The Rogue Prince of Persia is an exciting new entry in the Prince of Persia series, offering players a fresh roguelite experience with dynamic platforming and combat. The game, developed by Evil Empire and published by Ubisoft, launched into Early Access on Steam on May 27, 2024, after being delayed from its original May 14 release date due to the launch of Hades II (Steam Store) (Game Informer) (Gematsu).
This Early Access phase is part of a strategy to refine the game by incorporating community feedback. The developers aim to enrich the game considerably before its full release, which is tentatively expected around Q2 2025 (Rogue Prince Steam) (PCGamesN). The game starts with the Prince attempting to defend Persia from a Hun invasion, using a variety of weapons and special abilities that players can customize through different equipment and upgrades. Players can enjoy intricate mechanics like wall-running and combat that integrates both melee and ranged attacks (Ubisoft News) (PCGamesN).
The game has been well received, with a community-focused development approach allowing for ongoing improvements and additions. These include addressing initial critiques about the lack of content and variety, as the developers have committed to regular updates that will expand the game’s content and enhance its features (Steam Community).
If you’re a fan of the series or roguelite games in general, The Rogue Prince of Persia promises a blend of challenging gameplay and innovative mechanics that could offer a refreshing take on the beloved franchise. For more details and updates, you can check the game on its Steam page.
