"Prince of Persia" is a platforming action-adventure video game developed by Ubisoft Montreal and published by Ubisoft. It was released for the Xbox 360 in December 2008.
In this installment of the "Prince of Persia" series, players control a nameless protagonist referred to as "The Prince" and a companion named Elika as they navigate the magical land of the Ahura to cleanse it from corruption caused by the antagonist, Ahriman. The game features a unique cel-shaded art style, giving it a distinct visual aesthetic.
Gameplay in "Prince of Persia" focuses heavily on platforming, with players using the Prince's acrobatic abilities to traverse the game world, solving puzzles and battling enemies along the way. Unlike previous titles in the series, this installment places less emphasis on precision platforming and introduces a "Free-Form Combat" system, making combat encounters more fluid and accessible.
Throughout the game, players work together with Elika, who provides assistance in both platforming sections and combat encounters. Elika's abilities allow the Prince to perform advanced maneuvers and reach otherwise inaccessible areas.
"Prince of Persia" received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its artistic design, engaging story, and innovative gameplay mechanics. However, some criticized its lack of difficulty and repetitive gameplay elements. Overall, it offered a refreshing take on the "Prince of Persia" franchise and remains a memorable entry for fans of action-adventure games.
