Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Appears Briefly on Xbox Game Pass

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Appears Briefly on Xbox Game Pass, Hints at Future Inclusion

PC gamers recently noticed that Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown made a brief, unannounced appearance in the Game Pass catalog. While attempts to install the game resulted in an error and the title was swiftly removed from the service, this incident suggests that the acclaimed metroidvania might be heading to Game Pass in the near future.

Released in January 2024, The Lost Crown follows Sargon, a member of an elite Persian warrior group called the Immortals, as he embarks on a quest to rescue the kidnapped Prince Ghassan. His journey takes him to the cursed Mount Qaf, a place where time bends and ancient evils lurk.

A Modern Metroidvania Experience

Sargon's adventure is a classic metroidvania, expertly blending three core gameplay pillars: intense combat, expansive world exploration, and challenging platforming. Developed by Ubisoft Montpellier, the game enhances familiar genre mechanics with quality-of-life features that improve the player experience. These include the ability to attach screenshots to map markers, making it easier to remember hidden secrets or challenging puzzles, and instant restarts for boss battles, eliminating the tedious trek back from a distant checkpoint.

Critics praised The Lost Crown upon its release. Our own review highlighted its strengths, noting: "The Lost Crown is an excellent entry in the Prince of Persia series. It features an intriguing world that begs to be explored, and its varied combat system rewards mastery. The engaging lore and narrative, while somewhat predictable, provide a solid foundation for a challenging platformer that will test the nerves of anyone who rushes through its meticulously designed sequences."

This brief listing on Game Pass, even if accidental, offers an exciting prospect for players who have yet to experience Sargon's journey. Its potential inclusion would make the game accessible to a much wider audience, allowing more players to dive into its rich world and challenging gameplay without an additional purchase. With the game having already surpassed 3 million players and hints of a possible sequel surfacing, a Game Pass launch would likely introduce even more fans to this critically lauded adventure.