muscular cocky action-film star loosing all pathos and atmosphere... it's like a teenager B movie. The controls and playability is something of the '80 like Dragon's Lair or Space Ace laserdisc games. Only if you're 15 or less and it's the first game you have ever seen in your Artistically 8/10. Playability 1/10. The prince looks and acts like the last American muscular cocky action-film star loosing all pathos and atmosphere... it's like a teenager B movie. The controls and playability is something of the '80 like Dragon's Lair or Space Ace laserdisc games. Only if you're 15 or less and it's the first game you have ever seen in your life you could give it more than 5/10. Don't buy it. Let me go back and play POP on the Amiga emulator.… Expand
  44. Chrisno
    Dec 11, 2008
    2
    I'm a huge Sands of Time Trilogy fan. This game is frustrating. In fights, the prince is slow. His donkey is named Farrah(sic, maybe it was Farah). Ridiculous to mock the character from the previous games. Jump/wallrun are the same button, and leads to the prince running along with minimal guidance to reach his destinations. That was a huge part of the fun... Oh, and I have to run I'm a huge Sands of Time Trilogy fan. This game is frustrating. In fights, the prince is slow. His donkey is named Farrah(sic, maybe it was Farah). Ridiculous to mock the character from the previous games. Jump/wallrun are the same button, and leads to the prince running along with minimal guidance to reach his destinations. That was a huge part of the fun... Oh, and I have to run around and grab lights orbs? Lame. If I wanted to collect crap, I'd play Super Mario Bros 3 and get myself some coins. Talking to Elika is great, but why can't I keep moving while they speak? What have I done to deserve dozens of cutscenes of them waving their hands? Oh, and when Elika helps you double-jump, why am I limited to only going forward? It would be more fun/useful if you could choose the direction, doing 90 degree jumps...Bleh, that's all for now.… Expand
  45. MikeH.
    Jan 15, 2009
    3
    If this game were nothing but graphics, it would be great. The art direction is superb, with long draw distances and some inventive set design. However, the utterly woeful dialogue, even worse delivery, the simplistic gameplay (including fighting the same bosses over and over, who can always be defeated easily with a combo which alternates between a prince / Elika attack) and the totally If this game were nothing but graphics, it would be great. The art direction is superb, with long draw distances and some inventive set design. However, the utterly woeful dialogue, even worse delivery, the simplistic gameplay (including fighting the same bosses over and over, who can always be defeated easily with a combo which alternates between a prince / Elika attack) and the totally forgettable story which has an ending entirely at odds with the tripe which came before it, adds up to a seriously disappointing experience. If the prince was a silent hero, the gameplay required a little more precision and had more options than just "press key x now to watch action sequence y, then press key z to complete chain", and less linearity in its ways around the map, it could have been something truly special indeed.… Expand
  46. LanceG
    Feb 18, 2009
    7
    Actually, I'd give it a 7.5, and here's why. Now, I am a huge fan of the previous POP games, particularly Sands of Time, but initially, I had trouble getting into the game. The game just sort of throws you into the action without much explanation, and leaves you to figure most things out for yourself. That's fine and all, as you will soon realise that the game is really Actually, I'd give it a 7.5, and here's why. Now, I am a huge fan of the previous POP games, particularly Sands of Time, but initially, I had trouble getting into the game. The game just sort of throws you into the action without much explanation, and leaves you to figure most things out for yourself. That's fine and all, as you will soon realise that the game is really simple. On the plus-side, the game is visually stunning, and the very cool stunts the Prince can do remains intact. However, this game is completely and utterly void of any challenge what-so-ever. You simply CANNOT die - ever. If you fall into the abyss, or if you fall into the primordial black goo (or "corruption"), or if you accidently press the wrong button in the slowed-down quicktime events in the combat system, your new companion, Eleka, will save you. And then you just run through the very nice-looking worlds, fighting the same boss fights over and over again, collecting shiny balls, and occasionally encountering the random grunt baddy who dies the second you push them to the edge of the battleground. I really would have liked to see more combat sequences, and this new combat system is really unnecessary, as it just adds to the dumbing down and simplification of this already easy game. I liked how in Sands of Time the Prince's cool moves just flowed together with the combat. Not this time, as your character somehow loses the ability to JUMP in the combat system, and as an alternative, you can just roll over the bad guys, allowing you an opportunity to throw your woman at them as if she were some sort of potato sack, which she actually could have been replaced with as that would have made the game mildly amusing. Another annoying thing about this game is the painfully awkward and forced dialogue that goes on between the two characters - the Prince has become this cynical douchebag who sounds like an 18 year old North American teenager, and Elika is about as dynamic a character as a block of wood. Isn't this game suppose to be in "Persia"? Why do these people sound like a bunch of Americans? But, to be fair, I am nitpicking. I did get some fun out of this game, and i'm sure fans of the POP series will as well. However, the fact is Ubisoft has gone out of their way to make this game accessible for the "slower" demographic, and the game is over in less than 15 hours. I, my first play through, took the time to collect every single shiny ball (or "Light Seed"), and still finished the game in under 14 hours. So, it's good, but far from great. Probably best to rent it before you consider buying.… Expand
  47. GPReS
    Feb 12, 2017
    9
    Update to my initial review: I bought the game from GoG and decided to replay it in 8 years (my 2012 review was based on my first play-through in 2008). And actually I changed my mind a little bit:
    1. Yeap, the game still lacks nice storytelling (simple dialogues are not what makes you shiver in story-driven games like this).
    2. Yeap, the game still can be a little boring for younger    Update to my initial review: I bought the game from GoG and decided to replay it in 8 years (my 2012 review was based on my first play-through in 2008). And actually I changed my mind a little bit:
    1. Yeap, the game still lacks nice storytelling (simple dialogues are not what makes you shiver in story-driven games like this).
    2. Yeap, the game still can be a little boring for younger players asking for action (or old solid fans of Warrior Within-like PoP game)

    But what I've rediscovered for myself:
    1. My initial gameplay was in russian and Elika sounds like a selfish b!tch in their voice-over (Prince voice-over is great), now I replayed the game in original and she seems to be quite a lovable girl with her reasons to be a little bit irritated.
    2. The game suffered from its predecessors (SoT trilogy), I wanted it to be similar or even continue the trilogy story. That's why I was irritated by different references like: Farah-name, change-fate etc.
    But now I was able to separate the game and enjoy as a standalone title - and - I think Mechner would prefer the game over Warrior Within and Two Thrones, as it has much more of an orient-tale atmosphere and less violence.

    I add +2 to my previous score, I think 9 is the perfect score for the game, it would be 10 if it can be more actively story-driven.
    P.S. Graphics are so top notch that even in 8 years it looks pretty decent and better than some of modern titles.    … Expand
  48. strangermoon
    Sep 27, 2019
    9
    dreamy Pop game feels like a true final fantasy. its like fairy tale for all ages. visualy so unuiqe not felt dusty as old trilogy but it also lacking of feeling arabian nights like first ones
  49. fedak
    Nov 23, 2012
    7
    Its been 20 odd years since I last played a Prince of Persia game (and 30 years since Karateka on the Apple II). The franchise has evolved a bit since then.

    The platforming in POP is on rails- almost to the point of being a chain of pre-rendered quicktime events similar to the classic Cinimeatronics titles (Dragons Lair/etc). This reduces the difficulty level to merely Pavlovian    Its been 20 odd years since I last played a Prince of Persia game (and 30 years since Karateka on the Apple II). The franchise has evolved a bit since then.

    The platforming in POP is on rails- almost to the point of being a chain of pre-rendered quicktime events similar to the classic Cinimeatronics titles (Dragons Lair/etc). This reduces the difficulty level to merely Pavlovian responses: See a ring- press     … Expand
  50. Treeroy
    Dec 28, 2012
    7
    This is a really mixed game. The gameplay itself is not entirely absorbing, but the execution is stunning. It's important to highlight the fact that this is a repetitive game. You essentially do the same few things over and over and over again to get through each level. With the added factor of not being able to die, and enemies being defeated in a simplistic, "Press X! Press A!" way, thisThis is a really mixed game. The gameplay itself is not entirely absorbing, but the execution is stunning. It's important to highlight the fact that this is a repetitive game. You essentially do the same few things over and over and over again to get through each level. With the added factor of not being able to die, and enemies being defeated in a simplistic, "Press X! Press A!" way, this is not a challenging game.
    That being said, if you look at it like a 3D platformer, rather than an action game, it's rather - in fact, very - good.
    The visuals are truly incredible. This is now a four year old game, and the graphics style still excels ahead of almost all of today's games, in my humble opinion. Its wonderful contrast of dark and light, with the beautifully painted scenery, makes it a worthwhile addition to anyone's collection of arty games. Honestly, I could watch it for hours.
    Overall, then, I found it a beautiful, wonderful, exquisitely polished bore.    … Expand
  51. Basem101
    Jun 27, 2013
    7
    after the perfect part in the whole series the two thrones we are rewarded with this game which is not that bad but it is full with defaults like the game is so easy it offered no challenge at all (pretty much u can't die in this game) and the combat in this game is not that good as the previous parts and after all that the ending is not satisfying at all but i still can't deny theafter the perfect part in the whole series the two thrones we are rewarded with this game which is not that bad but it is full with defaults like the game is so easy it offered no challenge at all (pretty much u can't die in this game) and the combat in this game is not that good as the previous parts and after all that the ending is not satisfying at all but i still can't deny the amount of fun i had in this game but i could have easily skipped this part and wouldn't be sad if i hadn't played it… Expand
  52. jcasetnl
    Dec 2, 2013
    8
    As a newcomer to Prince of Persia (well, I played the original back in 1989...) I really enjoyed this game and was disappointed it didn't go over with the fans very well. The action is super-fluid, just as a game like this should be, and the fighting system is deep. You can set up insane 10+ hit combos on the bad guys. A deep fighting system is a welcome relief from the "keep pushingAs a newcomer to Prince of Persia (well, I played the original back in 1989...) I really enjoyed this game and was disappointed it didn't go over with the fans very well. The action is super-fluid, just as a game like this should be, and the fighting system is deep. You can set up insane 10+ hit combos on the bad guys. A deep fighting system is a welcome relief from the "keep pushing the A button" depth of most 3D platformers. Unfortunately, the game's biggest flaw is there is really no penalty for dying. They start you RIGHT back where you died. They were trying to reboot the series and keep it accessible, but this was just a misstep. Still, on a pure gameplay level this is just an incredibly fun game.… Expand
  53. scorp18
    Aug 2, 2015
    10
    This reboot is a totally different type of game than the Sands of Time Trilogy. In general, the graphics, the soundtrack and the story are something magical (can't really find another word to describe them better). The gameplay however... It's like they wanted to do a POP game like the original one. All the acrobatics are done using one button and the left gamepad stick (just like in theThis reboot is a totally different type of game than the Sands of Time Trilogy. In general, the graphics, the soundtrack and the story are something magical (can't really find another word to describe them better). The gameplay however... It's like they wanted to do a POP game like the original one. All the acrobatics are done using one button and the left gamepad stick (just like in the old Amiga years). The same goes for the fighting system. You face one enemy at a time, just like in the original POP trilogy, with the familiar block-and-strike-back tactic. There is of course the addition of combos.
    The difficulty of the game is quite low. There's no precise timing needed to perform the acrobatics and in general there's no way the Prince can die. I don't mind for the later but I'd prefer the game to be a little bit harder.
    As I played the game I got the feeling it's more about exploring the kingdom (you can go to any place you want without following any specific order) try to find all the light seeds, let the story develop and enjoy the game. It's long enough even if you don't try to collect all the light seeds, but it's obviously longer if you collect them all (took me around 20 hours the second time I played it). Eventhough the gameplay is repetitive, I personally didn't get bored of it since I focused at enjoying its magic. I'd recommend it to anyone.
    I really hope for Epilogue to be out for PC too (have finished it in PS3 anyway) and for a sequel as well. Just with a higher difficulty level please (at least to let us choose between easy, normal and difficult)    … Expand
  54. AstiX
    Aug 19, 2017
    8
    "Faraaaaaaaaaaaaah!"

    While the colorful visuals and the light tone are refreshing it falls short in other areas. Every move, every jump feels scripted as if you don't have full control over the Prince. There's no way you could steer off course as the game holds your hand for the whole journey. This coupled with the fact that it's literally impossible to die makes you feel like you're    "Faraaaaaaaaaaaaah!"

    While the colorful visuals and the light tone are refreshing it falls short in other areas.

    Every move, every jump feels scripted as if you don't have full control over the Prince. There's no way you could steer off course as the game holds your hand for the whole journey. This coupled with the fact that it's literally impossible to die makes you feel like you're playing a kid's game.

    Fighting enemies one-on-one allows for some very cool combos, but you don't really get to experiment with this as every time you push an enemy to the edge they either fall off or a quick time event triggers and your combo is interrupted.

    The game is basically mapped out from the very beginning and there's not much that can surprise you because you do the same thing in every area, over and over.

    Despite the game being one giant collectathon, collecting those light seeds still felt kinda addicting and oddly satisfying enough to make me finish it. Also, dem red plates tho.    … Expand
  55. NicolasBessonN
    Aug 16, 2014
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I liked it's completely different story and the adictive gameplay. The game is not really difficult, but I think it was made to make us have fun, not to have a challenge. The map and the environment is very attractive, even being made like cartoon and the gameplay is very fluid and varied, because there is a lot of diferent movements.
    The story shows us something completely diferent, I've never seen something like this, but I hate the end of the game, because it makes me think: "everything I've done during the game was useless". Even with it, I recommend the game if you want to have fun and if you want to watch a story completely new.    … Expand
  56. Arkaino
    Apr 16, 2016
    9
    This game/franchise needs more love. This game drove me to a point where i kinda got emotional about it.. for an example like : why dont they put out a sequal? Why did they stop the Prince of Persia franchise in the first place? How can they let go of this types of games? This Game was very very magical. And i fell in love with it at the first run. The characters, the enviroments andThis game/franchise needs more love. This game drove me to a point where i kinda got emotional about it.. for an example like : why dont they put out a sequal? Why did they stop the Prince of Persia franchise in the first place? How can they let go of this types of games? This Game was very very magical. And i fell in love with it at the first run. The characters, the enviroments and especially the musics. Like almost everytime a music played up,, jeez. It gave me the chills. I couldnt even sit up straight after some dialouges with the music at the same time. The story is very engaging and magical (they could make a better ending though) but HONESLY that ending was perfect because: It left a cliffhanger which made room for a sequal to take place but instead they just leave it there like that and do **** about it. That is what makes the ending bad. Like they could've just end the game with a really satisfying ending (a non cliff-hangy ending) and just leave the game. Only then would i be like ''o well atleast they ended the game in a really good way, so there wont be a need for another sequal''. BUT INSTEAD THEY PUT OUT A DLC SEQUAL THAT JUST ENDS WITH ANOTHER CLIFFHANGER. WHAT??????? how is this even fan-delivering? You just released a dlc only to have another cliffhanger? Btw that dlc sucked. They shoul've just leave the game at the original ending. I really love Ubisoft but they just lost their aura. Escpecially after assassins creed 3. People are just geting tired of your **** guys.… Expand
  57. IONOSGAMES
    Sep 12, 2017
    7
    Un juego de zonas abiertas que iras desbloqueando a lo largo de ljuego. Parkour y enfrentamientos pausados, nada freneticos. Lo unico que este proyagonista tiene de principe es su apodo. Para desbloquear nuevas zonas deberas recolectar semillas de luz. Un juego disfrutable repetitivo a mas no poderm pero con un final que te deja muy mal, y te hace sentir que no merecio la pena.
  58. dggt
    Aug 29, 2020
    5
    This game has a great visual style, good styled world, well-built locations, nice graphics, parkour system is simple but interesting to watch. That's where the pros end.

    In general, the game gives the impression that it lacks something. The gameplay is monotonous. The essence of the game is that in one large location you need to activate 20 places to revive this world, the whole process    This game has a great visual style, good styled world, well-built locations, nice graphics, parkour system is simple but interesting to watch. That's where the pros end.

    In general, the game gives the impression that it lacks something. The gameplay is monotonous. The essence of the game is that in one large location you need to activate 20 places to revive this world, the whole process of moving from one place to another is the same everywhere.

    There are 4 power that open as the game progresses and allow you to use a new way of moving, something like a strong jump or flight, but it doesn't change the gameplay too much.

    There are only 2 or 3 puzzles in all game, and this is only in the last location. The plot is nothing, it is presented in the form of 2-3 words between the characters, the cut-scenes are poor, there is no disclosure of the characters, who they are, where they come from, and they are not interesting at all.

    Very terrible combat system, apparently the developers wanted to bring something new, but it's didn't work, it all comes down to the fact that you just need to press a certain combination of buttons in time (only like 4 combinations), just the same as with parkour.

    The whole game you just need to press the right buttons in time, the player can only choose which way to go and which of the 3 combinations of buttons to press in battle.

    I don't think this attempt of reimagining the series worked.    … Expand
  59. Gelaos
    Jul 11, 2021
    6
    Very likeable, though too much easy. The entire game has a sort of fairy-tale aesthetic that is present in the story (which is okay enough) and in the gorgeous visuals and sceneries. The main characters Prince and Elika form a cute duo and have great (non-romantic) chemistry together.

    Movement and parkour is fluid, combat offers some nice combos but overall the mechanics are very simple    Very likeable, though too much easy. The entire game has a sort of fairy-tale aesthetic that is present in the story (which is okay enough) and in the gorgeous visuals and sceneries. The main characters Prince and Elika form a cute duo and have great (non-romantic) chemistry together.

    Movement and parkour is fluid, combat offers some nice combos but overall the mechanics are very simple and the game doesn't pose almost any challenge. Biggest drawback is the need to collect light-seeds in order to unlock other levels or one of few parkour features. I don't mind jumping around for fun, but when the game tells me to collect 300 light seeds scattered in several different (and already discovered) levels, it quickly becomes tiresome.

    Despite the all-encompassing simplicity and frustrating light-seeds grinding, I enjoyed playing PoP and I'm a bit sad, that there is no sequel. The characters and plot were the best part.    … Expand
  60. shkipermann
    Feb 25, 2023
    8
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  61. Amir_Moradi
    Dec 14, 2018
    10
    We never want this reboot but it was a great game I hope you continue to build this series and use diffrent names not farah for a princes and donkey:/
  62. rezo_21
    Sep 18, 2021
    7
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  63. Cz3rw0ny
    Apr 5, 2021
    6
    Boring, repetitive and you cannot die. I think this is way to easy for ever children to play.
  64. Nameless2131
    Feb 6, 2020
    10
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  65. Bartolo
    Jan 12, 2020
    10
    This game is fun, has good graphics, good soundtrack, not a bad game, good ramake
  66. Chempion1
    May 27, 2020
    10
    Prince of Persia, как его называют, 2008 года, на мой взгляд одна из немногих игр, самый большой недостаток которых это название.
    Кто играл, думаю, поймет. Игра вообще не имеет никакого отношения к принцу персии. Такое ощущение, что разработчик делал какую то свою игру, но в последний момент издатель сказал "для улучшения продаж быстро называй её принцем персии и в печать". Ну, что    Prince of Persia, как его называют, 2008 года, на мой взгляд одна из немногих игр, самый большой недостаток которых это название.
    Кто играл, думаю, поймет. Игра вообще не имеет никакого отношения к принцу персии. Такое ощущение, что разработчик делал какую то свою игру, но в последний момент издатель сказал "для улучшения продаж быстро называй её принцем персии и в печать". Ну, что делать, разработчики по быстрому написали название, заменили имя ишака на "Фара", благо звучит один раз за игру, и выпустили!
    А вообще игра могла бы стать началом какой-нибудь серии "восточных" сказок. Потому, что она так и выглядит! А выглядит она действительно шикарно, эта "рисованность" что ли, пошла игре как нельзя кстати! Мир игры, просто какая то восточная сказка, атмосфера просто очень приятная.
    Немного о самом геймплее. Здесь он своеобразный, опять таки не похож на игры серии. Практически весь путь по уровню состоит из паркура, который усложняется и изменяется всякой магией, по мере прохождения.
    Паркур в этой игре, на мой взгляд, один из лучших на сегодняшний день. Да он сильно упрощён, но при этом приятен и зрелищен. Я ни разу не промахнулся по нужной точке из за камеры или управления.
    Заканчивается каждый уровень боем с боссом, их четыре плюс один главный.
    Все боссы очень хороши, бой с ними всегда отличается один от другого, а уровней на одной ветви, если не ошибаюсь, 5 штук. Так, что боссов мы будем видеть часто.
    Мир игры открыт и его можно проходить в любом направлении. Но после первого прохождения я понял, что проходить уровни лучше в нужном порядке и тогда тот самый паркур становится ещё приятнее!
    Я до этого ни в одной игре не встречал такого нужного и удобного напарника как Элика! Была ещё Элизабет в BioShock Infinite, но там её таланты использовались намного меньше.
    Система боев завязана на тайминги. Очень похожа на Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, вообще игры очень похожи геймплейно. Просто в одной красота и простор в другой безысходность и мрак.
    Сюжет мне тоже очень понравился. Колдун, заточённый в волшебном древе, мертвая принцесса, отдавшая свою жизнь, что бы его заточить, безутешный король и его прОклятые слуги. Во всё это попадает наш нищеброд с ишаком и оказывается алчным, но добрым героем. Чёто ничего общего с принцем персии не нахожу:). Хотя если бы историю развили в продолжении, может этот нищеброд и стал бы принцем женившись на Элике, как Аладдин, а?
    Ещё большой плюс это полная локализация. Очень хорошая.
    Кстати говоря (если не считать дебильную dlc для консолей), окончание истории ясно говорит о сиквеле. Но увы.    … Expand
  67. Edco0328
    Sep 20, 2020
    9
    Prince of Persia | September 18, 2020 | [★★★★]

    The story started on the spot which doesn't give you a breather to simmer it, but at least they redeemed the pace halfway through it. If I remember correctly, Prince wasn't that humorous which is the exact opposite on this game. Uncharted IP still wasn't that big when this was released so Nolan North just acted it out like he was Nathan    Prince of Persia | September 18, 2020 | [★★★★]

    The story started on the spot which doesn't give you a breather to simmer it, but at least they redeemed the pace halfway through it. If I remember correctly, Prince wasn't that humorous which is the exact opposite on this game. Uncharted IP still wasn't that big when this was released so Nolan North just acted it out like he was Nathan Drake here.

    A really fun and engaging parkour mechanics that easily forgive players if they fail. There a lot of features from the Trilogy (which I played on PS2) that carries to this game; most noticeable were the one on one combat that in some way - I love or hate on that series. They somehow scrap the 'Sands' which is the main focus of its predecessor and switched it with a magical theme.

    An immense beautiful world not just in a graphical way, but also the design and landscape point. In General, this is the kind of game where you just lost time while having enjoyment playing it.    … Expand
  68. ChesterField
    May 10, 2020
    6
    This is not the direction to go with this saga. Very simple game, not a hack and slash anymore. Terrible story and ending. Its pretty good in the visual section.
  69. nexus151196
    Feb 28, 2021
    7
    Красивый, интересный с визуальной точки зрения перезапуск, в который - не очень интересно играть.
  70. FRIST_008
    May 8, 2023
    8
    мой первый принц, который показал мне ещё до ассасина, что я люблю игры про акробатику и слешеры=)
  71. ylnylmn
    Feb 15, 2023
    7
    It's a different game than the PoP games we know. I can say that I was bored until I finished it.

    Good sides; - Painting style graphics are sweet. The environment looks beautiful. The view is good. - The music is good. - The character that accompanies us is not bad. Bad sides; - Boring level design - Platforming is not good. - Always the same battle with same enemies. Very    It's a different game than the PoP games we know. I can say that I was bored until I finished it.

    Good sides;
    - Painting style graphics are sweet. The environment looks beautiful. The view is good.
    - The music is good.
    - The character that accompanies us is not bad.

    Bad sides;
    - Boring level design
    - Platforming is not good.
    - Always the same battle with same enemies. Very repetitive.
    - Fighting is all about QTE. The right button at the right time.
    - Cheap story

    It would have been a much worse game without the music and atmosphere. Music and graphics saved the game a bit.    … Expand
  72. Deton4tor
    Nov 14, 2020
    10
    Эта игра не настолько плоха, чтобы иметь низкую оценку, попытаюсь помочь ей
  73. zyllus
    Feb 26, 2022
    8
    If you love gorgeous games, then this one is for you. This game is not like its predecessors with multiple weapons and fighting but it's an experience in itself. The chemistry between the cocky prince and Elika is fun. The combat is button mash mostly but the elaborate puzzle with amazing graphics and movement is what brings me back to this game. It is not for everyone but if you enjoyIf you love gorgeous games, then this one is for you. This game is not like its predecessors with multiple weapons and fighting but it's an experience in itself. The chemistry between the cocky prince and Elika is fun. The combat is button mash mostly but the elaborate puzzle with amazing graphics and movement is what brings me back to this game. It is not for everyone but if you enjoy jaw-dropping graphics and design and savour it with the free flow then you should surely try it. Cons - The game has a DLC which is a console exclusive :(… Expand
  74. Gekyll
    Nov 13, 2021
    3
    Абсолютно пустой мир где только принц и принцесса. в игре есть 1000 сфер собрав которые ты ничего не получаешь не секретной концовке ничего ты лишь зря потратил время.
  75. DzyubSpirit
    Jan 1, 2022
    7
    I've played the game as a child when it came out in 2008 and recently (2022) replayed it. The game aged quite well.

    Atmosphere * Soundtrack: truly amazing. The best scores as an example: ** https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=BNDnoWMyJ8M&feature=share ** https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=g-YR4VV7ovU&feature=share ** https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4xLjL_-esEU&t=2648s * Art: **    I've played the game as a child when it came out in 2008 and recently (2022) replayed it. The game aged quite well.

    Atmosphere
    * Soundtrack: truly amazing. The best scores as an example:
    ** https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=BNDnoWMyJ8M&feature=share
    ** https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=g-YR4VV7ovU&feature=share
    ** https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4xLjL_-esEU&t=2648s
    * Art:
    ** Different locations feel unique and their style is diverse.
    ** Each location has 2 versions of art: corrupted and natural. This really makes you feel like you're making the difference in the world.
    ** The game has a load screen only few times in the story. This helps the immersion and an open-world feeling.

    Parkour
    * Has several simple elements combined differently to create an interesting path.
    * Feels really smooth and meditative. Acrobatics look nice.

    Companion
    * Elika plays a key role in the game play.
    * There are many interesting dialogues written between the main character and Elika. I was always waiting for its new pieces. It could have been a reaction to the surrounding, a backstory of a boss, a backstory of protagonists or just a chit-chat .
    * Elika is constantly shown in the game following the main characters and often the animations for their interactions are triggered making you feel like she is really there.

    Fighting:
    * Combos:
    ** Exploring and discovering different combos is entertaining.
    ** The movement transition is smooth and intuitive.
    ** Two characters combining their moves results in awesome looking acrobatics.
    * Enemies:
    ** Common enemies are all the same. Finishers are too easy to achieve and are done automatically so it's common to not be able explore/execute nice long combos.
    ** Bosses and their levels have their differences making them feel unique. Fights are taking longer giving an opportunity to shine the combos.

    Puzzles: there are 5-6 puzzles across the entire game. They are relatively easy but satisfying.

    Writing
    * The main story is cool. Main characters motivations are clear and the lore of the world is interesting.
    * The bosses lack details in their stories. The final encounters are interesting but all before don't reveal anything new about the bosses making the fights lacking the psychological character.
    * The ending is really emotional and hits the spot.

    DLC Epilogue undermines the main story and I suggest to even looking what happened there. In my opinion it should might have been a prologue to a sequel but the story of the first game is better without it.    … Expand
  76. Ez1459
    May 6, 2023
    10
    I don't care what anyone says, this is the best pop game imo. There's something magical about this which can't be put in words
  77. Nekrips
    Jul 21, 2022
    7
    An underrated spin-off of the Prince of Persia series that definitely deserves attention. First of all, it is an incredibly beautiful world, with interesting graphic style, acrobatics, boss battles, and new magical powers. Of course, the game lacks challenge, depth of the story, variety, and fullness of the world. But immersing yourself in this beautiful world is exciting and fun.
  78. nastyjes
    Jan 30, 2023
    7
    Nice .
  79. Hodoar
    Oct 11, 2022
    1
    You can't die in this game. There is not risks for doing anything. It's really hard to have fun.
  80. NPDARKGAMER
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    For sand of time trilogy fans this game is just a joke but if we take this as completely new game and if we deep dive to this game you will understand how Wonderful and gorgeous this game This game is set in a variant of ancient Persia combat are fun and relaxing Parkour music of this game still give me goose bumps still this day Story is ok the art direction of this game is so muchFor sand of time trilogy fans this game is just a joke but if we take this as completely new game and if we deep dive to this game you will understand how Wonderful and gorgeous this game This game is set in a variant of ancient Persia combat are fun and relaxing Parkour music of this game still give me goose bumps still this day Story is ok the art direction of this game is so much beautiful and the Graphic of this is still so much stunnin you should definition Try the game i promise you will don't REGRET… Expand
  81. turgaysenturk
    Aug 12, 2023
    7
    Prince of Persia is truly a great game. The platforming and fighting mechanics are enjoyable, and the story adds to the experience.
  82. vrtx
    Jul 10, 2023
    7
    Yeah this game is 10 yo and probably no one would care about recent reviews...I'm honestly doing this to test how things work in metacritic.

    Game is entertaining enough, the game play gets a little too repetitive after a little while but it was a good game to relax and just enjoy.

    Great story.
  83. Snjake
    Mar 18, 2023
    7
    Prince of Persia series was done so dirty by ubisoft

    this was a fun game but pretty easy to beat
  84. Naked_Snakee
    Apr 7, 2023
    5
    Just text (crutch) to save the game to the list. Such things. Maybe I'll do a review later.
  85. HydrophobikFish
    Jun 9, 2023
    7
    There's a lot to like in this game. The setting is amazing, the way levels adapt their obstacles based on which levels youve already finished is fun, the banter between the two mains is fun... but there is no challenge at all. The game refuses to allow you to lose at anything and it sucks a lot of the fun out of what could have been an excellent platforming game.

Awards & Rankings

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#28 Best PC Game of 2008
26
#26 Most Discussed PC Game of 2008
7
#7 Most Shared PC Game of 2008

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 25 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 25
  3. Negative: 1 out of 25
  1. IGN
    93
    It has its shortcomings, but I already sense that Prince of Persia will be one of the few games from this generation that I carry with me for the next decade.
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  2. PC PowerPlay
    80
    Having said this, Prince of Persia is one of those games that has obvious flaws but manages to pull together to become so much more than the sum of its parts. The charmingly cliched story, the visuals, audio, and their sparkling polish come together to make the Prince of Persia a modern epic. [January 2009, p.51]
  3. GameSpot
    80
    While its lack of challenge may lull fans, its ease of use will delight newcomers and draw in anyone who appreciates a touch of magic.
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