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Was Expecting a Bit More..., December 25, 2008
This review is from: Prince of Persia Collector's Edition: Prima Official Game Guide (Prima Official Game Guides) (Hardcover)
I found the Prince of Persia Collector's Edition guide to be surprisingly sufficient with its content (walkthrough), which is unusual with my experience using Prima guides (the Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth guide is a waste of paper). The front and back cover is gorgeous, adorned with the Prince's intricately designed gauntlet on the cover, and one of Elika's incantations (?) printed on the back in gold. The paper is vibrant and of high quality, the text easy on the eyes. The only really "con" I could find was the explanations to solve the puzzle solutions were muddled and hard to follow...so much so that I caved and just searched for the solution on a search engine. Maybe it was just me?
Although the "behind the scenes" interview was an interesting read (especially the amount of thought that was used in creating Elika as a character and a much needed ally) I was somewhat disappointed with the "art gallery" section. Having missed out on the game's preorder bonus that included a digital art book (I've been told the bonus was great!), I purchased this primarily for that reason. Unfortunately, there wasn't much art included in this book at all. Most of the images are small (but not ridiculously so) and can be seen by beating the game (actually, a good chunk of them have been omitted from the book's art section), or performing a simple internet search. There was a particular picture in the game's gallery I was hoping to be in print because I couldn't find this one via internet search, but unfortunately for me...it wasn't included. But for what it's worth, I love the art work regardless.
The exclusive art print is colorful, printed on a glossy 8x10 postcard-like sheet of paper (looks great framed, by the way!). I believe the art print is random. The copy I received illustrates the Prince standing in the shadows of a sand swept city, while I saw some one else's print had the Prince and Elika standing on a platform surfing on a sea of fire.
This latest installment to the Prince of Persia series REALLY doesn't need a walkthrough. However, I'd still recommend purchasing this book for the sake of its beauty and quality. If you have yet to beat PoP and still insist on using this guide, DO NOT read ahead, especially when you defeat the final boss. Prima authors seem to think players are too dimwitted to comprehend story events, and have a need to give away endings. The low price makes this book an absolute STEAL! I paid more for the MGS4 Limited Edition guide when it was first released!
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Love the quality put into it!, June 8, 2010
This review is from: Prince of Persia Collector's Edition: Prima Official Game Guide (Prima Official Game Guides) (Hardcover)
Very impressed with the way this book is put together. Quality materials are used throughout. From the solid, tight hardcover, to the beautiful glossy pages. Pictures are numerous and well taken. Walkthrough is top notch. If your having difficulty finding all those light orbs, (I was) this is your companion. Great strategy guide, period!
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Amazing!, February 1, 2010
This review is from: Prince of Persia Collector's Edition: Prima Official Game Guide (Prima Official Game Guides) (Hardcover)
Very visually stunning, movements are smooth and clean, easy playability. Story line is fun & comedic in areas, keeps your attention.
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