A prince and Elika, clinging to the walls of a Persia eaten by corruption, two figures in balance.

This Prince of Persia draws a gentle profile, no spectacular peak but no abyss either. Fun leads the way, ahead of 80% of titles, and connection follows nicely, ahead of two thirds of games. The soundtrack holds its own too, though that verdict rests on a single vote, so take it as an early signal. Where it stumbles is in the hands: controller feel stays low, ahead of barely a quarter of the others, again on one vote only. A quiet tension surfaces: you have fun, you grow attached, but the pure act convinces less. The art style sits just below average.

Next to twitchy platformers or tougher adventures, this 2008 entry bets on flow and the duo, even if it smooths out the challenge. A journey more than a reflex test.

So who's it for? You, if you love an elegant adventure, a companionship that carries you, and the simple pleasure of progress. Much less if you want sharp controls, difficulty that makes you sweat, or a style that grabs you by the eyes.