Games like Prince of Persia on PlayStation
3 of the 5 modern alternatives to Prince of Persia (1989) run on PlayStation. The cheapest is The Messenger at € 19,99. 2 are made by independent developers.
PlayStation is well served for console classics, through official remasters, the PlayStation Plus classics catalogue, and the many indie games built in the style of the originals. Availability of older PS1 and PS2 titles varies by region and changes over time.
Prices, platform availability and Steam Deck compatibility can change at any time. Always check the store page before buying.
The Messenger Indie
€ 19,99A slick indie action-platformer with tight, acrobatic movement.
The Messenger is also an alternative to 4 other classics
The Messenger runs on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Blasphemous 2 Indie
€ 29,99A punishing, beautiful 2D action-platformer with the same emphasis on precise jumps and lethal spikes.
Blasphemous 2 runs on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown
€ 49,99A brilliant modern Metroidvania revival of the series.
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is also an alternative to 1 other classic
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown runs on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Not on PlayStation
These alternatives to Prince of Persia are listed on the main page, but do not run on PlayStation:
All 5 games like Prince of Persia