You stand at the edge of a crumbling palace, the air thick with ancient magic and imminent danger. A single misstep means a fall into oblivion, and a shadowy vizier has stolen the kingdom's future. This is the classic platforming adventure that defined a genre, now reborn for mobile. Experience the precise, heart-pounding acrobatics of the original Prince as he races against a one-hour deadline to save the princess and reclaim his throne.
Navigate through treacherous palace dungeons filled with spike pits, collapsing floors, and deadly blade traps. The game demands and rewards perfect timing with its iconic fluid animation system. Execute running jumps, careful shimmies along ledges, and silent drops to outmaneuver environmental hazards. Engage in tense, one-on-one sword duels with the vizier’s guards, where parrying, dodging, and finding an opening is key to survival. Your journey is structured across twelve distinct levels, each more perilous than the last, culminating in a final confrontation to decide the fate of Persia.
This faithful adaptation preserves the challenging, methodical gameplay of the original while introducing quality-of-life enhancements for touchscreens. Responsive, customizable touch controls give you the precision needed for pixel-perfect jumps. The classic 2D sprite-based visuals have been sharpened for modern displays, maintaining the atmospheric charm. A seamless save system allows you to progress at your own pace, conquering the palace’s many trials without losing your hard-won ground.
We suggest trying this cornerstone of gaming history to test your skill and nerve. Consider downloading to begin your race against the sands of time.
Internet required. IAP available.