Summary
ThroughoutPrince Of Persia: The Lost Crown, you’ll explore Mount Qaf and the various locations that hold puzzles, boss fights, and more mysteries than you can count. This cursed mountain has some intricate and exciting places to visit, but not all of them are equal in design.
Some of them are better than others, whether that’s with the ease of gameplay, the puzzles, or the appearance of the setting. From the dank Depths of the Citadel to the refined and elegant Upper City to the vast and wicked Raging Sea, here’s each location in Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, ranked.
10Old Royal Road
The Old Royal Road is the first play you come across on Mount Qaf, and you won’t spend much time here. This is your introduction to the cursed mountain and all that awaits you inside. Still, despite the short amount of screentime, it’s a fairly nice area to be in.
However, the lack of depth in this section of the map makes it the lowest on our list. There isn’t much to do here, unlike other areas of the game, and you’ll likely forget it’s even there by the time you reach the Lower City safe haven.
9Depths
The Depths are a detailed and repugnant location, filled with decay and poison. While it’s not the most appealing place to be, there are plenty of puzzles and mysteries to solve here. You’ll find yourself struggling to get past some sections, and possibly getting scared by enemies that crawl out of the dark.
In addition to that, the amount of lore behind the place is enough to carry you through. This is the gritty undercity that is filled with people left behind to die, even before the curse. It’s not pretty, and it’s a relief when you finally get out.
8Lower City
The Lower City is a place you’ll be coming back to frequently. Whether you want to visit the Mage to upgrade your potions or get gear upgraded by visiting Kaheva’s forge. There are plenty of things to do, and the puzzles are a breeze most of the time.
Aside from that, you’ll marvel at the architecture and music. While they’re not the best the game has to offer, it’s a preview into much richer and vibrant environments that you’ll encounter as you pursue your goal and earn new abilities.
7Sunken Harbor
The Sunken Harbor is like a pirate’s dream. Not only do you get to explore the ruins of the harbor, but there are many pirate-like enemies and treasures to find. You’ll also have to move quickly and dodge explosives to get through this area without reaching Game Over.
There are also several puzzles that are engaging, likethe tic-tac-toe puzzlethat offers a brief moment of reprieve from the regular game mechanics. There’s much to enjoy, though there’s still more to see on Mount Qaf.
6Pit Of Eternal Sands
One of the most decorative places to visit is the Pit of Eternal Sands. You’ll have to do a lot of work to unlock this area, and the long drop into the sand-filled depths of the Citadel is worth it.
Additionally, there are decorative golden ribbons that hold the seals in place, making you follwo the trail and engage more with the environment. The final descent into theAzdaha boss fightis also a sight to behold, as you’ll drop directly into it’s lair and begin an epic battle.
5Sacred Archives
The Sacred Archives are the equivalent of Mount Qaf’s library, complete with the Jailer who will hunt you down for making too much noise or getting in their way. This adds a whole new layer of depth to the gameplay as you’ll have to solve puzzles and navigate around the room without making too much noise.
You can also descend into the Prison area if caught, giving you the opportunity to stage a prison break and return to the other parts of Mount Qaf. You’ll also find some remaining alchemists who may or may not attack you.
4Upper City
The Upper City is a gorgeous place to be. Life is thriving in the upper city with breathtaking views, stunning architecture, and vibrant colors. There are plenty of enemies as well, but this part of the map brings out some of the best of what Prince of Persia has to offer in terms of environments overall.
The only downside is that you’ll keep returning here a lot, having to go and unlock other areas first to get what you need to progress. This takes away from getting to experience the Upper City all at once with the freedom to explore.
3Tower Of Silence
The Tower of Silence is chilling to say the least, though there are several ways to get here. One of the more unique ways is through Kaheva’s forge, bypassing a long trek through the forest. While you’re likely to be greeted with a cold shoulder here, the freedom of movement and fast-paced platform running makes this all the more exciting.
You can also use many of the tools at your disposal, making each portion of the map a thrilling challenge. You’ll be crystallizing your position, launching yourself with the Fabric of Time, and evading falling boulders.
2Hyracanian Forest
The Hyracanian Forest is one of the first places you’ll explore, and you’ll keep coming back. Not only do you get to explore an open, sprawling forest, but you get to encounter one of the more challenging and interactive boss fights:Kiana, the Forest Queen.
This plays with the environment of the forest, bringing out the dark, twisted woods that she manipulates. Aside from that, you’ll see bright colorful leaves and trees that flood your screen. This beautiful location will be one you keep coming back to.
1Raging Sea
The most breathtaking location in Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is, by far, the Raging Sea. As you step onto the docks, you’ll see the massive wave frozen in time. It’s stunning, and as you make your way through the burning wreckage of a ship, the balance of fire and water raging in tandem is enough to distract you from obstacles in your way.
Theboss fight with Orodis especially riveting, as the background sees the waves begin to roll once again. The tempest shows off the complexity of the environments and how Sargon rages on.
