'Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown' is now available for Ubisoft Plus subscribers, three days before its official release on January 18. The game, a new addition to the iconic Prince of Persia series, is currently accessible to Xbox and PC players. Ubisoft Plus, priced at €18 per month, offers an extensive library of Ubisoft games and will eventually extend its services to PlayStation consoles.
As a 2.5D platformer featuring puzzles and exploration, 'Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown' introduces players to the quest of finding the kidnapped prince Hassan. The game presents a modern approach to the classic series and combines tough combat with fast-paced platforming. The title received a positive review score of 7.5, highlighting occasional spikes in difficulty level that lead to frustration due to its linear nature, though compelling combat and platform dynamics largely make up for it. 'Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown' is set for release on major platforms, including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
What is the monthly cost of Ubisoft Plus and which platforms is it currently available on?Ubisoft Plus costs €18 per month and is currently available on Xbox consoles and PC. It will later become available for PlayStation consoles as well.
The 'Prince of Persia' franchise has long been beloved in the gaming community, known for its fusion of acrobatic platforming, time manipulation, and a cinematic storyline. The series kicked off in 1989 with the original 'Prince of Persia' and gained widespread acclaim with its 2003 revival 'Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time,' which introduced a groundbreaking gameplay mechanic of controlling time. The latest game, 'Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown,' continues the legacy by opting for a 2.5D perspective and providing a modern twist that's likely to appeal to both fans of the classic titles and newcomers looking for a fresh gaming experience with historical charm.
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Jumping ahead of the official release with 'Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown' dropping early for Ubisoft Plus subscribers is a sweet bonus for those dedicated enough to shell out the monthly fee. It looks like the game's fresh 2.5D aesthetic and nod to the series' roots are hitting the right nostalgia notes while adding a new layer of challenge that's sure to keep both old-school fans and newcomers on their toes.
Looks like 'Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown' is giving its fans a bit of a nostalgia-filled yet fresh experience with early access for Ubisoft Plus members – sweet deal for those ready to jump in with both feet. With its mix of classic platformer vibes and modern mechanics, it sounds like a solid revival that might just hit the sweet spot for old-school loyalists and fresh-faced gamers alike.
Jumping back into the world of 'Prince of Persia' a little early for Ubisoft Plus peeps is a sweet deal; it's like getting a slice of your birthday cake before the party. 'The Lost Crown' might just be the modern touch the series needed, blending nostalgia with fresh mechanics—here's hoping it does justice to its legacy while hooking in the new gen gamers.