The Rogue Prince of Persia Reviews
The Rogue Prince of Persia leaves us with the feeling that the saga still has plenty to offer when it dares to explore new paths without losing its identity. Evil Empire has crafted a fast-paced, fun, and highly replayable adventure, notable for its fluid movement and direct focus on action. It may not reach the depth of the great roguelite classics, but its approach works effectively and maintains interest for many hours. Overall, this is a bold and well-executed return that proves the Prince still has plenty of fight left in him.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
There is artistry here, certainly. The backgrounds are gorgeous, painterly vistas that breathe life into every frame, and the character portraits are slick, stylized looks into each person’s psyche (though many such characters are decidedly one-note). On the gameplay side, that same visual artistry translates to a flowing series of actions that read more like a cartoon than a video game. But a game is more than visuals, and the team behind The Rogue Prince of Persia has no shortage of artists across the spectrum. The level design is stellar, offering alternative pathways to traverse and myriad ways to do so; walk, jump, slide, and climb to your heart’s content.
The Rogue Prince of Persia is an enjoyable roguelite that plays it safe but executes well, proving the Persian prince still has plenty of life left in him. It will keep you entertained for hours, even if its story is fairly thin and nothing about it truly stands out. A solid entry that does little wrong — but little that's remarkable either.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
It's very easy to recommend Rogue Prince of Persia on PS5, even easier than I thought it would be. The movement is great, the combat is smooth, the art direction really stands out, the music is great, and the roguelite structure works better for this series than I thought it would. This is a no-brainer if you like roguelites.
"I'd rather unlock new routes than weapons and side characters."
Review in Finnish | Read full review
This is not a game that tries to convince you it belongs in the Prince of Persia lineage. It assumes that if you care about movement, rhythm, and personal accountability, you’ll feel the connection on your own. And honestly, that confidence is what makes it work. Yes, repetition is part of the package. Long sessions can blur together, and if roguelikes aren’t your thing, this won’t suddenly change your mind. But if you enjoy games that reward improvement over accumulation, and flow over spectacle, The Rogue Prince of Persia hits a very satisfying balance.
The Rogue Prince of Persia lives up to the legacy of the legendary franchise, delivering a fast-paced, acrobatic roguelite that is highly recommended for fans of the genre and the Ubisoft saga. Although it took a while to arrive on the Switch and Switch 2, in this case the wait was worth it, rewarded with a great version that deserves a place in every Nintendo fan's virtual library — ready to save Persia again?
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
The game blends its story of resurrecting the prince very well with the roguelike system. It delivers a fluid, fun experience and a very satisfying gameplay feel. Although the narrative isn’t deep, it combines the useful with the enjoyable. Its music and visuals are flawless and enhance its quality; even though the game isn’t long, every part shows that it was meticulously crafted.
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With combat and movement that you'll hardly see in other similarly structured games today, The Rogue Prince of Persia is an example to be followed by other major publishers that... sometimes, the small fish knows more than the big fish.
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The Rogue Prince of Persia successfully marries the franchise's acrobatic roots with the addictive loops of Dead Cells. While the narrative lacks the charisma of Hades and the procedural maps can feel repetitive, the kinetic joy of wall-running into combat makes this a polished, if slightly quiet, prince of the roguelite genre.
Within the Prince of Persia series, The Rogue comes across as the poor relation. The idea of converting the game into a rogue-lite genre is not bad, but unfortunately, this implementation lacks the depth of story or gameplay to keep players engaged for an extended period. However, since its early access release, the developers have improved many aspects of the game, making it a slightly above-average title.
Review in Czech | Read full review
The Rogue Prince of Persia was one of the most unexpected comebacks in recent years, and fortunately, it delivered a satisfying experience. While not without flaws, like most games, these issues are not severe enough to undermine its overall quality. Many of them feel like missed opportunities rather than fundamental failures. If you're a fan of the Prince of Persia series (especially *The Lost Crown*) or seek a polished, concise roguelite, don't miss *The Rogue Prince of Persia*.
Review in Persian | Read full review
The Rogue Prince of Persia was a game that was a real joy to watch grow from its small steps in early access to this point.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
"The Rogue Prince of Persia is a bold, charming, and thoroughly entertaining spin-off that successfully merges the series' signature fluid acrobatics with an addictive roguelike structure. While it doesn't quite hit the spectacular highs of The Lost Crown, it stands strong on its own as a fast-paced and challenging adventure that keeps the franchise's newfound momentum alive. Its immediate availability on services like Xbox Game Pass and PlayStation Plus, combined with a small file size, makes it an incredibly easy and enthusiastic recommendation for fans of both the Prince and the genre."
Review in Persian | Read full review
The Rogue Prince of Persia is a welcome addition to the rogue-like family, mixing amazing fluid animations and satisfying combat. It provides an enjoyable progression without the feeling of having to start over every time I would die. I am excited to continue playing this game and finding all the secrets and ability combinations that come with each run.
The Rogue Prince of Persia gives a new interpretation to the classic franchise. The prince must save his city from theirs who attack with dark magic. Thanks to a magical Bola you start again after every death, but keep knowledge and equipment. This creates a clear learning curve, although the repetition can sometimes frustrate. The gameplay does not always feel flexible and enemies are often easy to beat, so that the focus is mainly on acrobatics. Yet the Roguelike system has a motivating effect and feels the progression rewarding. Visually the game distinguishes itself with colorful environments and flowing animations. The result is a fresh, challenging and stylish addition to the series.
Review in Dutch | Read full review
The Rogue Prince of Persia is a stylish and well-crafted roguelite that rewards persistence with satisfying combat and clever movement mechanics. While it doesn’t reinvent the genre, its atmosphere, progression system, banging music, and fluid gameplay make it a worthwhile adventure for fans of action-platformers.
Review in Finnish | Read full review
The Rogue Prince of Persia is a new atmospheric 2D title centered around the beloved Persian prince, this time heavily inspired by Dead Cells and other roguelite games. Acrobatics and close-quarters combat are enhanced by a fantastic audiovisual presentation that successfully brings ancient Persia to life.
Review in Unknown | Read full review
The Rogue Prince of Persia is a bold experiment that blends precision and nostalgia into a formula that gives the old hero a fresh face. It’s not a game that will appeal to everyone, but it certainly deserves respect despite its many flaws in the current state. This is what happens when Ubisoft gives the right people creative freedom - we get the kind of projects that once made us love them.
Review in Unknown | Read full review
"A bold leap for the series into the roguelite genre" The Rogue Prince of Persia boldly and innovatively blends the classic parkour gameplay with a roguelite system. Each run offers exciting gameplay thanks to its fluid movement, dynamic combat, and vibrant art style. While some repetition and limitations in the random generation system detract from the experience, the game successfully establishes a new identity for the franchise.
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