Super Nintendo · Action-Adventure / Action
Prince of Persia
Certified classic
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 (originally 1989) |
| Genre | Action-Adventure, Action |
| Developer | Arsys |
| Publisher | Konami |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Prince of Persia |
| ESRB | T |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 12 |
Prince of Persia is an action-adventure game released in 1992 for the Super Nintendo, developed by Arsys and published by Konami. This SNES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1989. It blends action-adventure and action elements.
It came out in the SNES's second year on the market. Other notable SNES releases from 1992 include The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, Super Mario Kart and Final Fantasy V. Among the 23 SNES action-adventure games in our database, it ranks #6 by legacy score.
It is part of the Prince of Persia series; on the SNES you can also try Prince of Persia 2. The series also appears on other systems with Battles of Prince of Persia (DS) and Prince of Persia (Sega CD). Arsys also made Battle Zeque Den for the SNES.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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 SNES'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
132 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start With 2 Health Points Instead Of 3 | D430-04A5 |
|---|---|
| Start With 4 Health Points | D030-04A5 |
| Start With 5 Health Points | D930-04A5 |
| Start With 6 Health Points | D130-04A5 |
| Start With 7 Health Points | D530-04A5 |
| Start With 8 Health Points | D630-04A5 |
Prince of Persia walkthroughs & guides
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Playing SNES games today
The SNES library has aged exceptionally well, especially its RPGs, platformers and puzzle games. A large selection is available on Nintendo Switch Online, and if you own the cartridges you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88, including online with friends.
Prince of Persia FAQ
When did Prince of Persia come out on the SNES?
Prince of Persia was released for the Super Nintendo in 1992; the original game dates back to 1989.
Who made Prince of Persia?
It was developed by Arsys and published by Konami.
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.