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Morning Discussion

by Chris Faylor, Dec 30, 2008 7:21am PST

After my immune system successfully survived the numerous holiday-related social activities, I've been defeated by the crazy weather. I thought I safe at 60 degrees F, but that torrential downpour was too much, and after getting drenched Saturday, I'm sick.

On the plus side, being sick gave me the chance to start and subsequently beat the new Prince of Persia this weekend. That whole not being able to die thing didn't bother me much, as it basically amounted to a checkpoint system, and the platforming was pretty good, if a bit simple. There were even some tricky spots that had me swearing!

I'm also glad that the game reduced focus on combat, because I didn't care much for the new dial-a-combo combat system. It seemed less about skill or reflex, and more about discovering and memorizing these long combos to do the most damage.

And if you want a pat on the back, Mr. Ben Mattes, let's talk about the game's unexpected and mostly unexplained ending. It's different, I'll give you that. Unfulfilling and downright confusing to some, while others seems to love it, but definitely different.