Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Now Free for Switch Online Subscribers

Nintendo has announced that Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is now available as a free trial for Switch Online subscribers in North America and Europe. The full game can be downloaded from the eShop at no extra cost, with the trial period running until 30 September 2026.

Save data will carry over if you decide to purchase the game. Nintendo states that The Lost Crown will also be heavily discounted during the trial period, with a 70% price reduction available until 8 October, though the discount had not yet been applied at the time of the announcement.

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown struggled commercially despite critical acclaim at launch. Nintendo Life awarded the game a 9/10 in their review, describing it as "a slick return to the roots of this franchise that serves up clever 2.5D action wrapped up in a delightful art style and satisfying story." The review praised the balance between challenging action and accessibility options that welcome both seasoned players and newcomers. Following poor sales, developer Ubisoft Montpellier disbanded the team that created the game.

This free trial offers Switch players the opportunity to experience a title that resonated with critics but failed to find a wide audience. The combination of the trial period and upcoming discount makes this an accessible entry point for players interested in the franchise's modern take on 2.5D action and puzzle gameplay.