DiDoFRGT10
11-27-2008, 05:18 AM
I was thinking it would be a good idea to have all the reviews of PoP (the ones that are out and the upcoming ones will be added) in one topic and discuss them, so here they are:
(Note: This thread is for official reviews, not players reviews. To write your own review, please use this thread (http://forums.ubi.com/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/861108132/m/1451041117))
GamePro: 5 / 5 (http://www.gamepro.com/article/reviews/208064/prince-of-persia-360/)
A much-needed and welcome reboot for the series, Prince of Persia integrates wonderfully fun acrobatics with often-tricky swordplay, presented in a beautiful new, cel-shaded art style; it's an excellent debut for the franchise on the PS3 and Xbox 360.
Cheat Code Central: 4.8 / 5 (http://www.cheatcc.com/xbox360/rev/princeofpersiareview2.html)
The only trouble may come when they want you to pass the controller! Do yourself a favor and give this game a try. The only way you wouldn't like it is if you don't like platforming, and if you're reading this, that's not the case, right?
GameSpy: 4.5 / 5 (http://xbox360.gamespy.com/xbox-360/prince-of-persia-next-gen/935077p1.html)
With all of these ingredients -- both new and familiar -- mixed together, Prince of Persia is undoubtedly one of the year's finest games.
Game Shark: A- (http://www.gameshark.com/reviews/3161/Prince-of-Persia-Review.htm)
It's not that the game is shockingly simple, but rather that it eschews what the franchise is known for: breath-taking acrobatics sprinkled with moments of gamepad flinging frustration. It keeps the thrilling twists, jumps, and wall-runs, but the frustration level is about as low as gaming gets.
PSOM US: 4.5 / 5 (from promotional web banners)
GCHD: 3.5 / 4 (http://gamecinemahd.com/article/2008/12/01/prince_of_persia_review)
With an exceptional art style, sweeping epic score, and lovable characters, Prince of Persia manages to embrace its new look with extraordinary grace. The action performs just as admirably, and even though the difficulty curve has been decreased, the overall enjoyment factor has definitely been increased. Make no mistake about it, titles like this don't surface very often, and is one that both longtime fans and newcomers will undoubtedly find exhilarating from start to finish. Truly epic.
IGN UK: 9.4 / 10 (http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/934/934135p2.html)
Ubisoft has delivered an incredibly polished, tremendously enjoyable and utterly lovable experience here. It takes all the best elements of previous franchise entries then expands and refines them to create an absolutely unforgettable adventure. It's magical in every sense of the word and, after all those years in the wilderness, it's good to have the old Prince back.
IGN US: 9.3 / 10 (http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/934/934014p1.html)
As pretty as the world of Prince might be when covered in corruption, it's absolutely magical when healed. There are moments when I felt like I was running through a watercolor painting. The four areas of Prince are wholly unique in look and each manages to find the perfect balance between fantasy and reality. If you don't take some time out of your quest to stand on a plateau to admire the vista, you're missing out on POP's greatest gift.
Team Xbox: 9.1 / 10 (http://reviews.teamxbox.com/xbox-360/1637/Prince-of-Persia/p1/)
Prince of Persia is a gorgeous piece of work that may just pull more people into gaming by being as fun and easy as it is beautiful.
Video Gamer: 9 / 10 (http://www.videogamer.com/xbox360/prince_of_persia/review.html)
Ever since Ubisoft revealed its reboot of the Prince of Persia franchise there have been whispers of "game of the year", and it's to Ubisoft's credit that it has delivered a game that absolutely delivers on its promise, trumping Assassin's Creed in every way.
GamePlayer AU: 9 / 10 (http://www.gameplayer.com.au/gp_documents/081201PrinceofPersia.aspx?Page=3)
And when you couple these solid fundamentals with the ways in which Ubisoft have gone above and beyond to push the series forward, then you have a title that is AAA is almost every way possible. Just as you probably loved the previous Prince of Persia games, you'll be sure to love this new revamped version. Rest assured, Prince of Persia is every bit the game you wanted � it is the game you were promised and a whole lot more.
3D Juegos: 9 / 10 (http://translate.google.com/translate?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.3djuegos.com%2Fjuegos %2Fanalisis%2F3772%2F0%2Fprince-of-persia%2F&hl=en&ie=UTF-8&sl=auto&tl=en)
Prince of Persia is an odyssey that manages to transmit the undeniable magic of its proposal. Ubisoft achieves the best adventure game of the year.
Yahoo Games: 4 / 5 (http://videogames.yahoo.com/events/prince-of-persia/prince-of-persia-review/1270288)
while you might get used to seeing the same sights, you'll never get used to seeing Prince of Persia's gorgeous graphics in action.
Game Daily: 9 / 10 (http://www.gamedaily.com/games/prince-of-persia/xbox-360/game-reviews/review/7225/2214/)
The adventure ends sooner than expected, but it's worth every breathtaking moment. This is one of 2008's best.
1UP.com: B+ (http://www.1up.com/do/reviewPage?cId=3171581)
Prince of Persia delivers well-crafted gameplay that borrows elements from its predecessors (and plenty of other titles) but makes great strides in developing a new identity for a series -- and a character that isn't as completely annoying as you might think from the first few lines of dialogue -- that seemingly lost its focus over the past few years. Of course, some issues here and there disrupt its goal in surpassing The Sands of Time, but it's an incredibly enjoyable journey nonetheless.
Power Unlimited: 89 / 100
Prince of Persia shall instantly enchant each player with refreshing beautiful pictures and game-play which flows as a Mountain Creek in the spring.
Gaming Heaven: 89 / 100 (http://www.gamingheaven.net/gamingreviews.php?reviewid=671)
Prince of Persia is a fun and entertaining title which breaks with tradition and earns some kudos in doing so. At heart it is a very simple game which looks wonderful and plays just as well.
Game Informer: 8.75 / 10 (http://gameinformer.com/Games/Review/200901/R08.1202.1337.44861.htm)
it can claim one thing for sure: It's unlike any other game you'll play this year.
Game Trailers: 8.7 / 10 (http://www.gametrailers.com/player/43263.html)
If you're in the mood to put your competitive side on hold and go along for a great ride, this is it.
IGN AU: 8.7 / 10 (http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/935/935052p1.html)
Prince of Persia is arguably the best classic adventure game of 2008
Game Revolution: B (http://www.gamerevolution.com/review/xbox360/prince_persia_ng)
Prince of Persia is a fun romp through a desert temple. The parkour-heavy gameplay looks impressive and is satisfying without being too frustrating. So head on over to your local store and pick up a copy of Princess Elika and That Nameless Drifter Guy Looking For His Donkey.
Kikizo: 8.5 / 10 (http://games.kikizo.com/reviews/xbox360/prince-of-persia-p1.asp)
These qualms don't make Prince of Persia anything less than the best action adventure title we're likely to encounter this month.
Gamers Hell: 8.5 / 10 (http://www.gamershell.com/ps3/prince_of_persia_prodigy/review.html)
The ability to mask linear, scripted gameplay with addicting platforming is evidence of the game's brilliance...and damned if it isn't one of the most beautiful games to-date.
GameSpot: 8 / 10 (http://www.gamespot.com/xbox360/action/princeofpersiaworkingtitle/review.html?om_act=convert&om_clk=gssummary&tag=summary;read-review)
this game is so enjoyable and delightful that you may want to return to it as you would return to a favorite fantasy novel or film.
OXM UK: 8 / 10 (http://www.oxm.co.uk/article.php?id=7143)
The look, the feel of the game, is one that turns back time and makes what was once the waning memory of an ailing genre fresh once more
PSOM UK: 8 / 10
So what you're getting is a Persia with better acrobatics than ever, set upon a stage which is as grand and impressive as Assassin's Creed but way more interactive.
Kotaku: Love 6 / Hate 2 (http://kotaku.com/5100682/prince-of-persia-review-like-sands-through-the-hourglass)
While I could have done with a bit more fighting and a slightly grittier voice actor to play the titular role, Prince of Persia still manages to be one of the most entertaining game experiences I've had all year.
Wired: 7 / 10 (http://blog.wired.com/games/2008/12/review-conseque.html)
I genuinely liked the performances of the main characters, especially the Prince's lovable-******* charm and gift for occasionally expressing exactly what I was thinking. And the music was beautiful. And the presentation is finely polished.
A Random Gamer: 6.8 / 10 (http://arandomgamer.com/2009/01/review-prince-of-persia/)
Each iteration in the Prince of Persia franchise has produced innovative technologies that have forever changed the way videogames are designed.
G4TV: 3 / 5 (http://www.g4tv.com/xplay/reviews/1890/Prince_of_Persia_Review.html)
The art direction in Prince of Persia offers moments of awe that continue throughout the game and are made all the more amazing by being seamlessly interconnected in a single game world devoid of load times. This technical achievement stands apart from the game as something worthy of great praise.
The Escapist - Zero Punctuation: (http://www.escapistmagazine.com/videos/view/zero-punctuation/482-Prince-of-Persia)
Prince of Persia is definitely worth a look at least, but don't look too hard or you'll see the stitches.
(Note: This thread is for official reviews, not players reviews. To write your own review, please use this thread (http://forums.ubi.com/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/861108132/m/1451041117))
GamePro: 5 / 5 (http://www.gamepro.com/article/reviews/208064/prince-of-persia-360/)
A much-needed and welcome reboot for the series, Prince of Persia integrates wonderfully fun acrobatics with often-tricky swordplay, presented in a beautiful new, cel-shaded art style; it's an excellent debut for the franchise on the PS3 and Xbox 360.
Cheat Code Central: 4.8 / 5 (http://www.cheatcc.com/xbox360/rev/princeofpersiareview2.html)
The only trouble may come when they want you to pass the controller! Do yourself a favor and give this game a try. The only way you wouldn't like it is if you don't like platforming, and if you're reading this, that's not the case, right?
GameSpy: 4.5 / 5 (http://xbox360.gamespy.com/xbox-360/prince-of-persia-next-gen/935077p1.html)
With all of these ingredients -- both new and familiar -- mixed together, Prince of Persia is undoubtedly one of the year's finest games.
Game Shark: A- (http://www.gameshark.com/reviews/3161/Prince-of-Persia-Review.htm)
It's not that the game is shockingly simple, but rather that it eschews what the franchise is known for: breath-taking acrobatics sprinkled with moments of gamepad flinging frustration. It keeps the thrilling twists, jumps, and wall-runs, but the frustration level is about as low as gaming gets.
PSOM US: 4.5 / 5 (from promotional web banners)
GCHD: 3.5 / 4 (http://gamecinemahd.com/article/2008/12/01/prince_of_persia_review)
With an exceptional art style, sweeping epic score, and lovable characters, Prince of Persia manages to embrace its new look with extraordinary grace. The action performs just as admirably, and even though the difficulty curve has been decreased, the overall enjoyment factor has definitely been increased. Make no mistake about it, titles like this don't surface very often, and is one that both longtime fans and newcomers will undoubtedly find exhilarating from start to finish. Truly epic.
IGN UK: 9.4 / 10 (http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/934/934135p2.html)
Ubisoft has delivered an incredibly polished, tremendously enjoyable and utterly lovable experience here. It takes all the best elements of previous franchise entries then expands and refines them to create an absolutely unforgettable adventure. It's magical in every sense of the word and, after all those years in the wilderness, it's good to have the old Prince back.
IGN US: 9.3 / 10 (http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/934/934014p1.html)
As pretty as the world of Prince might be when covered in corruption, it's absolutely magical when healed. There are moments when I felt like I was running through a watercolor painting. The four areas of Prince are wholly unique in look and each manages to find the perfect balance between fantasy and reality. If you don't take some time out of your quest to stand on a plateau to admire the vista, you're missing out on POP's greatest gift.
Team Xbox: 9.1 / 10 (http://reviews.teamxbox.com/xbox-360/1637/Prince-of-Persia/p1/)
Prince of Persia is a gorgeous piece of work that may just pull more people into gaming by being as fun and easy as it is beautiful.
Video Gamer: 9 / 10 (http://www.videogamer.com/xbox360/prince_of_persia/review.html)
Ever since Ubisoft revealed its reboot of the Prince of Persia franchise there have been whispers of "game of the year", and it's to Ubisoft's credit that it has delivered a game that absolutely delivers on its promise, trumping Assassin's Creed in every way.
GamePlayer AU: 9 / 10 (http://www.gameplayer.com.au/gp_documents/081201PrinceofPersia.aspx?Page=3)
And when you couple these solid fundamentals with the ways in which Ubisoft have gone above and beyond to push the series forward, then you have a title that is AAA is almost every way possible. Just as you probably loved the previous Prince of Persia games, you'll be sure to love this new revamped version. Rest assured, Prince of Persia is every bit the game you wanted � it is the game you were promised and a whole lot more.
3D Juegos: 9 / 10 (http://translate.google.com/translate?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.3djuegos.com%2Fjuegos %2Fanalisis%2F3772%2F0%2Fprince-of-persia%2F&hl=en&ie=UTF-8&sl=auto&tl=en)
Prince of Persia is an odyssey that manages to transmit the undeniable magic of its proposal. Ubisoft achieves the best adventure game of the year.
Yahoo Games: 4 / 5 (http://videogames.yahoo.com/events/prince-of-persia/prince-of-persia-review/1270288)
while you might get used to seeing the same sights, you'll never get used to seeing Prince of Persia's gorgeous graphics in action.
Game Daily: 9 / 10 (http://www.gamedaily.com/games/prince-of-persia/xbox-360/game-reviews/review/7225/2214/)
The adventure ends sooner than expected, but it's worth every breathtaking moment. This is one of 2008's best.
1UP.com: B+ (http://www.1up.com/do/reviewPage?cId=3171581)
Prince of Persia delivers well-crafted gameplay that borrows elements from its predecessors (and plenty of other titles) but makes great strides in developing a new identity for a series -- and a character that isn't as completely annoying as you might think from the first few lines of dialogue -- that seemingly lost its focus over the past few years. Of course, some issues here and there disrupt its goal in surpassing The Sands of Time, but it's an incredibly enjoyable journey nonetheless.
Power Unlimited: 89 / 100
Prince of Persia shall instantly enchant each player with refreshing beautiful pictures and game-play which flows as a Mountain Creek in the spring.
Gaming Heaven: 89 / 100 (http://www.gamingheaven.net/gamingreviews.php?reviewid=671)
Prince of Persia is a fun and entertaining title which breaks with tradition and earns some kudos in doing so. At heart it is a very simple game which looks wonderful and plays just as well.
Game Informer: 8.75 / 10 (http://gameinformer.com/Games/Review/200901/R08.1202.1337.44861.htm)
it can claim one thing for sure: It's unlike any other game you'll play this year.
Game Trailers: 8.7 / 10 (http://www.gametrailers.com/player/43263.html)
If you're in the mood to put your competitive side on hold and go along for a great ride, this is it.
IGN AU: 8.7 / 10 (http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/935/935052p1.html)
Prince of Persia is arguably the best classic adventure game of 2008
Game Revolution: B (http://www.gamerevolution.com/review/xbox360/prince_persia_ng)
Prince of Persia is a fun romp through a desert temple. The parkour-heavy gameplay looks impressive and is satisfying without being too frustrating. So head on over to your local store and pick up a copy of Princess Elika and That Nameless Drifter Guy Looking For His Donkey.
Kikizo: 8.5 / 10 (http://games.kikizo.com/reviews/xbox360/prince-of-persia-p1.asp)
These qualms don't make Prince of Persia anything less than the best action adventure title we're likely to encounter this month.
Gamers Hell: 8.5 / 10 (http://www.gamershell.com/ps3/prince_of_persia_prodigy/review.html)
The ability to mask linear, scripted gameplay with addicting platforming is evidence of the game's brilliance...and damned if it isn't one of the most beautiful games to-date.
GameSpot: 8 / 10 (http://www.gamespot.com/xbox360/action/princeofpersiaworkingtitle/review.html?om_act=convert&om_clk=gssummary&tag=summary;read-review)
this game is so enjoyable and delightful that you may want to return to it as you would return to a favorite fantasy novel or film.
OXM UK: 8 / 10 (http://www.oxm.co.uk/article.php?id=7143)
The look, the feel of the game, is one that turns back time and makes what was once the waning memory of an ailing genre fresh once more
PSOM UK: 8 / 10
So what you're getting is a Persia with better acrobatics than ever, set upon a stage which is as grand and impressive as Assassin's Creed but way more interactive.
Kotaku: Love 6 / Hate 2 (http://kotaku.com/5100682/prince-of-persia-review-like-sands-through-the-hourglass)
While I could have done with a bit more fighting and a slightly grittier voice actor to play the titular role, Prince of Persia still manages to be one of the most entertaining game experiences I've had all year.
Wired: 7 / 10 (http://blog.wired.com/games/2008/12/review-conseque.html)
I genuinely liked the performances of the main characters, especially the Prince's lovable-******* charm and gift for occasionally expressing exactly what I was thinking. And the music was beautiful. And the presentation is finely polished.
A Random Gamer: 6.8 / 10 (http://arandomgamer.com/2009/01/review-prince-of-persia/)
Each iteration in the Prince of Persia franchise has produced innovative technologies that have forever changed the way videogames are designed.
G4TV: 3 / 5 (http://www.g4tv.com/xplay/reviews/1890/Prince_of_Persia_Review.html)
The art direction in Prince of Persia offers moments of awe that continue throughout the game and are made all the more amazing by being seamlessly interconnected in a single game world devoid of load times. This technical achievement stands apart from the game as something worthy of great praise.
The Escapist - Zero Punctuation: (http://www.escapistmagazine.com/videos/view/zero-punctuation/482-Prince-of-Persia)
Prince of Persia is definitely worth a look at least, but don't look too hard or you'll see the stitches.