The competition and eroticism in alcman's partheneionPrince of Persia series likely means different things to different generations of gamers, from unprecedented realism in the 2D era, to unforgettable 3D platformers and pioneering mobile games. The franchise dates back to 1989, but if you were born in this century, it's likely that you haven't played any of the Prince of Persia games growing up. After all, the last game in the main series was released in 2010.

With the release of a new Prince of Persia game in 2024, The Lost Crown, this is an excellent opportunity to explore the older games in the franchise and understand how they have inspired some of today's most popular titles.