Apparently one Prince of Persia isn’t enough this year; we’re getting another 2D entry later in 2024. Not that we’re complaining.

Publisher Ubisoft and developer Evil Empire (Dead Cells series) will be making a new 2D action platformer called Rogue Prince of Persia. The PC version will launch in Early Access form this 14 May. This PoP title features fast-paced challenges and accessible roguelite mechanics; your Prince has to save Persia from a Hun invasion multiple times through death and perseverance.

I’m definitely looking forward to this; Dead Cells is one of my favourite roguelites of all time, and this one is hitting all the right notes! Features & trailer below:

• A Persia in Peril: Lead the Prince in his fight against a Hun army corrupted by dark shamanic magic and find your place in the royal family as you explore a vibrant reinterpretation of Persia. Put the pieces of the puzzle together and discover new areas as you enter the fight again and again, meeting a cast of colourful characters through non-linear story progression.
• Become the Prince of Persia: Flow seamlessly between platforming and combat, using your acrobatic moves to outmaneuver and outsmart your enemies. Use the iconic wall-run to open new routes of attack, avoid traps and explore hard-to-reach areas. Kick and dodge to manage groups of enemies when the odds are against you.
• Adapt and Improve on the Run: Choose from a variety of deadly weapons and equip new medallions each run to unleash devastating effects, giving you the freedom to change your fighting style as you wish. Secondary weapons offer even more options, from bows to shields to grappling hooks. Switch your loadout mid-run to adapt to new challenges.
• Rise to Meet the Challenge: Unlock new weapons and medallions and learn from your mistakes to become more powerful with every death. New challenges await you each time as every level is procedurally generated, so no two runs are ever the same.