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Nintendo Entertainment System · Action-Adventure / Platformer
Prince of Persia
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 (originally 1989) |
| Genre | Action-Adventure, Platformer |
| Developer | Brøderbund Software |
| Publisher | Virgin Interactive |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Prince of Persia |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 12 |
Developed by Brøderbund Software and published by Virgin Interactive, Prince of Persia arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992 as an action-adventure game. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1989. It blends action-adventure and platformer elements.
It landed about 7 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1992 include Mega Man 4, Mega Man 5 and Yoshi's Cookie. Among the 68 NES action-adventure games in our database, it ranks #7 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). Brøderbund Software also made Championship Lode Runner, Choplifter and Karateka for the NES.
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 NES'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 (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Time | 04EF:80 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Energy | 06CF:03 |
| Infinite Health | SLXAINSO |
| Infinite Time | SZKLIXSE |
| Infinite Health | 06CF:03 |
| Level Modifier | 0070:BE |
Prince of Persia walkthroughs & guides
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Playing NES games today
NES games are short on paper but often famously tough, so expect to replay levels and learn patterns. Many first-party titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online, original cartridges remain easy to find, and you can play backups of games you own in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Prince of Persia FAQ
When did Prince of Persia come out on the NES?
Prince of Persia was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992; the original game dates back to 1989.
Who made Prince of Persia?
It was developed by Brøderbund Software and published by Virgin Interactive.
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.