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The Rogue Prince of Persia

The Rogue Prince of Persia

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The Rogue Prince of Persia

The Rogue Prince of Persia

Evil Empire

PC, PlayStation 5Premium
Health Score
55
DECENT

About This Game

The Rogue Prince of Persia is a 2D side-scrolling roguelite platformer where players control the Prince, engaging in acrobatic combat and parkour through procedurally generated levels. The goal is to save Persia from a Hun invasion wielding dark magic, with each death offering a chance to restart, improve, and unlock permanent upgrades and new abilities.

Score Breakdown

Positive Aspects

Educational Value
4/5
Creativity
1/5
Pro-Social
0/5

Risk Factors

Addictive Monetization
2/5
Time Pressure / FOMO
0/5
Social Risk
0/5
Content Intensity
2/5

Negatives

  • •Creative opportunities are very limited, with customization mostly restricted to unlocking skins.
  • •There are no social or cooperative features, making it unsuitable for players seeking multiplayer interaction.
  • •The content includes fantasy violence with stylized blood and mild language, which may not be appropriate for younger children.

Positives

  • •Players learn from each run, adapting strategies and mastering complex combat and parkour.
  • •The roguelite structure encourages iterative learning and problem-solving through repeated attempts.
  • •There are no in-game purchases for real money, ensuring a complete experience after a single purchase.
  • •The game is single-player with no online interaction, providing a focused, offline experience.
  • •The emphasis is on skill development and exploration, without aggressive time-based pressure.

Gameplay Videos

The Rogue Prince of Persia - Launch Trailer | PS5 games

PlayStation

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Official Ratings

T
ESRB

Age Recommendations

ℹ️Ages 3-5
Not suitable for this age group.
ℹ️Ages 6-8
Not suitable for this age group.
ℹ️Ages 9-12
Suitable with parental supervision due to fantasy violence and mild language.
ℹ️Ages 13-15
Recommended for this age group.
ℹ️Ages 16-18
Recommended for this age group.

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