'Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown' Mesmerizes with Gameplay, Falls Short on Narrative

Ubisoft's New Release Can be Played on Steam Deck Despite Not Being Available on Steam

Ubisoft's 'Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown' is a side-scrolling metroidvania game that has been well received for its gameplay, but its narrative has been criticized for failing to make players care about the characters and lore.
The game introduces players to Sargon, an ambitious Immortal who is celebrated as a hero after leading the Persians to victory over the invading Kushans, but the celebration is short-lived after his mentor kidnaps Prince Ghassan and takes him to Mount Qaf, the dilapidated home of the late King Darius.
As Sargon, players must unravel the mystery behind the kidnapping and the curious Mount Qaf disaster, acquiring new abilities that allow them to access previously off-limits areas and foster a sense of exploration.
'Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown' is not available on Steam, but it can be played on Steam Deck by purchasing the game through the Epic Games Store and installing the Heroic Games Launcher, or via Ubisoft Connect, Ubisoft's launcher, although the latter method is more complicated.
The game runs well on Steam Deck, providing a good experience for players who prefer handheld devices.