Many were surprised when Ubisoft announced the upcoming release of a new Prince of Persia game at Ubisoft Connect 2023. With the release date for Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown fast approaching, we're here with everything there is to know about the game, from what to expect in terms of gameplay to what platforms the game will be released on.
Of course, first things first, you should check out our Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown review to see what we thought about the game. This is the first title in the series since 2010's Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands, which was well-received by fans of the series. Ubisoft has had control of the franchise since 2001 and, finally, we've seen a reboot.
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Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown release date
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown has been officially released on January 18, 2024. This means that it will have been almost 14 years since the release date of The Forgotten Sands, heralding a new era for the franchise.
Although the game's initial announcement took some people by surprise, it's been known that a new Prince of Persia game has been in development at Ubisoft for quite some time. Leaks as far back as 2020 detail the game's development, seemingly coming at the expense of the heavily delayed, yet still alive, remake of the classic Prince of Persia: Sands of Time.
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown platforms
For PC players, the game is currently available on both Ubisoft Connect and the Epic Games Store and will be available to stream from Amazon Luna. The newest in the Prince of Persia franchise is also on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X and PS5.
It's also been confirmed that Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown will also be released on the old-generation consoles, the Xbox One and PS4. There are no plans to bring the game to Steam at this time, and the game is yet to be confirmed for Xbox Game Pass, however, it will likely make its way there in the months after release.
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown trailer
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is returning the series to its 2D roots as an action-platformer. There will be some great Metroidvania action, with a platforming mechanic that allows you to swing off of horizontal poles and complete complex wall-jump puzzles to avoid spikes.
2D action platformers have become a home for indie hits, such as Hollow Knight, Dead Cells, and Shovel Knight. It'll be interesting to see how a similar title published by a triple-A developer performs, and whether they're able to make a significant contribution to the genre.
To survive in Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, you'll be given a diverse skillset to keep yourself alive. You'll be able to manipulate time, similar to the classic titles, to slow down or teleport your way past enemies. You'll also have a range of combat abilities, being able to take ranged fights with a bow or get up close and personal with your sword.
If you're interested in seeing some of Prince of Persia's gameplay for yourself, be sure to check out the trailer below. You'll get to see clips of combat and platforming from the game, as well as some hints as to what the newest story in the Prince of Persia franchise will contain.
Everything we know about Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is a fresh reboot of the Prince of Persia series. Introduced in trailers has been the new hero of the series, Sargon, a young warrior whose main strength is his mobility and speed. In the story of the Lost Crown, you'll play as Sargon, and attempt to rescue the Prince of Persia himself, Prince Ghassan.
Expect to encounter plenty of Persian myths and legends as you play the game. The enemies and bosses you'll fight are heavily inspired by Persian mythology, as well as all of the places you'll visit throughout the game.
But there you have it, that's all we know for now on Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, including its release date. Be sure to check back here later for the latest news and guides on the game, and in the meantime check out our preview of the game. If you're looking for some more details on upcoming releases, why not check out everything we know about The Finals, or perhaps all the information on Persona 3 Reload? We've also got all the pre-order bonuses and editions for GTA 6.