Could be better

Only three levels in, but the controls are finicky and oddly timed. Sometimes the character will jump instantly into action (of a ledge), but occasionally will stop to consider things (while someone swings a sword at his head). Just a hunch, but it feels like the animations are too long, and prevent you from tacking a different action while they play out. Also somewhat annoying, the sound for a fall to the death plays every time you jump a significant distance.

The levels thus far are mildly entertaining, but Im not blown away. There is no real puzzle solving and even without the timing issues, the gameplay is tepid at best. The are two types of challenging: the kind that demands excellent timing and perfect control and the kind that requires you to master imperfect controlls to accomplish otherwise simple tasks. This feels much more like the later.

Edit: Just a little further in and the control issues have gone from finicky to terrible. Its like being asked to thread a needle with a mooring rope. Also, keep in mind, the game first prompts you to rate it after the first level. Anyone giving it high marks at that point is likely to be less impressed a level or two further in. /edit

Id hope for better from UbiSoft, but this feels like a weak effort to snag a quick $2 from me. My advice wait for some improvements to be made or find something better.

SPORTACK about Prince of Persia® Classic, v1.0.3