Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown gets full Switch Game Trial for Online members
Nintendo Switch Online subscribers can play the full version of Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown as part of a Game Trial until September 30. The trial offers unrestricted access to the game, though a full playthrough is estimated at around 16 hours. The title launched in January 2024 to positive reviews and holds a Metacritic score of 86, while its development team was disbanded later that year.
Nintendo Switch Online members can currently download Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown in full through its Game Trial, with access ending September 30 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific. A typical run to the credits is estimated at roughly sixteen hours, so finishing within the window may require concentrated play.
The 2.5D action platformer arrived in January 2024 and earned an 86 Metacritic score. Despite critical praise, its reveal trailer drew heavy dislike, and Ubisoft later moved most team members to other projects; reports linked weaker-than-expected initial sales to the end of sequel hopes.
This trial may give Switch Online subscribers a low-risk way to sample a well-reviewed Metroidvania, potentially broadening its audience after its team was disbanded. It could also prompt some players to buy the game, affecting Ubisoft’s catalog sales and demonstrating demand for similar trials. More broadly, limited-time full-game access may shape how subscription services influence discovery and purchasing habits, though its societal reach is likely modest.