Prince of Persia: Warrior Within

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  • Summary: The Prince has to embark upon a path of both carnage and mystery to defy his preordained death. His journey leads to the infernal core of a cursed island stronghold harboring mankind's greatest fears. Only through grim resolve, bitter defiance and the mastery of deadly new combat arts canThe Prince has to embark upon a path of both carnage and mystery to defy his preordained death. His journey leads to the infernal core of a cursed island stronghold harboring mankind's greatest fears. Only through grim resolve, bitter defiance and the mastery of deadly new combat arts can the Prince rise to a new level of warriorship - and emerge from this ultimate trial with his life. In order to accomplish his mission, the Prince benefits from a brand new free-form fighting system that allows gamers to channel his anger as they wage battle without boundaries. Each game fan will find his or her own unique fighting style as they manipulate their environment and control the Ravages of Time. You can dig into an arsenal of weapons that, when used in combination, create advanced arm attacks that verge on fatal artistry! Prince of Persia: Warrior Within promises that game fans will fight harder, and play longer, emerging from the experience as deadly-capable skilled masters of their own unique combat art form. [Ubisoft]… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 43 out of 51
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 51
  3. Negative: 1 out of 51
  1. G4 TV
    100
    Once again, it exemplifies the very definition of a boundary-pushing video game.
  2. Gamer's Hell
    93
    The gameplay was improved and polished where needed and will not leave many fans wanting.
  3. 1UP
    90
    A consequence of this darker approach is that that game loses part of what made The Sands of Time unique. Instead of a charming and almost silly character like we saw previously, the Prince here is more one-dimensional.
  4. Console Gameworld
    84
    Not as pure as its prequel, but Warrior Within is still a gritty masterpiece.
  5. Computer and Video Games
    80
    Those who've already tasted the Prince's heady delights might be a little disappointed - this feels like a collection of new levels and bosses rather than an honest to God sequel. Like we said, call it a remix. [PSW]
  6. AceGamez
    80
    If you loved the original but found it too easy, then give The Prince of Persia: Warrior Within a go, as it's sure to please. If you loved "Ninja Gaiden" you'll definitely like this.
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  7. The New York Times
    40
    The tone of the game has gone from an Arabian Nights fantasy to something akin to a Marilyn Manson music video. In dark and grimy settings, the once gallant prince curses and jeers as he swings his sword at demons whose decapitations are lovingly shown in slow motion to a soundtrack of screeching guitars.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 39 out of 52
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 52
  3. Negative: 6 out of 52
  1. josesueiro
    Apr 21, 2016
    10
    Prince of Persia: Warrior Within is an action-adventure video game and sequel to Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time.

    + Fun Combat +    Prince of Persia: Warrior Within is an action-adventure video game and sequel to Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time.

    + Fun Combat
    + Rewind Time
    + Dahaka    … Expand
  2. mayanksh4rma
    Feb 8, 2021
    10
    One of the best games of 2004. A true masterpiece in terms of plot driven gameplay, amazingly deep combat that was still unmatched, greatOne of the best games of 2004. A true masterpiece in terms of plot driven gameplay, amazingly deep combat that was still unmatched, great graphics that still hold up and sweet sweet cutscenes!
    A lot better than its prequel, less annoying and more skill based.    … Expand
  4. Ps3blaze22
    Feb 24, 2012
    10
    What a great game! Very UNDERRATED, i dont know why some people hate it, its an AMAZING game, I recommend everyone to buy it especially if youWhat a great game! Very UNDERRATED, i dont know why some people hate it, its an AMAZING game, I recommend everyone to buy it especially if you like adventure/action games… Expand
  5. Ryan
    Jul 21, 2006
    9
    This shit deserves a 10. SOT may have been a "masterpeice" but WW deserves more credit than alot of you people give it. The hard rock DOESThis shit deserves a 10. SOT may have been a "masterpeice" but WW deserves more credit than alot of you people give it. The hard rock DOES fit into the game well because, well, thats how the prince is at this point. Hes pissed off and determined. But when i bought it straight after playing SOT and then put WW in, i was instantly taken by it. It had evolved in so many ways. the words bitch and bastard are used bcuz of what i justed said. Hes pissed and deteremined. Blood is necessary. I think it worked out just fine, cuz the sand people in WW are more human than the ones from SOT, so SOT is fine w.o the blood. But in SOT, i get tired of doing the same combo and hitting X square square, or X square tirangle, or the counter moves. Thats all it is basically. WW changed that and u have more options on what u want to do. But bcuz this game has like 5 bugs left, it gets a 9. That and the fact you have to backtrack throughout the island are the only reasons for nay-saying this game. My DAD even likes to watch the dudes get cut in half and decapitated. lol he cant get enuf of it. And i disagrree. Marilyn Manson is a sick fuck. And aboiut the tits. Cmon man. SOT...Farah had ginormous ones. The prince fucked her, even tho it wasnt shown and it was a dream, but he did. The female sandmonsters had biggies too. GTF over it. But yeah. Genius game. Nay-Sayers never prosper.… Expand
  6. Alex_Pilgrim008
    Sep 11, 2023
    8
    "Warrior Within" is an entertaining, but strange sequel to "The Sands of Time". Featuring a dark heavy metal look and sporting an 'M' rating,"Warrior Within" is an entertaining, but strange sequel to "The Sands of Time". Featuring a dark heavy metal look and sporting an 'M' rating, it was meant to be an edgy action game. This was released when Grand Theft Auto was at its most popular. At the time, video game companies wanted to appeal to the masses by being more "adult". This meant creating anti-heroes, sexual content and piling on the bloodshed. Ubi Soft did all that and more with WW and the result was a good game that was also a miscalculation. Despite the extreme change in art direction, "Warrior Within" is fun. While the combat system isn't the best, the platforming/puzzles are solid. I would rate this with an 8.4 out of 10.… Expand
  7. EricS.
    May 13, 2006
    8
    Darker and laden with hard rock, Prince of Persia Warrior Within isn't as aesthetically appealing as the fairytale atmosphere Sands of Darker and laden with hard rock, Prince of Persia Warrior Within isn't as aesthetically appealing as the fairytale atmosphere Sands of Time, with its bright fairy tale atmosphere. However, from a gameplay standpoint the former is superior in every way. The combat system is deeper, the controls are tighter and the acrobatic puzzles are better crafted. The game's difficulty may seem daunting at first, but once you get a handle on the new combat system it shouldn't be too much of a problem. If you are a fan of the POP series, or just looking for an above average action adventure experience, Warrior Within is the perfect choice.… Expand
  8. RalphH.
    Dec 28, 2004
    0
    This game sucks the camera angles you cant see the player 1/2 the time.

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#29 Best PS2 Game of 2004
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#19 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2004
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#44 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2004