In its most inspiring moments, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is a wonderful Metroidvania. Its labyrinthian 2.D map is crafted with care and is intelligently balanced, brought to life by the game's vibrant color palette that's as gorgeous as it is inviting. Its environmental puzzles are challenging but rewarding, and its library of incrementally-gained, genre-staple special abilities ensure exploration feels fresh from start to finish. The Lost Crown's narrative features, on the other hand, are needlessly convoluted and too often disrupted my flow, forcefully distracting me from everything the game does so well.
Release date: January 15, 2024
Platform(s): PC, PS5, Xbox Series X, PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Developer: Ubisoft Montpellier
Publisher: Ubisoft
