Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Smashes 2 Million Players as Franchise Revival Gains Steam!

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Summary

  • Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown has a player base of 2 million, showcasing the potential for new projects and sequels.
  • The game represents a return to the 2D platformer roots of PoP with unique graphics and single-player experience.
  • The Prince of Persia series is undergoing a revival, with spin-offs, crossovers, and a remake of The Sands of Time slated for 2026.

The game titled “Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown” has amassed an impressive 2 million players globally. This side-scrolling game’s success seems to mark a new chapter for the series, as multiple new projects have been announced since its launch in January 2024.

This new game, introducing the character Sargon as the lead, is essentially a refreshed start for the well-known series. It brings back the Prince of Persia franchise to its original 2D platformer style, following a period where there were many 3D action-adventure games like The Two Thrones and The Forgotten Sands in the early 2000s. Despite being developed under a major AAA publisher, this latest installment stands out from other Ubisoft titles due to its distinctive 2.5D visual style and focus on a solo, offline gaming experience. Most recently, The Lost Crown has been adapted for iOS and Android devices, expanding the game’s fanbase.

According to a recent tweet from the official account of “Prince of Persia”, the game now boasts 2 million players. This number comes after it was previously reported that “The Lost Crown” sold over 1.3 million copies in its initial year on sale. In their triumphant post, creators Ubisoft Montpellier hinted at potential future projects featuring characters like Sargon or other Princes.

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Celebrates Large Playerbase

According to recent reports, the teaser for the Prince of Persia series isn’t just empty talk. The series has been experiencing a resurgence since the launch of The Lost Crown, giving fans plenty of reasons to look forward to what’s coming next. In 2024, Evil Empire’s roguelike spin-off, The Rogue Prince of Persia, entered early access and will receive updates throughout 2025. Moreover, the main character from the franchise has also appeared as a crossover skin in the multiplayer game For Honor, boosting the series’ overall presence even more.

A reimagined version of the popular game “Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time” is expected to be released in 2026. This release window was just revealed, but it comes after a five-year delay, so it might be wise to take it with a bit of skepticism. Still, since the character’s renewed popularity has brought more attention to this remake, there’s hope that the 2026 date could actually hold true this time.

Regarding The Last Crown, despite boasting a substantial seven-digit player count, it’s said that Ubisoft, a company grappling with sales targets on numerous recent releases, faced financial disappointment with this game. Consequently, the team responsible for its creation was dissolved. Remarkably, the game still manages to draw in new admirers. It’s evident that Ubisoft has grand ambitions for the Prince of Persia series, given the numerous projects underway.

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2025-04-30 23:54