Metal Gear Classic
Sega Master System · Action-Adventure / Action
Prince of Persia
Certified classic
| System | Sega Master System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 (originally 1989) |
| Genre | Action-Adventure, Action |
| Developer | Domark |
| Publisher | Domark |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Prince of Persia |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 12 |
Prince of Persia is an action-adventure game released in 1992 for the Sega Master System, developed by Domark. This Master System release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1989. It blends action-adventure and action elements.
It landed about 6 years into the Master System's life. Other notable Master System releases from 1992 include Sonic the Hedgehog 2, Master of Darkness and Olympic Gold. Among the 11 Master System action-adventure games in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.
It is part of the Prince of Persia series. The series also appears on other systems with Battles of Prince of Persia (DS) and Prince of Persia (Sega CD).
Prince of Persia is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you want to experience one of the Master System's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a game you can finish in one short session
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Prince of Persia is like
Action-adventures blend real-time combat with exploration, puzzles and item collection. You open up a larger world gradually as new tools let you reach places you couldn't before.
Tip for newcomers: Keep a mental (or paper) map of locked doors and unreachable ledges; most action-adventures expect you to come back once you find the right item.
Prince of Persia cheats & codes
6 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Life | 00C2-9208 |
|---|
Prince of Persia walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Prince of Persia.
If you like Prince of Persia, the Matrix also picks…
Playing Master System games today
The Master System library is full of colorful arcade-style games that are easy to pick up. Many titles also appear in Sega's official compilations.
Prince of Persia FAQ
When did Prince of Persia come out on the Master System?
Prince of Persia was released for the Sega Master System in 1992; the original game dates back to 1989.
Who made Prince of Persia?
It was developed by Domark.
Is Prince of Persia multiplayer?
No. Prince of Persia is a single-player game.
How long does Prince of Persia take to play?
As an action-adventure game, Prince of Persia typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Prince of Persia on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.