The Rogue Prince of Persia is a new 2D side-scrolling action platformer roguelite video game developed by Evil Empire and published by Ubisoft. It was released in early access for Windows PC on May 27, 2024.
The game features an unnamed protagonist simply known as the Prince. Players traverse through the mythical Persian city of Ctesiphon, which is on the brink of destruction from a wicked Hun invasion that utilizes dark magic.
Here’s a breakdown of the gameplay:
- Fast-paced action platforming: The Prince has a wide range of acrobatic moves at his disposal, including wall jumping, wall running, swinging, and more.
- Combat: Engage in fluid combat that combines melee attacks, ranged attacks, and defensive moves like vaulting over enemies.
- Roguelite elements: The game features procedurally generated levels, so each playthrough offers a fresh experience. When the Prince dies, you start back at the beginning with some permanent upgrades you’ve acquired.
- Weapon and item acquisition: Collect and upgrade weapons and equipment throughout your journey to become more powerful.
- Allies: Unlock and team up with allies who offer support during your quest.
The Rogue Prince of Persia is currently in Early Access, which means the developers are still adding content and features to the game. Here are some additional things to keep in mind:
- The game is currently only available for Windows PC.
- The game has received mixed reviews, with some praising the fast-paced action and challenging gameplay, while others criticizing the repetitive nature of the procedurally generated levels.
If you’re a fan of action platformers and roguelike games, then The Rogue Prince of Persia might be worth checking out, especially in Early Access where you can experience the development process firsthand and provide feedback to the developers.
