Prince of Persia The Lost Crown release date, platforms, gameplay reveal, and more

Prince of Persia The Lost Crown has kickstarted the Summer Game Fest 2023 and is a surprising start to one of this year's most-awaited gaming events. This is amazing news for fans waiting for news on this long-dormant franchise from Ubisoft. Fans can rejoice as the fresh new take on the long-dormant Prince of Persia franchise will be coming in 2024.

The approximately 2-minute-long trailer shows glimpses of the gameplay from a side perspective which is known to the fans of the older Prince of Persia games. The art style is more vibrant, and the soundtrack is more upbeat which is a bit of a departure from the grim tone. Here is all the information that has been revealed about the title.

What is Prince of Persia The Lost Crown?

Prince of Persia The Lost Crown has been showcased at the Summer Game Fest and is set to be an action-adventure platforming title from a side-scrolling perspective. The tone and art style are quite different from the previous games in this beloved franchise.

The events in the game will unravel in a mythological version of Persia, and there is a mention of elements related to time and space, which implies that time manipulation will play a crucial role in the gameplay.

Players will step in the shoes of a character named Sargon, and his journey will begin as a novice in this mythological world, one will get to be a part of his journey from beginner to expert in combat and acrobatics.

Furthermore, Prince of Persia The Lost Crown is set to feature many puzzle-solving elements. Fans can unlock various abilities, one of which is called Time Powers.

When does Prince of Persia The Lost Crown come out?

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Prince of Persia The Lost Crown is set to release on January 18, 2024. It is amazing news for fans of the genre and this series. However, some may not admire the vibrant look of the game; it is shaping up to be a unique title on its own.

It will be released on all major platforms, including last-generation consoles like PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. Summer Game Fest has become one of the most anticipated gaming events, especially since the cancellation of E3. Apart from this game, you can look out for other exciting announcements like Mortal Kombat 1 gameplay, details on Alan Wake II, and many more.

Prince of Persia The Lost Crown platforms

Prince of Persia The Lost Crown is coming to both current-generation as well as previous-generation platforms. The game will be available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC, and the Nintendo Switch. The game is currently available on all platforms for pre-order, including exclusive pre-order bonuses.

Prince of Persia The Lost Crown editions and prices

Like most modern AAA releases, Prince of Persia The Lost Crown is offered in multiple editions. In the case of the upcoming Prince of Persia title, Ubisoft is giving players the choice of two different editions, a Standard Edition priced at $49.99 and a Deluxe Edition priced at $59.99. Here's a breakdown of all the different editions:

Standard Edition ($49.99)

Base game
Pre-order bonus

Deluxe Edition ($59.99)

Base game
Pre-order bonus
Digital adventure guide
Immortal character outfit
Prosperity Bird amulet
3 Day Early Access (with pre-order)

The pre-order bonus for the game includes access to the Warrior Within outfit for Sargon.

How to pre-order Prince of Persia The Lost Crown

The upcoming new Prince of Persia title is available for pre-order on all platforms. Here's how you can place your pre-orders for the game:

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For PlayStation 5/ PlayStation 4

Go to the PlayStation Store via your PlayStation's dashboard and search for the game (You can also use the PS App for mobile devices to pre-order games).
After landing on the game's store page, select your preferred edition and proceed to payment and checkout.
It should be noted that immediate payment is mandatory for pre-orders on the PlayStation Store.
Once you complete the checkout process, the game will be added to your PlayStation library, ready for you to pre-load.

For Xbox Series X|S/ Xbox One

Go to the Xbox Store on your Xbox console and search for the game.
After landing on the game's page, select your preferred edition and proceed to payment and checkout.
Once you complete the checkout process, the game will be added to your Xbox library.
You can pre-load games on Xbox roughly a week before the official release.

For Windows PC (Ubisoft Connect/ Epic Games Store)

Launch Ubisoft Connect or Epic Games Store client on your PC and search for the game on the dedicated store page.
After you get to the game's store page, select your preferred edition and proceed to checkout.
Once you complete the checkout process, the game will be added to your Ubisoft or Epic Games library.
Although both Epic Games and Ubisoft Connect allow pre-loading of games, the timings are variable and usually depend on the game's publishers.

Nintendo Switch

Go to Nintendo E-shop from the Switch's dashboard and head to the "Coming Soon" section.
Alternatively, you can search for the game using the search tab.
Once you land on the game's store page, choose your preferred edition and proceed to Payment and checkout.
Do note that immediate payment is necessary for pre-orders on the Nintendo eShop.
Once you complete the payment process, the game will be added to your Nintendo account and will be ready to pre-load before its official release.

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While pre-ordering isn't necessary to enjoy the game to its fullest, doing so does entitle you to get access to the game 3 days early if you pre-purchase the Deluxe Edition.