Prince of Persia®

I have not played any 3d prince of persia but this is a gem of a game. combat is not very demanding and there is zero character progression towards it.
What you will find here in spades is platforming and character interaction between the two protagonists.
Whenever you have the chance to have the interaction you should exhaust the dialogue as many a times it got a chuckle from me.
Your game time might inflate collecting "light seeds" as you need certain amount to progress but many of these are on the road and you do not need to collect all to finish the game in a reasonable manner before it overstay its welcome as the game has simple mechanics and you have seen it all after about an hour and a half.
But there is something Zen about collecting all and you will be scouring for the last couple of light seeds left hidden out of camera sight many a times and Its rewarding as a puzzle solved.
Graphics still holds with amazing animations and fantastic music. I do highly recommend.

i love the interactions between characters!

credits are longer than the game itself

the worst combat ever and parkour that never ends

Enjoyed till it become too repetitive, and all the levels were alike.

an amazing game. fun to play.

It's been 16 years. The art style still holds up. The chemistry between the Prince and Elika is still good. Some challenging puzzles as well.WHERE IS MY SEQUEL UBISOFT?

Its not good

game froze mid loading screen twice. trash pc port

This could have been a nice reboot of the PoP series but, unfortunately, it was flushed down the toilet by Ubisoft, like many other good games they used to make. I believe the main reason for that was that the game wasn't warmly welcomed by gamers. My PC couldn't run it back in the day but I remember many people complaining about Ubisoft replacing the cool PoP series with a "lame anime surrogate". 16 years later, I have finally played it, and I really enjoyed it! It's not perfect but I find it better than The Forgotten Sands and maybe even The Two Thrones.

Pros:
+ Graphics: thanks to Cel Shading, the graphics still look great in 2024.
+ Music: was written by Stuart Chatwood and Inon Zur - the names speak for themselves.
+ Characters: unlike the old Prince who becomes more pragmatic and dark with each new PoP game (so as the games themselves), the new Prince is actually funny, but in a good way, he's doesn't look like a clown, it's more like he just tries to clear the air whenever it seems possible. I also believe he and Elika make a good team.

Cons:
- Semi-open world seems a bit confusing at first, so as the need to collect light seeds to progress. Although, I would say, those aren't frustrating and add more parkour which is even fun.
- One on one fights aren't as amusing as fights against groups of enemies in Warrior Within. But again, it's arguable.
- Strange performance bug. Sometimes, there're were severe FPS drops and the only way to fix that for me was saving, closing the game, launching it again and loading the save.
- What's really disappointing is the ending. So, the PC version ends with a cliffhanger. The Epilogue DLC, which was and remains a console exclusive (making a story DLC a platform exclusive should be considered a crime) ends with a cliffhanger as well. Lastly, there's a "sequel" called The Fallen King, which was released exclusively for Nintendo DS, and it ends with - guess what - a cliffhanger! This is such a shame.

One of the first games I played growing up on the PS2 which allowed for this cool movement. Till this day this game feels elite.

If you get stuck in a level, that's it.

Honestly I really enjoyed the game and I am sure anyone else would,trust me 😌❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

If you looking for some extra skins for both the prince and princess type in the following codes:
Sand of time skins~5258542
Altaïr skin ~13372805

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As an Iranian, I really enjoyed this game and I am proud of it.

Prince of Yappin'

The 2008 adventure of the prince is an odd one. On the one hand it's a very decent platformer but at the same time combat system is awful. The art style is nice but the environments are just abstract shapes and spaces that bear no resemblance to actual places people could inhabit (something both the prince and his companion constantly allude to). The characters have plenty of dialogue (too much if you ask me) but are voiced by Americans with their own accents, meaning you might as well be listening to Uncharted outtakes.

Ultimately though for 2008 standards it's not a bad game at all, hence the recommendation, but there's definitely a lack of variety in terms of gameplay. It copy-pastes the exact same mechanics over and over again which got rather tiresome by the end. So after having played it 16 years after the fact I'd say Prince of Persia is okay but far from great.

"Prince of Persia (2008)" offered a fresh and innovative take on the classic franchise, introducing a captivating storyline, stunning visuals, and fluid gameplay mechanics that set a new standard for platforming adventures.

Childhood memories Refreshed,Well Game is good but one thing is i don't like is ,you can't take screenshots in game like other steam games and this is published by ubisoft and if you open your uplay it not showing there also and game doesn't have any achievement ,trading card system that i don't like personally I am achievement collector. whatever it be but the game story,sound,levels are good enough and One thing I like It most is ,It's like a anime game.

god coming back to this game after so long, it is still a fantastic experience. between the combat and the dialogue scattered throughout the game, letting you get to know the characters and grow to love them, i had an amazing time replaying this. 10/10.

beter game

I would give the game a 10/10 for its nostalgia factor. I have never played any other Prince of Persia games, so I don't know how it compares to others.

The art direction is superb, with stunning visuals and viewpoints to go throughout the world. Graphics are also very good, even if simplistic, it achieves what is sets out to do just fine. I have a problem with the music in that it is quite repetitive, you'll mostly be hearing the exact same BGM in all of the healed areas, and I think they could've done with greater variety to match the actually very different environments we go through the course of the game. Even so, the few songs that are there are still quite enjoyable and can fit an overall PoP premise.

The story and gameplay are where it gets a bit messy. The gameplay is very repetitive, as the game feels more like just a platform game with very little in terms of combat (as maybe it was supposed to?). So, the fact that you are fighting basically the same bosses again and again and again, with very little variation in tactics for each fight can get boring, and I also think it impacts the story negatively.

I feel like there's a lot more that could've been done witht that world. The story in general is nothing too special, but I did find the Prince and Elika quite likeable characters, and the development of their relationship throughout the game feels natural enough from circumstantial allies to actual partners by the end of the story.

Overall, I do reccomend the game, specially if you're here for the nostalgia from playing it back when it came out. I do miss the trophies/achievments it had, which are unfortunately not available in this Steam version,

16 years later and this game still moves me. The brilliant music. The banter between Elika and Prince and most especially the story and the unique ending...

offering a visually stunning and artistically unique experience. Departing from the more realistic tones of previous entries, this version embraces a vibrant, cel-shaded art style that gives the game a timeless, storybook quality. The world is beautifully crafted, with lush environments that feel like they’ve been lifted from a painting, making exploration a visually rewarding experience.

The gameplay focuses on fluid acrobatics and platforming, staying true to the series’ roots while introducing a more accessible and streamlined approach. The combat is more simplified, centering on one-on-one battles that feel almost like a dance, though some players may find the lack of challenge in these encounters a drawback.

The story, centered around the Prince and his companion Elika, is a mix of charm and melancholy, with their growing bond adding emotional depth to the adventure. Elika’s role in gameplay, particularly her ability to save the Prince from falls, is both a novel mechanic and a point of contention for those who prefer a greater sense of danger.

Overall is a beautiful and engaging experience that takes the franchise in a new direction. While it may not appeal to everyone, especially those looking for more traditional challenge, it’s a memorable entry that stands out for its artistic vision and storytelling

PoP 2008 is a very easy game, I would even say stress-free.
Perfect for relaxing, exploring a bit here and there, but that's it. It can get repetitive after a while so if you are not really into it, just finish it without collecting all the sparks and that's it; you won't miss anything.

Nice acrobatics game, but not enough (not even close) combat moments.
Perfect if you want some of your people to play something not so violent.

Although not really connected to the franchise aside from the name, the game offers a relaxing 3d platformer experience. The visuals have aged very well and gameplay is smooth, although not as challenging cause the player cannot die ever. Combat is not that great compared to the other POP titles but everything else is great. id recommend buying it on sale.

i would suggest against it the story itself is pretty okay but there's to many pointless things to gather to progress the story

Elika may not be real, but my feelings for her are

É bem diferente da trilogia Sands of Time, puxando mais pro lado só da plataforma e história com alguns momentos de combate. A graça do jogo mesmo é acompanhar a história, explorar o mundo aberto e coletar orbes de luz. O combate deixa muito a desejar, sendo o mais chato da franquia disparado. único ponto negativo desse jogo pra mim foi o final...

It's an alright game. Beautiful art style. Quite good parkour comparing to the previous saga. The combat and story are meh tho.

This port looks really good in 2560x1440 with high res textures and despite what the Steam page says, has full controller support.