Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 112 Ratings

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  1. MMPP99
    Nov 20, 2022
    9
    Really great, I would say that is one of the best Prince of Persia I ever played. The graphics were ahead of the time, the movement was the most smooth I ever seen in a game, great battles, challenging puzzles. The only bad side was soundtrack, most of the time is so quiet and boring, except for the battle.
    Rating: 8.7 out of 10
  2. frederik1478
    Sep 23, 2021
    9
    One of the top 5 games of the ps2 and Xbox generation. The movement mechanic has not a day it still feels amazing and it's always just the right amount of challenge, the combat it sucks it's bad it's always the thing that makes you take a deep breath before you think about playing it again. But lucky for the game the good parts are so good that even the bad parts get forgotten as ifOne of the top 5 games of the ps2 and Xbox generation. The movement mechanic has not a day it still feels amazing and it's always just the right amount of challenge, the combat it sucks it's bad it's always the thing that makes you take a deep breath before you think about playing it again. But lucky for the game the good parts are so good that even the bad parts get forgotten as if they were the sands of time… Expand
  3. CloudStrife05
    Aug 19, 2021
    9
    The beginning of an amazing trilogy and it all started with this amazing classic.
  4. Hugeonpluto
    Feb 20, 2021
    10
    One of the best games ever made. The gameplay is great, the music's great, and the story is amazing.
  5. LeVronYames
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    This is quite possibly the best videogame of all time. It is also the most artistic of the POP trilogy, with a more complex plot (real love story) and more beatiful graphics than the other games. And the soundtrack...

    BEST VIDEOGAME SOUNDTRACK EVER. Listen to "Time Only Knows" and you will see!
  6. Broyax
    Feb 6, 2018
    1
    Le petit prince de Perse a une grande épée (ou ne serait-ce pas un cimeterre ?) et pourfend ses ennemis mais surtout il saute, saute et court sur les murs, évite les pièges. Un pur jeu de plate-forme vendu au prix fort (à l'époque) mais sans plombier ni champignons magiques, autant dire que ça énerve rapidement, presque aussi rapidement que ça soûle à dire vrai. C'est presque aussi niaisLe petit prince de Perse a une grande épée (ou ne serait-ce pas un cimeterre ?) et pourfend ses ennemis mais surtout il saute, saute et court sur les murs, évite les pièges. Un pur jeu de plate-forme vendu au prix fort (à l'époque) mais sans plombier ni champignons magiques, autant dire que ça énerve rapidement, presque aussi rapidement que ça soûle à dire vrai. C'est presque aussi niais qu'un Mariol.

    On peut au moins en profiter via le programme de compatibilité sur la Xbox One : on insère la galette Xbox, la console télécharge 3,7 Go et on peut jouer en 1080, tout à fond comme sur PC en son temps : c'est amusant. Plus amusant que le jeu lui-même évidemment dont la caméra libre devient fixe la moitié du temps (très énervant). Le jeu reste cependant en 4/3, c'est étrange.

    En tout cas éventuellement, à se faire chier ainsi, le petit prince pourra sauver et sauter la princesse, à la fin peut-être. Quoi qu'il en soit, les jeux de plate-forme sauteurs, moi ça m'emmerde, qu'ils viennent de chez Nintendaube ou Ubichiottes.    … Expand
  7. CanadianGamer
    Jul 30, 2013
    9
    First of all, this is the best damn Prince of Persia ever made. This game has a great story, great battles (a little repetitive but gets more challenging as the game goes on) and challenging puzzles. I love the whole plot with the Dagger of Time.I like the writing behind the Prince and Farrah and I really hate the main bad guy the Vizier who I remember as the main antagonist. The endingFirst of all, this is the best damn Prince of Persia ever made. This game has a great story, great battles (a little repetitive but gets more challenging as the game goes on) and challenging puzzles. I love the whole plot with the Dagger of Time.I like the writing behind the Prince and Farrah and I really hate the main bad guy the Vizier who I remember as the main antagonist. The ending won't make you angry either as it is actually quite an interesting ending and I still remember to this day without playing the game for a decade.… Expand
  8. Larux18
    Dec 20, 2011
    10
    Great story, good graphics, amazing sound, awesome puzzles, this game is unique, it's just one of a kind, this is what started and inspired a lot of 3rd person platformer games. There is great satisfaction after beating this game and no one should miss this experience.
  9. GormL.
    Jul 16, 2009
    10
    One of the best stories Ive seen in any videogame. And it achieves that without making you swallow loads of cut-scenes. The combat is a bit repetitive yes, but everything else is pure gold.
  10. JeremyB.
    Mar 14, 2008
    9
    I would rate it a 9.4 if there was one but there isn't. this game is one of the best games I've ever played and i'm a pretty big gamer. It is extremely fun, hard to get board of and exciting. the storyline and the fighting is the best part. I only have 1 negative and that's the camera. A little bit of a pain when ure fighting and cant see wats happening but otherwise I would rate it a 9.4 if there was one but there isn't. this game is one of the best games I've ever played and i'm a pretty big gamer. It is extremely fun, hard to get board of and exciting. the storyline and the fighting is the best part. I only have 1 negative and that's the camera. A little bit of a pain when ure fighting and cant see wats happening but otherwise its a well rounded game. Enjoy!… Expand
  11. SeanD.
    Nov 7, 2007
    10
    Wow... A lot of people seem to get angry far too easily... This game is one of my favorites and I have played a lot of games throughout my life. What makes this game so good is not the graphics, but the gameplay and storyline. It draws you in and you want to continue doing awesome moves and in the character of a Persian Prince who controls time to avenge his father and destroy the work Wow... A lot of people seem to get angry far too easily... This game is one of my favorites and I have played a lot of games throughout my life. What makes this game so good is not the graphics, but the gameplay and storyline. It draws you in and you want to continue doing awesome moves and in the character of a Persian Prince who controls time to avenge his father and destroy the work that Vizier has created. This game is really good, although at times it may be hard, just look for water close by in order to restore your health. Please give it a try if you are reading this... you won't be dissapointed I promise.… Expand
  12. RethunkReview
    Oct 5, 2007
    4
    Boooooooring! The graphics look good, and clearly some thought went into design of the levels, but the game becomes disappointing, then finally tedious. There are only three basic activites for each stage of the game: (1) chop up the swarms of baddies by mashing buttons; (2) run, jump, avoid moving obstacles, and swing on conveniently located horizontal bars; and (3) run, jump, avoid Boooooooring! The graphics look good, and clearly some thought went into design of the levels, but the game becomes disappointing, then finally tedious. There are only three basic activites for each stage of the game: (1) chop up the swarms of baddies by mashing buttons; (2) run, jump, avoid moving obstacles, and swing on conveniently located horizontal bars; and (3) run, jump, avoid moving obstacles, and swing on conveniently located horizontal bars, but with a time limit. In this game more than most others one becomes aware of the mismatch between the crudity of the controls and the elegance of the character animation: special movements such as wall-to-wall jumping reduce to moving the main character to position X (+/- a footstep or two), then mashing button A and moving the left joystick at time T (+/- 0.5 seconds). This is progress in game development? More fun can be had playing Sonic the Hedgehog. PoP's time reverse feature (animated undo) is neat, but it doesn't make up for the failures that other gamers have pointed out, namely that the game is dull and repetitive. Prince of Persia is like a book that, once put down, is hardly worth picking up again. Actual value? $6.… Expand
  13. MatthewB.
    Mar 27, 2007
    1
    For me, stupidly difficult - feels more like a chore at times than fun. After all the hype, very, very disappointing. Money wasted.
  14. ChaseW.
    Jun 26, 2006
    10
    Awesome game,not repetitive.One sucky puzzle,other wise great.It is so fun runnin' over those zombies and getting them in the back,am I right?And wall running,man thats fun.I love the puzzles with one exception.Did nice with the graphics,and not too little,or not too much blood. One thing though,not really bad.Has anyone noticed how when Your not holding the dagger,the Prince acts Awesome game,not repetitive.One sucky puzzle,other wise great.It is so fun runnin' over those zombies and getting them in the back,am I right?And wall running,man thats fun.I love the puzzles with one exception.Did nice with the graphics,and not too little,or not too much blood. One thing though,not really bad.Has anyone noticed how when Your not holding the dagger,the Prince acts like he wields it, draws it, and puts it away, and he's really not holding anything. Funny stuff. Oh yeah and the last boss is way too easy, more then the 1st one. Only 2 bosses? C'mon!… Expand
  15. LamePrince
    Jan 7, 2006
    5
    Overrated, repitious and inconsistent. I wanted to really enjoy this game, but there's so many little things wrong with it. Typical Ubisoft game with no polishing. When the characters talk, you can only hear them if the camera is in a certain position (and this is not because of my xbox settings). I've also found a glitch where sometimes you'll be in a black hole as you Overrated, repitious and inconsistent. I wanted to really enjoy this game, but there's so many little things wrong with it. Typical Ubisoft game with no polishing. When the characters talk, you can only hear them if the camera is in a certain position (and this is not because of my xbox settings). I've also found a glitch where sometimes you'll be in a black hole as you jump to something, then when you restart your character is stuck in the "falling" animation and dies repeatedly, even in the main menu. You have to turn off the xbox and turn it back on in order for it to go away. Then you get new swords that have no new moves or increased damage, your character finds it necessary to remove clothing for no reason, and the music is sparse and completely clashing thematically. Sometimes you get a Persian style score then there will be a random metal riff going, for instance when you get into the prison. The camera also gets really annoying as half the time you have to fight with it to give you a decent angle. People complain about fixed cameras, but those are much preferred to this garbage. Despite all these, its still playable, just note that this game isn't anywhere near in the same class as its competition: God of War, Devil May Cry or Ninja Gaiden. Rent it, or if you can get it for like $10. The Two Thrones thankfully is much better than this game.… Expand
  16. FredH.
    Nov 15, 2005
    6
    Over rated game. Boring and not much for music or sound unless you crank up the volume but then when they talk, it blasts. The moves and puzzles were unique though, and the graphics were pretty good.
  17. EricS.
    Aug 8, 2005
    7
    Prince of Persia had great gameplay and graphics, but too much repetition in both areas to be as good as it should have been. Every room in the palace started to look the same after the while, and the puzzles largely became monotonous (with a few exceptions). The fighting was also flawed. The actual combat system worked fine, but there wasn't enough variety among the various enemies. Prince of Persia had great gameplay and graphics, but too much repetition in both areas to be as good as it should have been. Every room in the palace started to look the same after the while, and the puzzles largely became monotonous (with a few exceptions). The fighting was also flawed. The actual combat system worked fine, but there wasn't enough variety among the various enemies. It's not that there weren't enough types, but fighting them always felt the same. I ultimately got bored and ended up getting a little more than three quarters through. The main thing this game had going for it was the time-controlling elements, since it lessened the frustration of falling to your death and having to start the area over. Using your powers to easily dispatch enemies was also satisfying, although it got stale after the 300th time. If "Sands of Time" were shorter, it would have been much better, and deserving of its praise. I can understand the desire for a long gameplay experience, but not if their isn't enough variety to keep things interesting. If you have a lot of time on your hands, I would recommend giving this game a try.… Expand
  18. CynS.
    Jul 12, 2005
    9
    Great game ..... best Action RPG to come out since Zleda: Ocarina of Time. Battle system is great, with the way you can dodge around people, use hsate, use walls, jump over balconies to dodge and then jump back ito them. And have you honestly ever played an Action RPG were the puzzles dint get repetive? Anyways, good game, get it since its now only $20 p.s. Did anyone notice that 90% of Great game ..... best Action RPG to come out since Zleda: Ocarina of Time. Battle system is great, with the way you can dodge around people, use hsate, use walls, jump over balconies to dodge and then jump back ito them. And have you honestly ever played an Action RPG were the puzzles dint get repetive? Anyways, good game, get it since its now only $20 p.s. Did anyone notice that 90% of the people who gave it bad reviews essentialy said it was too hard?… Expand
  19. IliyasI.
    Jun 18, 2005
    8
    Solid Adventure game. Will leave your hands drenched in sweat from all the indiana jones death defying/trap situations. Extremley challenging game, reminded me a bit of Ninja Gaiden (nes) . My only grip were the graphics weren't as Polished as the 1st game and also some of the sound effects were hella annoying. Other than that I had a blast playing this Sequel.
  20. BoneS2BV
    Jun 3, 2005
    8
    This game is one of the best action/adventure game!!! the whole oportunities you can develop are amazing !!!!
  21. ChesXA.
    May 20, 2005
    10
    This is one of hell good game i really love this game specially the graphics of the game, but there are some part of the game that you really need to waste time to think specially on some puzles in game but it's great really you'll enjoy... two thumbs up!!!!!!
  22. BlueFalcon
    May 14, 2005
    9
    It's definitely among the best single player experiences on xbox. The environments are stunning, and the puzzles are complex but not frustrating. It's weird to say, but the outstanding graphics help this game more than they would most other games. One of the coolest features here is that you can unlock and play POP 1 & 2 That really helps extend the life of a game otherwise It's definitely among the best single player experiences on xbox. The environments are stunning, and the puzzles are complex but not frustrating. It's weird to say, but the outstanding graphics help this game more than they would most other games. One of the coolest features here is that you can unlock and play POP 1 & 2 That really helps extend the life of a game otherwise short on replay value. One gripe is that the battles are too long and repetitive. The fighting is cool, but when you battle identical enemies over and over for several minutes, it grows tiring sometimes. When I beat this game, I was definitely filled w/ a sense of acomplishment and satisfaction - great stuff.… Expand
  23. JamsK.
    Apr 13, 2005
    10
    Very very good but fights r bore.
  24. H.Murray
    Mar 13, 2005
    8
    I really enjoyed this game. It was as if I was controlling an Animation Movie of some sort. Smooth silk graphics, sweet controls and niiiice sound. I enjoyed the story of the game as well. Quality storytelling in games is something rare these days. One small tiny gripe . More variation of taking down the bad guys would have been nice. Other than that, get ready for a killer game.
  25. PatS.
    Jan 9, 2005
    9
    This game is terrific. I love the graphics, I can look around in amazement. The controls are fairly decent as well.
  26. CascoD.
    Nov 6, 2004
    10
    This game is pretty close to perfect. Excellent gameplay, clever level design; it is always challenging and never gets frustrating.
  27. Cyberxero
    Aug 30, 2004
    10
    Prince Of Persia The Sands Of Time is the best game I have ever played so far,and probably still will be for a long time.First of all,all Prince Of Persia fans must get this game.Its worth evry penny.The Graphics in this game have come a long way since the original games,and are some of the best that i've seen in any game.Also the gameplay is just way to much fun.The way the fighting Prince Of Persia The Sands Of Time is the best game I have ever played so far,and probably still will be for a long time.First of all,all Prince Of Persia fans must get this game.Its worth evry penny.The Graphics in this game have come a long way since the original games,and are some of the best that i've seen in any game.Also the gameplay is just way to much fun.The way the fighting system works and the acrobatics you can do just make the game totally wicked awesome and memerable.The sound is'nt that bad itself.I have beat this game 4 times(not saying its an easy game or a short one)and am still playing it on and on.This means that its a game that you will just keep coming back to,and evrytime you do you'll be satisfied again and again.Anyway to wrap this review up,everybody should own this game or at least try it.I gaurentee you'll like it even if you have'nt played the originals.Anyway this game has kept me busy while I wait for Prince Of Persia 2.Cant wait for the second one.Buy POP:TSOT,and love it.L8er ~Cyberxero… Expand
  28. JakeW.
    Jul 23, 2004
    3
    Very highly overrated. The graphics and story are great, but beyond that the gameplay stinks. The camera is probably the worst I've ever encountered. I was constantly fighting with it. The real downside is the fighting is slow and makes no sense, it's very difficult to beat some of the easiest parts because they just keep throwing what seems like an insurmountable number of Very highly overrated. The graphics and story are great, but beyond that the gameplay stinks. The camera is probably the worst I've ever encountered. I was constantly fighting with it. The real downside is the fighting is slow and makes no sense, it's very difficult to beat some of the easiest parts because they just keep throwing what seems like an insurmountable number of monsters at you. I returned the game after 4 hours of playing. It's not worth the time or effort.… Expand
  29. HeywoodF.
    Jul 2, 2004
    5
    Hello, Dr Floyd from France. Great graphics, great animations, good controls... but repetitive gameplay and the fight-system is horrible... very hard to progress sometimes. Overrated game ! Best regards. Floyd
  30. BassieN.
    Jun 12, 2004
    8
    As Warlock said, there is this really annoying bit after completing 93%. A downwards walljump which is impossible to do for me. I've tried about 100 times, stopped because I was about to kill my cats. I've just tried again after 2 months, but I keep falling to my death, too bad. Otherwise perfect and beautifull game on PS2.
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#3 Best Xbox Game of 2003
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#3 Most Discussed Xbox Game of 2003

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Universal acclaim - based on 41 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 41 out of 41
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 41
  3. Negative: 0 out of 41
  1. Xbox Nation Magazine
    100
    Brimming with heart-stopping moments where you've got to take big gambles....A perfect union of storytelling, gameplay, and technological wonder. [Mar 2004, p.96]
  2. Village Voice
    90
    The impeccably intuitive controls make this feel as magical as it looks, and the gorgeous graphics and music fully ground you in the fantasy.
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  3. Edge Magazine
    90
    The freedom of movement requires a new level of spatial imagination. Before Prince of Persia, platform games were like playing Tetris with only the blocks and bars. [Christmas 2003, p.100]
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