Prince of Persia: Warrior Within

Release Date: November 30, 2004

Adventure, TPP, fantasy, 3D platformers, action adventure, time manipulation, singleplayer

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Sequel to the 2003’s Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time, rebooting the story of the hero from the classic 2D platformer from Broderbund Software studio. This time the prince has to deal with consequences of his reckless actions. He managed to turn back time and prevent releasing The Sands of Time, but he did not change his destiny, resulting in Guardian of Time chasing him to seal his fate.

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All Reviews: Very Positive (3,108)

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The main pros of the game

Engaging Combat and Enemy Variety: Many users praised the combat system, noting it as one of the best in the franchise, with a diverse range of enemies that enhance the gameplay experience.
Strong Story and Atmosphere: The narrative was highlighted as compelling and interesting, contributing to a dark and immersive atmosphere that some found superior to its predecessors.
Improved Graphics and Soundtrack: The graphics were generally well-received, and the soundtrack was noted for enhancing the game's atmosphere, with one user mentioning discovering a band through it.
Expanded Gameplay Mechanics: Users appreciated the larger environments, greater number of combos, and the addition of chase scenes with the Dahaka, which added intensity to the gameplay.

The main cons of the game

Technical Issues and Bugs: Numerous reviews pointed out that the game is plagued with bugs, including crashes and compatibility issues, particularly in the PC version.
Camera and Control Problems: The camera system was frequently criticized for being uncooperative, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences, especially in a game that relies heavily on precision and quick reactions.
Difficulty Balance: While some found the combat engaging, others mentioned that certain bosses were too easy when using specific strategies, while the overall difficulty could be disheartening for some players.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

Quality of Port: Several users expressed disappointment with the quality of the PC port, feeling it was not well-optimized and detracted from the overall experience.
Map Navigation: Users reported issues with the in-game map being confusing and unhelpful, leading to disorientation during gameplay.
Tonal Consistency: Some players felt that the darker tone and artistic direction were jarring compared to previous entries, indicating a desire for a more cohesive aesthetic throughout the trilogy.
Soundtrack Quality: A few reviews mentioned that the soundtrack did not meet their expectations or fit the intended atmosphere, contrasting with the positive remarks from others.

Summary

Overall, while "Prince of Persia: Warrior Within" has many strengths, particularly in gameplay and narrative, technical issues and design choices have left some players feeling frustrated.

Summary generated on: November 25, 2024

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Prince of Persia: Warrior Within Description

A sequel to Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time, which just as its predecessor is a dynamic action-adventure game. This time the Prince has to face his own fate, as his life is threatened by Dahaka, an incarnation of the unchangeable fate. The perilous journey (which is in fact an attempt to escape from death) takes the hero on an accursed island.

Most of gameplay mechanics remained unchanged – you still run and jump traversing in-game levels, avoid tricky traps, use different mechanisms, etc. The game’s atmosphere is much darker than of the previous part’s. The prince looks more mature and the locations he visits are ominous (old gardens, a graveyard of ships, a Persian boat, a huge castle, etc.).

Combat got much more emphasized than previously. Bloodthirsty monsters and enemies stand on the Prince’s way, whom you eliminate using a new Free-Form Fighting System (combines strikes into combos, you can even snatch enemy weapons from their hands). Besides, the creators modified the system of attacks over a distance – you can throw swords at enemies.

Prince of Persia: Warrior Within has smooth animation at 60 frames per second and excellent visual effects (you just cannot help but notice the Prince’s vivid mimics while fighting and melee weapon trails adding to overall dynamics). This new adventures of the Prince are accompanied by an atmospheric soundtrack perfectly fitting what is currently happening on the screen.

Last updated on August 21, 2015

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Prince of Persia Series

A series of productions bordering on platform and action adventure games, inspired by the culture and history of the Middle East. The brand was created by Broderbund SoftwareHowever, it is currently being developed by Ubisoft. The father of the series is American programmer Jordan Mechner (author of, among others, the game Karateka).

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