A Stunning New Direction for Prince of Persia
The Rogue Prince of Persia takes the franchise in a bold new direction, blending its signature movement with roguelite mechanics, and visually, it absolutely delivers.
From the moment you start, the game is stunning. The vibrant art style, fluid animations, and dynamic environments make every run feel alive. It’s easily one of the most visually striking entries in the series.
Parkour That Feels Incredible
When the game clicks, it really clicks.
Movement is where The Rogue Prince of Persia shines. The parkour system is smooth, fast, and incredibly satisfying. Chaining together wall runs, jumps, and attacks feels fantastic, especially once you find your rhythm.
It’s in these moments, when everything flows, that the game feels at its best.
Roguelite Elements: A Mixed Bag
The roguelite structure actually fits the Prince of Persia formula better than expected.
Short runs, evolving builds, and replayability all work in theory. But in practice, runs can start to feel a bit repetitive over time. The core gameplay is strong enough to carry you for a while, but it doesn’t always maintain that momentum long-term.
Boss Fights Bring the Spectacle
One area where the game consistently delivers is its boss fights.
They’re visually impressive and genuinely fun to play. Each encounter feels like a spectacle, combining flashy design with challenging mechanics that test your movement and timing.
These moments are easily some of the game’s highlights.
Story and Audio Fall Short
Unfortunately, the narrative side doesn’t hit the same highs.
The story feels underdeveloped and never really grabs your attention. It also doesn’t help that the game could have really benefited from voice acting, which might have added more weight to its world and characters.
The music is enjoyable on its own, but it often feels slightly out of place, like it doesn’t fully match the tone of what’s happening on screen.
Physical Edition
It’s also worth noting that The Rogue Prince of Persia isn’t just a digital release, there is a physical version of the game available for purchase. For collectors and longtime fans of the franchise, having a physical copy is a great way to add this unique entry in the series to your shelf, especially given its distinct visual style and direction.
Final Verdict
The Rogue Prince of Persia is a visually stunning roguelite with fantastic movement and some standout boss fights.
But while the gameplay shines in bursts, repetition, a weak story, and uneven audio hold it back from true greatness.
Still, when you’re in the flow, it’s an absolute joy to play.
7/10
