Navigate The Rogue Prince of Persia like a pro! This guide breaks down controls, combat, and new features to help you conquer the game.
Hey there, future Prince! So you're diving into The Rogue Prince of Persia, huh? Awesome choice. This guide is here to make sure you don't get lost or frustrated. Think of me as your buddy walking you through it, pointing out all the cool stuff and the tricky bits. We'll cover how to get around, what buttons to mash, and what's new in this adventure. Just follow along, and you'll be a seasoned warrior in no time!
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Controls Overview
Let's get you familiar with how to move and fight. These are the button layouts for both PS3 and Xbox 360, but I'll be referring to the PS3 controls throughout this guide, so keep that in mind.
| Action | PS3 Button | 360 Button |
| Movement | Left Analog Stick | Left Stick |
| Camera | Right Analog Stick | Right Stick |
| Jump/Confirm | X/Cross | A |
| Attack | Square | X |
| Use/Grab Ring | Circle | B |
| Compass/Elika | Triangle | Y |
| Talk to Elika | L2/L1 | Left Button/Trigger |
| Grip fall/Drop | R2/R1 | R. Button/Trigger |
| Pause | Start | Start |
| Map Screen | Select | Back |
Combat Controls
Fighting is a big part of the game, so let's make sure you've got the moves down:
| Action | PS3 Button | 360 Button |
| Basic Attack | Square | X |
| Acrobatic Attack | X/Cross | A |
| Lift Attack | Circle | B |
| Elika Attack | Triangle | Y |
| Block/Deflect | R2/R1 | R. Button/Trigger |
What's New?
This Prince of Persia is a bit different from the old saga, especially with its jump to the new generation of consoles. The Prince has picked up some new tricks, and a lot of the gameplay mechanics have been tweaked. Don't worry, though – this revamped Prince is just as awesome, if not even better than before!
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