Overview of the Upcoming Mobile Release
- Ubisoft is set to launch Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown on mobile devices, featuring a range of gameplay customization options for an enhanced experience.
- The mobile adaptation will offer customizable touch controls, automatic options, a steady 60 FPS, and support for game controllers.
- This 2D Metroidvania title’s art style and mechanics are particularly compatible with mobile platforms.
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, a dynamic 2D action platformer, first graced consoles and PCs in January 2024, garnering critical acclaim with Metacritic scores between 84 and 88, and winning the prestigious Innovation in Accessibility accolade at this year’s Game Awards. Following this success, Ubisoft is now focusing on making this title accessible to mobile users.
In recent years, major game publishers have increasingly aimed to extend their reach within the mobile gaming market. Notably, Capcom has played a significant role in the transition of AAA titles from console to mobile, successfully launching games like the remastered versions of Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil 4, along with Resident Evil 7: Biohazard and Resident Evil Village on iOS and Android. Ubisoft’s venture into mobile gaming, while not as extensive, includes the smaller Assassin’s Creed Mirage, which was adapted for mobile last summer.
Release Date for Mobile Platforms: April 14
With just a short wait ahead, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is set to make its debut on iOS and Android on April 14, bringing with it a range of innovative features tailored for mobile users. Players will enjoy fully customizable touch controls, allowing adjustments right down to the opacity of button icons. The port will also include options for automatic wall grabs and extended dashes, ensuring an efficient gaming experience. Impressively, the game will maintain a smooth 60 FPS and provide controller compatibility.
Three distinct control schemes will be available for players: the authentic PC and console configuration, a mobile-centric layout, and a casual mode equipped with helpful features like auto potions, auto parries, and auto attacks. Notably, these settings are not fixed and can be personalized further to fit individual preferences.
The decision to bring Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown to mobile platforms aligns well with its artistic design, which requires minimal graphical resources. Moreover, its engaging 2D action platforming mechanics translate effectively to smaller screens. Looking ahead, there’s speculation about whether other titles from the franchise, like The Rogue Prince of Persia developed by the creators of Dead Cells, will find a home on mobile, although the future of the franchise itself remains uncertain. The Sands of Time remake has faced development hurdles, and the team behind The Lost Crown at Ubisoft Montpellier has disbanded despite the game’s successful reception.