Anyone play the new Prince of Persia? - Tilted Forum Project Discussion Community

Hercules · 12-01-2003, 10:12 PM

Hey I've been checking around some sites, and the new Prince of Persia "Sands of Time," seems to be getting great reviews.

I think its just for Xbox, PS2, and PC

It looks damn cool, and what I see from some sites, it IS damn cool.
So anyone play it?
If you have, what system was it on?
What PC specs? etc...

If you want some info on it, heres the site:

---> http://www.prince-of-persia.com/uk_html/news.php

If you want to check out some reviews:

--->IGN Review - 9.6 - (XBOX)
--->IGN Review - 9.6 - (PS2)

If you dont like IGN for reviews, check your favorite gaming site, because I can't think of any others (gamespot has annoying ads) at the moment.

And can't seem to find a PC review, but I swear I saw one the other day...

omega2K4 · 12-01-2003, 10:45 PM

I've played the game, and it didn't impress me at all. The gameplay gets very repetitive. It doesn't feel anything like the wonderful original. It feels like a mix of Shinobi (PlayStation2), Blinx (Xbox, ONLY resembles it for the time control shit), and Tomb Raider (PlayStation, PC). I wouldn't buy it, I heard it is pretty short, I might rent it though.

Laladien · 12-01-2003, 11:47 PM

I loved it. It's easily one of my favorite games of all time...

Distraction · 12-02-2003, 12:04 AM

Played it on the PS2 and it's a great game, controls are nice.

The only problem is that I suck at jumping in almost any game, really really suck at jumping. The first time you have to do multiple wall jumps to reach the dagger took me around 30 minutes to do. Yeah, that bad.

Laladien · 12-02-2003, 12:06 AM

Yeah, some of the multiple wall jumps are a byotch... but overall, the game is exceptionally fun.

cradeg · 12-02-2003, 09:38 AM

as it seems the xbox version has the most content

pop 1 / pop 2 / pop 3d as additional content .. but i am not sure

Peryn · 12-02-2003, 10:05 AM

I played it for a short while a couple months ago at the big ComicCon here before it came out. They had some problems with the camera angles...but worked that out. Even with those i thought it was a fun game. A definate difference from the original yellow/black version ( we had a yellow/black monitor before we got green/black.) Was a fun game, and i reccomend at least renting it to give it a try.

Mr.Deflok · 12-02-2003, 01:34 PM

It's superb, go out and buy it now, I've got it on PC and absolutely adore it. It has become one of my favourite games of all time too, though I have yet to finish it.

Fremen · 12-02-2003, 02:33 PM

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Originally posted by Hercules
I think its just for Xbox, PS2, and PC

It's out for GameCube, as well.

http://gamecube.gamezone.com/gamesell/p21701.htm

Evil Milkman · 12-02-2003, 03:08 PM

Prince of Persia. I remember that game from way back when! It was kind of original, but I quit playing it after a while.

As for PoP II, I may see about getting it for Christmas. It's either that, or maybe Rainbow 6 III.

Prophecy · 12-02-2003, 03:18 PM

um.. actually this is the fourth Prince of Persia title, at least I think it is. The 2nd is a side scroller like the first one.

Lokus · 12-02-2003, 04:54 PM

I love it. Sometimes some of the stuff the prince does make you sit back and think "Wow that was pretty damn cool." Plus the puzzles and just getting through a room requires you to think and analyze each room. It can get a bit hard at times but keep at it and you'll get through it.

CyN1caL · 12-02-2003, 08:46 PM

I didn't like the fighting system too much (fighting enimies for 10 minutes gets really boring.) I only got stuck about 2 times, but the platforming was excellent fun, and much enjoyable to figure out (until the last couple levels, you'll see why

)

A pretty good game, though very linear. It pretty much has the charm of a 2d game, but is built as and feels like a 3d game. The best part of course, is the ability to control time. Being able to rewind after missing a jump is just so perfect and awesome and kills SO much possible fustration (which is something MANY platformers need).

So, a good game, could of used a bit more time under development to make it perfect, but still very fun.

Flesh · 12-02-2003, 08:58 PM

don't get it if you have a GF2 (any) or a GF MX (any). won't work period.

Evil Milkman · 12-02-2003, 09:39 PM

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Originally posted by Prophecy
um.. actually this is the fourth Prince of Persia title, at least I think it is. The 2nd is a side scroller like the first one.

Oh... You learn something new everyday.

Quote:

Originally posted by Flesh
don't get it if you have a GF2 (any) or a GF MX (any). won't work period.

Seriously? That blows, I have a GF2.

Why does it have a problem with that card?

Mr.Deflok · 12-03-2003, 12:55 AM

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Originally posted by Evil Milkman
Seriously? That blows, I have a GF2. Why does it have a problem with that card?

The simplest way of putting it (also the harshest) is that those cards are arse. You'll be surprised how cheap a decent video card is now. PoP uses a lot of amazing graphical features that those old cards would have a stroke trying to perform.

Hercules · 12-03-2003, 09:13 AM

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PC REQUIREMENTS

Operating System : Windows® 98 SE / ME / 2000 / XP
Processor : Pentium® III 800 MHz or faster / AMD Athlon 800 MHz or faster
Memory :128 MB RAM or greater recommended
Video Card : GeForce III or higher (Excluding GeForce IV MX.)
DirectX 9.0a (included on CD)
Drive Space: 1.5 GB minimum hard drive space.
CD-ROM: 16X or better.
Peripherals: Windows compatible mouse (with wheel) / keyboard required
Additional Supported Peripherals: Thrustmaster Firestorm Dual Analog 3 Gamepad

Evil Milkman · 12-03-2003, 11:18 AM

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Originally posted by Mr.Deflok
The simplest way of putting it (also the harshest) is that those cards are arse. You'll be surprised how cheap a decent video card is now. PoP uses a lot of amazing graphical features that those old cards would have a stroke trying to perform.

Gotcha. Maybe I'll go get a better card this week. Thanks!

Amarth · 12-03-2003, 12:16 PM

Everyone should go out and buy that game for gamecube right NOW! It rocks the hiziyeouse.

GarthInPittsburgh · 12-03-2003, 12:27 PM

I've found that its a bit laggy at times for the PS2... but maybe that's just me.

Lokus · 12-03-2003, 01:36 PM

The X-Box version has the most content with both the original Prince of Persia and Prince of Persia 2. I *think* it may also have some other stuff but no one has found it yet.

Laladien · 12-03-2003, 06:21 PM

Supposedly it also has a 3D version of an original board from Prince of Persia one hidden in it... not sure where, though.

SiphonX · 12-03-2003, 06:33 PM

yes, PoP: Sands of Time is one of the best games i've played this year. go and get it asap.

essendoubleop · 12-04-2003, 08:27 PM

I can't stand platforming games. If this one was suppose to be the best ever, than that's it with that genre.

Prophecy · 12-04-2003, 08:46 PM

actually the best action platformer ever is supposed to be the new Ninja Gaiden slated to release for Xbox next year. It also includes the orignal Ninja Gaiden NES games.

However, I do enjoy this new PoP game. Currently I'm stuck on one of the puzzles, I can't seem to make back to one the door in time before the switch resets

Esoteric · 12-04-2003, 09:49 PM

I haven't yet, but I plan on getting it. The game looks great and I've heard good things about it.

^dude · 12-05-2003, 09:19 AM

Not played the new one yet, but the original is one of my all time favourite games.

happymaan · 12-06-2003, 02:38 PM

I have the PC version and I really love it. It's hard to get used to thinking that you can run on the walls and everything to solve the puzzels. It takes a while to know what the character is capible of doing really.

Really fun game once you get a hang of it. I bought a logitech wingman joystick to go with the game and it really helps.

Harshaw · 12-08-2003, 08:03 AM

I think the best part of this game is all the cool stuff you can do with very little effort. All my roommates watched me play for about 45 minutes last night. Several times there was cheering and clapping. This is probably the best game I have ever played.

hulk · 12-09-2003, 07:21 AM

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Originally posted by Prophecy
actually the best action platformer ever is supposed to be the new Ninja Gaiden slated to release for Xbox next year. It also includes the orignal Ninja Gaiden NES games.

Well, for something to be the 'best action platformer ever' it has to be released, yes? =D The Ninja Gaiden games weren't that crash hot, either =). And if you like included NES games, buy Animal Crossing =)

Back OT, I'm nabbing this one for Christmas. Does it have much replay value in it? I've been told that's it's too linear to go through again.

CyCo PL · 12-09-2003, 07:23 AM

Prince of Persia is great, probably the best game of it's genre released in a long, long, long time.

Mikado · 12-09-2003, 09:18 AM

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Originally posted by hulk
Back OT, I'm nabbing this one for Christmas. Does it have much replay value in it? I've been told that's it's too linear to go through again.

I wouldn't think there's much replay value. Once you figure out how to hop around the levels and get where you need to go, there won't be much interest in doing them again. I'd say probably the biggest arguement for replay value is that the moves you can pull off are just so darn cool, you'll want to do them again and again.

I thouroughly enjoyed Price of Persia. It had fantastic gameplay values, tight controls, and an amazing presentation. I really had a blast using different combinations of wall runs, ledge grabs, bar swings, wall jumps, etc to get around the levels and fight off the bad guys. It's definitely a game that should be on your holiday wish list.

nothingx · 12-09-2003, 04:28 PM

I'm not much for the Egyptian/aladan theme, but I like it. The graphics are good and streamlined. Lots of detail without going overboard and slowing you down. The controls are easy to learn, challenging to master. Oh, and you actually need to think to be able to play well. It's my book, its pretty good.

12-01-2003, 10:12 PM	#1 (permalink)
Hercules Insane Location: TX	Anyone play the new Prince of Persia? Hey I've been checking around some sites, and the new Prince of Persia "Sands of Time," seems to be getting great reviews. I think its just for Xbox, PS2, and PC It looks damn cool, and what I see from some sites, it IS damn cool. So anyone play it? If you have, what system was it on? What PC specs? etc... If you want some info on it, heres the site: ---> http://www.prince-of-persia.com/uk_html/news.php If you want to check out some reviews: --->IGN Review - 9.6 - (XBOX) --->IGN Review - 9.6 - (PS2) If you dont like IGN for reviews, check your favorite gaming site, because I can't think of any others (gamespot has annoying ads) at the moment. And can't seem to find a PC review, but I swear I saw one the other day...

12-01-2003, 10:45 PM	#2 (permalink)
omega2K4 Natalie Portman is sexy. Location: The Outer Rim	I've played the game, and it didn't impress me at all. The gameplay gets very repetitive. It doesn't feel anything like the wonderful original. It feels like a mix of Shinobi (PlayStation2), Blinx (Xbox, ONLY resembles it for the time control shit), and Tomb Raider (PlayStation, PC). I wouldn't buy it, I heard it is pretty short, I might rent it though. __________________ "While the State exists there can be no freedom. When there is freedom there will be no State." - Vladimir Ilyich Lenin "Reason has always existed, but not always in a reasonable form."- Karl Marx

12-01-2003, 11:47 PM	#3 (permalink)
Laladien Tilted Location: WI	I loved it. It's easily one of my favorite games of all time... __________________ http://www.deeko.com/images/articles/LOTRBANNER.jpg

12-02-2003, 12:06 AM	#5 (permalink)
Laladien Tilted Location: WI	Yeah, some of the multiple wall jumps are a byotch... but overall, the game is exceptionally fun. __________________ http://www.deeko.com/images/articles/LOTRBANNER.jpg

12-02-2003, 09:38 AM	#6 (permalink)
cradeg Insane Location: Austria	as it seems the xbox version has the most content pop 1 / pop 2 / pop 3d as additional content .. but i am not sure __________________ *************************** For every human problem, there is a neat, simple solution; and it is always wrong. ****************************

12-02-2003, 12:04 AM	#4 (permalink)
Distraction Tilted Location: Florida	Played it on the PS2 and it's a great game, controls are nice. The only problem is that I suck at jumping in almost any game, really really suck at jumping. The first time you have to do multiple wall jumps to reach the dagger took me around 30 minutes to do. Yeah, that bad.

12-02-2003, 10:05 AM	#7 (permalink)
Peryn Junkie Location: San Diego, CA.	I played it for a short while a couple months ago at the big ComicCon here before it came out. They had some problems with the camera angles...but worked that out. Even with those i thought it was a fun game. A definate difference from the original yellow/black version ( we had a yellow/black monitor before we got green/black.) Was a fun game, and i reccomend at least renting it to give it a try. __________________ Dont cry kid, It's not your fault you suck.

12-02-2003, 01:34 PM	#8 (permalink)
Mr.Deflok Blood + Fire Location: New Zealand	It's superb, go out and buy it now, I've got it on PC and absolutely adore it. It has become one of my favourite games of all time too, though I have yet to finish it.

12-02-2003, 03:08 PM	#10 (permalink)
Evil Milkman Addict Location: Illinois	Prince of Persia. I remember that game from way back when! It was kind of original, but I quit playing it after a while. As for PoP II, I may see about getting it for Christmas. It's either that, or maybe Rainbow 6 III.

12-02-2003, 03:18 PM	#11 (permalink)
Prophecy Oracle & Apollyon Location: Limbus Patrum	um.. actually this is the fourth Prince of Persia title, at least I think it is. The 2nd is a side scroller like the first one. __________________ La Disciplina È La Mia Spada, La Fede È Il Mio Schermo, Non salti Ciecamente In Incertezza, E Potete Raccogliere Le Ricompense.

12-02-2003, 04:54 PM	#12 (permalink)
Lokus I can't think of a good title Location: East Bay Area, CA	I love it. Sometimes some of the stuff the prince does make you sit back and think "Wow that was pretty damn cool." Plus the puzzles and just getting through a room requires you to think and analyze each room. It can get a bit hard at times but keep at it and you'll get through it. __________________ The black wind howls...

12-02-2003, 08:46 PM	#13 (permalink)
CyN1caL Crazy	I didn't like the fighting system too much (fighting enimies for 10 minutes gets really boring.) I only got stuck about 2 times, but the platforming was excellent fun, and much enjoyable to figure out (until the last couple levels, you'll see why ) A pretty good game, though very linear. It pretty much has the charm of a 2d game, but is built as and feels like a 3d game. The best part of course, is the ability to control time. Being able to rewind after missing a jump is just so perfect and awesome and kills SO much possible fustration (which is something MANY platformers need). So, a good game, could of used a bit more time under development to make it perfect, but still very fun.

12-02-2003, 08:58 PM	#14 (permalink)
Flesh Psycho	don't get it if you have a GF2 (any) or a GF MX (any). won't work period.

12-03-2003, 12:16 PM	#19 (permalink)
Amarth Loser Location: About 50,000 feet in the air... oh shit.	Everyone should go out and buy that game for gamecube right NOW! It rocks the hiziyeouse.

12-03-2003, 12:27 PM	#20 (permalink)
GarthInPittsburgh Crazy	I've found that its a bit laggy at times for the PS2... but maybe that's just me. __________________ i was going to call 911, but I was downloading a file

12-03-2003, 01:36 PM	#21 (permalink)
Lokus I can't think of a good title Location: East Bay Area, CA	The X-Box version has the most content with both the original Prince of Persia and Prince of Persia 2. I think it may also have some other stuff but no one has found it yet. __________________ The black wind howls...

12-03-2003, 06:21 PM	#22 (permalink)
Laladien Tilted Location: WI	Supposedly it also has a 3D version of an original board from Prince of Persia one hidden in it... not sure where, though. __________________ http://www.deeko.com/images/articles/LOTRBANNER.jpg

12-03-2003, 06:33 PM	#23 (permalink)
SiphonX Crazy Location: Miami Beach, Fl	yes, PoP: Sands of Time is one of the best games i've played this year. go and get it asap. __________________ /Knowledge is Power/

12-04-2003, 08:27 PM	#24 (permalink)
essendoubleop Psycho	I can't stand platforming games. If this one was suppose to be the best ever, than that's it with that genre.

12-04-2003, 08:46 PM	#25 (permalink)
Prophecy Oracle & Apollyon Location: Limbus Patrum	actually the best action platformer ever is supposed to be the new Ninja Gaiden slated to release for Xbox next year. It also includes the orignal Ninja Gaiden NES games. However, I do enjoy this new PoP game. Currently I'm stuck on one of the puzzles, I can't seem to make back to one the door in time before the switch resets __________________ La Disciplina È La Mia Spada, La Fede È Il Mio Schermo, Non salti Ciecamente In Incertezza, E Potete Raccogliere Le Ricompense.

12-04-2003, 09:49 PM	#26 (permalink)
Esoteric Tired Location: Florida	I haven't yet, but I plan on getting it. The game looks great and I've heard good things about it. __________________ From a head full of pressure rests the senses that I clutch Made a date with Divinity, but she wouldn't let me fuck I got touched by a hazy shaded, God help me change Caught a rush on the floor from the life in my veins

12-05-2003, 09:19 AM	#27 (permalink)
^dude Insane	Not played the new one yet, but the original is one of my all time favourite games.

12-06-2003, 02:38 PM	#28 (permalink)
happymaan Insane Location: los angeles	I have the PC version and I really love it. It's hard to get used to thinking that you can run on the walls and everything to solve the puzzels. It takes a while to know what the character is capible of doing really. Really fun game once you get a hang of it. I bought a logitech wingman joystick to go with the game and it really helps.

12-08-2003, 08:03 AM	#29 (permalink)
Harshaw Is mad at you. Location: Bored in Sacramento	I think the best part of this game is all the cool stuff you can do with very little effort. All my roommates watched me play for about 45 minutes last night. Several times there was cheering and clapping. This is probably the best game I have ever played. __________________ This too shall pass.

12-09-2003, 07:23 AM	#31 (permalink)
CyCo PL Addict Location: Tulsa, OK	Prince of Persia is great, probably the best game of it's genre released in a long, long, long time.

12-09-2003, 04:28 PM	#33 (permalink)
nothingx undead Location: nihilistic freedom	I'm not much for the Egyptian/aladan theme, but I like it. The graphics are good and streamlined. Lots of detail without going overboard and slowing you down. The controls are easy to learn, challenging to master. Oh, and you actually need to think to be able to play well. It's my book, its pretty good.