The gaming world is abuzz with excitement as the prodigal Prince makes his return once again. After the success of Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, the iconic dual-blade wielding royalty is back in action with The Rogue Prince of Persia. Developed by Evil Empire and published by Ubisoft, this new 2D action-platforming rogue-lite title promises to bring back the exhilarating platforming and combat familiar to the series in a fresh and colorful art style.
The Rogue Prince of Persia is set in a fictional city called Ctesiphon, the capital of the Persian Empire, which is under siege from a possessed army of Huns. Players will take control of the eponymous Prince, who possesses a magical bola that allows him to resurrect on each death. This rogue-lite gameplay mechanic challenges players to continuously improve their skills and upgrades to progress through the game.
The trailer for The Rogue Prince of Persia showcases the Prince’s acrobatic abilities as he wall runs, spin jumps, and slides through challenging platforming sections. Players will explore procedurally generated levels filled with diverse regions inspired by Persian architecture, facing off against corrupted creatures and Huns empowered by shamanic magic. The game offers a variety of weapons such as twin daggers, spears, broad swords, and axes, along with shields, bows, and grappling hooks for combat.
The developers at Evil Empire, known for their work on Dead Cells, have a strong background in the roguelike genre. Their unique take on the Prince of Persia series caught the attention of Ubisoft, leading to the creation of The Rogue Prince of Persia. The success of Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown earlier this year paved the way for this new installment, continuing the fresh approach to platforming and combat that fans have come to love.
The Rogue Prince of Persia is scheduled to release in Early Access on Steam on May 14, with plans for release on other platforms in the future. Players can look forward to embarking on a thrilling adventure filled with challenges, upgrades, and action-packed combat as they strive to save the city of Ctesiphon from the invading army. The return of the Rogue Prince marks a new chapter in the iconic Prince of Persia series, blending the classic elements with modern gameplay mechanics for an unforgettable gaming experience.
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