The Making of Prince of Persia (2)

Author

Jordan Mechner

Genre

Gaming & Technology, Memoir, Creative Nonfiction, Biography

Synopsis

An intimate behind-the-scenes chronicle of video game legend Jordan Mechner's journey creating the groundbreaking Prince of Persia, drawn from his personal journals during the game's development from 1985-1993. This candid account reveals the creative struggles, technical challenges, and personal doubts of a young developer navigating the early days of the gaming industry while revolutionizing animation and gameplay. A rare glimpse into the birth of a cultural phenomenon and the reality of independent game development before the digital age.