Dang, I didn’t expect a Metroidvania-esque Prince of Persia game from the Rayman devs to be one of my most anticipated games from this year, and yet here we are. Even as someone who isn’t the biggest PoP fan, as a Metroidvania enthusiast, this looks like a genuinely impressive and fun time. And I certainly can’t wait to try it for myself due to how promising the demo was. Also, just as an FYI, the devs actually specifically developed this game for Switch and ported it to other consoles. Hence why it both runs and looks so great on it, since it was actually made for the system in mind, rather than scaled down to work on it.
Assassin's Creed was born out of Prince of Persia. They need to really go back to the basics of Prince with platforming. I'll take the sands of time remake, but the haters complained about the graphics which weren't that bad at all.
This game seems like the perfect blend of Ori and the Will of the Wisps and Hollow Knight. And with those being 2 of the games in personal top 10, that makes me extremely excited to dive into this.
Didn’t get to play the PS2 era games, but this one is a must have for what I see. Props to the Devs making this good looking game, I hope it sells a lot to guarantee more in this style
I would rate this game so close to a 10 that it would round up anyway. It's such a well put together (arguably) masterpiece. And to hear that it runs incredibly well on the switch just makes it all that much more impressive. This game is absolutely a must play if you like metroidvanias, like Ori, Hollow Knight, or Metroid Dread. It's basically impossible to beat Hollow Knight, but this game is definitely up there. Highly, highly recommend this game to just about anyone
Looking forward to this game. Great review because you didn't spoil all the even better bits about the game. Looking forward to discovering the best of the game myself.
Been playing the demo and it's fantastic. Reminds me of the pc prince of Persia game but with metroid dread added to it. Can't wait to get my hands on the full game
This actually looks amazing. I love dread and ori but a lot of these kind of games don’t appeal to me but this one has potential and a perfect switch type game.
i personally recommend to wait for few months before purchasing. knowing Ubisoft, they usually mark down their games 30% after 6 months and 50%-70% on their first year. (Mario+Rabbid Spark of Hope I'm looking 👀at you.)
Glad to hear that you can adjust the difficulty because the other games drove me. Absolutely nuts.! Definitely going to get it most likely on a switch because playing it portable seems kind of good.! Good review as usual Alex keep up the good work!
I appreciate this review. I already played some of the demo earlier but had to go to work. Going to play more tomorrow. I really like it so far and will probably get the Deluxe Edition on Switch. To anyone wanting the Sands of Time Remake... just support POP: The Lost Crown and we (the POP fanbase) will get the remake soon enough. Really! 🤙🏽
People really don't give things a chance simply because it's not exactly what they want. Unfortunate. Looks great though. All reviews positive as I was hoping, I'll be picking it up.
Ppl don't give it a chance bc it looks like shit and if you played the original series this is nothing like it so the 59k dislikes was from ppl who don't want to play garbage
Tiny correction but i wouldnt be calling this a "switch port." The Switch was the target development platform so this is really just a native Switch game through and through. Not a port like most other third party multiplatform titles!
I am getting bits and pieces of other games that I have played in this game. Amulet and amulet system - charms of Hollow Knight Wak-Wak trees - bench of Hollow Knight/grace of Elden Ring Platforming (on wood especially) feels like Dead Cells Collecting Xerxes - feels like collecting strawberries in Celeste Boss fights animation feels like in Metroid Dread There is this exploding enemy in Catacombs that feels like the bugs in Greenpath in Hollow Knight Travel points feel like Stagways in Hollow Knight Fariba's character is like Cornifer lol There is also this animation when you're hit and the sound is kinda muted - I only encountered this in HK Don't get me wrong, it has a character of its own coming from the mechanics of the PoP franchise, and I cannot say that I am not enjoying the game. It is a good blend of different games and I am excited to finish. I am a huge fan of the games I compared it with - I just can't think of something unique and new that it brings to the table.
I hope this game sells well so the rayman devs can finally make a new 2D rayman. I just hope this one doesnt get ruined by another nintendo hardware gimmick like last time...
I'm going to try the demo now that it's available, but there's a good chance I'll get this one quickly. I remember the original Prince of Persia game and while I liked the Sands of Time trilogy a return to form is welcome!
Just this week I watched the video I Finished A Video Game did on the franchise. Didn't play any Persia game but I do know see the significance of this game! I might pick it up as the release date is my birthday.😇
I was able to finish Assassin's Creed Chronicles on a handheld system I guess I am not allowed to mention here, so I think I am capable to tackle the enormous Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown for the beloved Nintendo Switch.
I love Guacamelee! and this seems to give the same amount of combat and platform focused metroidvania goodness. It's also one of those Unity engine games that performs well on the Switch, which is nice.
This game is fantastic! If you liked Metroid Dread, then you will like this game. I started the game on a more challenging level, but then had to scale back to normal difficultly. It's tough, but so satisfying when you progress! Can't wait for a sequel!
Loved this. There is so much to do. And it feels so much like metroid dread. Though i have some issues regarding their depiction , that doesnt take away from the otherwise cultural appropriateness. Definitely want a sequel
Why is nobody talking about the fact that rumble is broken on the Switch version of The Lost Crown? Whether you are using a pro controller or joy-cons, only the left side of the controller produces any vibration. This is annoying AF. 😡😡😡
I’m torn.. I love princess of Persia, and this game does look amazing. But….. it is Ubisoft…. The whole get used to not owning your game thing makes me hesitant to support this company.. Not to mention their games almost always get a major price reduction around 6 months after release..
Honestly its ok but the fact when you die you have to go all the way back to a tree makes you want to stop playing or at least smash through the dialogue and avoid enemies after a certain amount of time, not explore. And this is something not talked about in reviews. Honestly wish i could get my money back and buy it on sale. I dont have time to die instantly for a platforming chance and go back 10 minutes in the map. Makes the game honestly terrible. Metroid dread was never like this and its way more difficult
The difference in the visuals between the Switch version and any other version are pretty noticeable actually. Don't downplay it to make the Switch look better than it really is
Metroidvania Prince of Persia was not on my bingo card for 2024 in gaming but I’m not upset about it! (Konami, where you at?)
It was announced last year though?
theres already getsu fuma den but its not castlevania tho :(
@@tiwitiwi6202and wasn’t well reviewed..
Well, Konami re-released on every plateform Rocket Knight Adventure Collection and Felix The Cat Collection.
@@Maxssx3 I know they're old games, but so stoked for the Rocket Knight Adventure games.
Dang, I didn’t expect a Metroidvania-esque Prince of Persia game from the Rayman devs to be one of my most anticipated games from this year, and yet here we are. Even as someone who isn’t the biggest PoP fan, as a Metroidvania enthusiast, this looks like a genuinely impressive and fun time. And I certainly can’t wait to try it for myself due to how promising the demo was.
Also, just as an FYI, the devs actually specifically developed this game for Switch and ported it to other consoles. Hence why it both runs and looks so great on it, since it was actually made for the system in mind, rather than scaled down to work on it.
I hope the game sells so well that ubisoft decides to make more prince of persia games and we might get a new 3D one
I believe a Sands of Time remake is in the works already.
Yeah they copied too many other games this is not really a sands of time game at all
I've played the demo on handheld and dock and it holds up perfectly and plays perfectly without any problems
Good to know for people who like 2d games.@@djew67
Assassin's Creed was born out of Prince of Persia. They need to really go back to the basics of Prince with platforming. I'll take the sands of time remake, but the haters complained about the graphics which weren't that bad at all.
This game seems like the perfect blend of Ori and the Will of the Wisps and Hollow Knight. And with those being 2 of the games in personal top 10, that makes me extremely excited to dive into this.
Looks very Metroid Dread too, especially the map and parry, which is my fav game oat on switch 🔥
Don't forget dead cells too. Those Rayman devs are something else
Didn’t get to play the PS2 era games, but this one is a must have for what I see. Props to the Devs making this good looking game, I hope it sells a lot to guarantee more in this style
Well if you didn't play the previous ones then you won't see how bad this is.. best of luck
@@jsniagara8202hope you wisened up in the last 8 months. The game is one of the best ones this year.
These games are ideal for handheld, nice to see it doesn't have any major performance issues on Switch.
I would rate this game so close to a 10 that it would round up anyway. It's such a well put together (arguably) masterpiece. And to hear that it runs incredibly well on the switch just makes it all that much more impressive. This game is absolutely a must play if you like metroidvanias, like Ori, Hollow Knight, or Metroid Dread. It's basically impossible to beat Hollow Knight, but this game is definitely up there. Highly, highly recommend this game to just about anyone
Looking forward to this game. Great review because you didn't spoil all the even better bits about the game. Looking forward to discovering the best of the game myself.
PoP The Lost Crown will be the 1st Ubisoft game i've bought in over a decade
if you havent and like tactical games honestly Mario + rabbids was actually really good, and i dont like rabbids at all.
Been playing the demo and it's fantastic. Reminds me of the pc prince of Persia game but with metroid dread added to it. Can't wait to get my hands on the full game
this prince is looking pretty fresh, does he have dice in his mirror?
Im geting the physical copy of this game for my Switch Oled. Tryed the demo on my PS4 and love it.
60 fps on Switch? Good job Ubi
then it is worth to buy it for 60 FPS :D
I mean it's 2d it should be
This actually looks amazing. I love dread and ori but a lot of these kind of games don’t appeal to me but this one has potential and a perfect switch type game.
i personally recommend to wait for few months before purchasing. knowing Ubisoft, they usually mark down their games 30% after 6 months and 50%-70% on their first year. (Mario+Rabbid Spark of Hope I'm looking 👀at you.)
Prince of Persia is on Amazon for $35 and Mario is on sale on the Nintendoswitch store
i know nothing about prince of persia, but i do love me some rayman origins and metroid dread
i'm extremely tempted to get this sometime
It's hardcore
Reminds me of the strider remake for the ps3 that had released years ago
It was released for basically every system but yes it is very similar
I have never played any of the Prince of Persia games before. But I do love me some Metroidvania games. So would this be an perfect start?
Glad to hear that you can adjust the difficulty because the other games drove me. Absolutely nuts.! Definitely going to get it most likely on a switch because playing it portable seems kind of good.! Good review as usual Alex keep up the good work!
The other games drove you nuts bc they were hard so now you like that they made it easier. What a gamer you are
Been a gamer since the 70 so im untitled to a easer game. So keep your comments to yourself!!
@@jsniagara8202 oh no, a random person on the internet thinks someone isn't a GAMER™, anyways...
Sounds great! I'm looking forward to playing the demo this evening after work.
I have the same - I played the demo and nów can’t wait for the premiere 😊 on the oled screen it looks amazing ☝️👍
Lost me at metroidvania i like for games to tell me where to go instead of having 15 different paths where i have to guess which is the right one
I appreciate this review. I already played some of the demo earlier but had to go to work. Going to play more tomorrow. I really like it so far and will probably get the Deluxe Edition on Switch. To anyone wanting the Sands of Time Remake... just support POP: The Lost Crown and we (the POP fanbase) will get the remake soon enough. Really! 🤙🏽
I was hoping this would be a banger of a game, 59k dislikes on the initial trailer and its confirmed a great game, cant wait to play!
People really don't give things a chance simply because it's not exactly what they want. Unfortunate.
Looks great though. All reviews positive as I was hoping, I'll be picking it up.
Ppl don't give it a chance bc it looks like shit and if you played the original series this is nothing like it so the 59k dislikes was from ppl who don't want to play garbage
This looks absolutely incredible. I just finished Metroid Dread (9.5/10 game, for sure). I'm sure Ubisoft nailed this.
Tiny correction but i wouldnt be calling this a "switch port."
The Switch was the target development platform so this is really just a native Switch game through and through. Not a port like most other third party multiplatform titles!
I am getting bits and pieces of other games that I have played in this game.
Amulet and amulet system - charms of Hollow Knight
Wak-Wak trees - bench of Hollow Knight/grace of Elden Ring
Platforming (on wood especially) feels like Dead Cells
Collecting Xerxes - feels like collecting strawberries in Celeste
Boss fights animation feels like in Metroid Dread
There is this exploding enemy in Catacombs that feels like the bugs in Greenpath in Hollow Knight
Travel points feel like Stagways in Hollow Knight
Fariba's character is like Cornifer lol
There is also this animation when you're hit and the sound is kinda muted - I only encountered this in HK
Don't get me wrong, it has a character of its own coming from the mechanics of the PoP franchise, and I cannot say that I am not enjoying the game. It is a good blend of different games and I am excited to finish. I am a huge fan of the games I compared it with - I just can't think of something unique and new that it brings to the table.
I was hyped for this. Glad to see that it is good.
Am i crazy or does the outro sound effect line up perfect with the music? 9:00
I hope this game sells well so the rayman devs can finally make a new 2D rayman. I just hope this one doesnt get ruined by another nintendo hardware gimmick like last time...
This is one of those games I am probably going to work in my annual rotation. Can't wait to replay already and see if I can beat the bosses quicker!
Kinda sucks that we can’t rewind time anymore
Just picked this up at Target, was on sale for 29.99, it came with the Warrior Within outfit
Nice to have now Access to a AAA metroidvania. Theyre so rare in the switch. well done ubi. U didnt dissapoint this time
I'm going to try the demo now that it's available, but there's a good chance I'll get this one quickly. I remember the original Prince of Persia game and while I liked the Sands of Time trilogy a return to form is welcome!
So excited for this one - Metroid Dread is one of my all-time favorites
Excited to dive into this one next week!
This game wasn't even on my radar, but it seems like a fantastic Metroidvania. Will definitely be a must buy for me on the Switch.
Just picked this up at Target, was on sale for 29.99, it came with the Warrior Within outfit
Just this week I watched the video I Finished A Video Game did on the franchise. Didn't play any Persia game but I do know see the significance of this game! I might pick it up as the release date is my birthday.😇
I was able to finish Assassin's Creed Chronicles on a handheld system I guess I am not allowed to mention here, so I think I am capable to tackle the enormous Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown for the beloved Nintendo Switch.
This game is making me happy - 2024 starting bright.
I'm definitely getting this game. Not on release... but I'll get it, hopefully on a good discount.
Just picked this up at Target, was on sale for 29.99, it came with the Warrior Within outfit
I got the Series X version pre order can’t wait to play!
I love Guacamelee! and this seems to give the same amount of combat and platform focused metroidvania goodness. It's also one of those Unity engine games that performs well on the Switch, which is nice.
Would love to play this, but Im in a point in my life that doesn't leave much room for gaming at the moment. Good review!
So there are plenty of options to make the combat piss easy but not the puzzles?
So excited for this and more Prince of Persia games!!!
Well definitely wait for a sale for this since Ubisoft games go on sale so quickly, but I wouldnbe happy to buy this at full price if i needed to!
Just picked this up at Target, was on sale for 29.99, it came with the Warrior Within outfit
This game wasnt on my radar but the demo plays so good and thanks to this review I see there is even more options for casual play.
Not bad. Didn't hope this from Ubisoft.
Would love the older ones to come to the switch…
Can't wait till my copy shows up.
8:17 The game is not a port to Switch. In fact, thats why its so tasty on Switch.
I'm really hoping for a part 2 . I really liked this one
This game is fantastic! If you liked Metroid Dread, then you will like this game. I started the game on a more challenging level, but then had to scale back to normal difficultly. It's tough, but so satisfying when you progress! Can't wait for a sequel!
Nice. It's like Megaman series!! 🙂👍🏻
lol its nothing like Megaman
Yea, you get new powers beating bosses
@@MCHellshit It's quite similar gameplay!! 😁👌🏻
@@enorma29 Feel so challenging & sometimes frustrating!! 😆🖐🏻
@@chiquita683 Similarity features!! 😃✌🏻
I’m so tempted to get this one, but I learned metroivanias are not for me the bad way.
I’m playing princess of Persia on psp and ps game I want buy the game to play on switch
Loved this. There is so much to do. And it feels so much like metroid dread.
Though i have some issues regarding their depiction , that doesnt take away from the otherwise cultural appropriateness.
Definitely want a sequel
This looks tight!
Bravo, Ubisoft. Bravo.
I'll be picking this one up for sure
Loved the part where there was too much waffling and we dove right into things
Just played the demo and it's pretty good.
I'm happy Prince of Persia is back again.
Warrior within was the best. Fight me. (Aside from camera angle issues and glitching lol)
Not as amazing as Dread, but still worth the play especially for metroidvania fans. Demo felt solid i think I'm gonna pick it up
Cant wait to play!
I think there's a demo, right?
Why is nobody talking about the fact that rumble is broken on the Switch version of The Lost Crown? Whether you are using a pro controller or joy-cons, only the left side of the controller produces any vibration. This is annoying AF. 😡😡😡
Nice way too kick off the New Year with this game…Awesome !!!!😀👍🔥
Thank you, Ubisoft did well on this game
Wow, this might end up being my favorite game of the year... unless Nintendo could actually release a proper Donkey Kong game this year.
This game is awesome. Impressive stuff. Early game of the year contender. Enjoy!
Not a port. Was designed with switch first and other platforms second.
I’m torn.. I love princess of Persia, and this game does look amazing. But….. it is Ubisoft…. The whole get used to not owning your game thing makes me hesitant to support this company.. Not to mention their games almost always get a major price reduction around 6 months after release..
Only game I could get god of war vibes on my switch lol I have to buy it
This and that cell shaded flop from 2008 r actually my more favored entries after the original pc game. Hot take
Personally, I think there is Never Enough waffling
I can tell with your descriptions you’ve never played the original. Hard to compare when you haven’t done so. Just sayin
It's just the same game as Prince of Persia Forgotten Sands for the PSP lol just better
I can’t pay $80 for a side scroller. Just can’t / won’t do it.
I’ll just play Alladin on the Sega.
Great to hear this game is actually great.
But it's Ubisoft so I'll wait like 6 months and we got ourselves a nice discount.
Just picked this up at Target, was on sale for 29.99, it came with the Warrior Within outfit
It's not easy but I love it
Honestly its ok but the fact when you die you have to go all the way back to a tree makes you want to stop playing or at least smash through the dialogue and avoid enemies after a certain amount of time, not explore. And this is something not talked about in reviews. Honestly wish i could get my money back and buy it on sale. I dont have time to die instantly for a platforming chance and go back 10 minutes in the map. Makes the game honestly terrible. Metroid dread was never like this and its way more difficult
I disagree.
I’m so excited🎉
Looks like strider for ps4
They gave it a 9/10
You’re welcome ✌🏻
Fun!
the game sux for a game that looks like a 2014 browser game and made a metroidvania and less platafform
This game is pretty cool 😎
It looks good...but maybe not $70 good.
Watch someone is going to beat it in 30 min. They are going to do a Mario on it.
Me so happy
Am I the only one who thinks Sakura of rice and Ruin inspired this game a bit?
❤Ubisoft is back ❤️
So glad this game is good....whew!
The difference in the visuals between the Switch version and any other version are pretty noticeable actually. Don't downplay it to make the Switch look better than it really is
If i get this, it wont be on switch unless its exclusive.. switch is heading out soon
My man said bone-a-fi-dee