Prince of Persia: The Two Thrones speed Kills and sand gates: timing cues and reinforcements
Understand the Prince’s timing prompts and clear sand gates without an unnecessary reinforcement wave.
Edition covered
The original 2005 Two Thrones campaign. Ubisoft Steam pictures show the original PC game. Rival Swords on Wii/PSP and their version-specific features are outside this reference.
Approach without being detected
A Speed Kill requires an eligible position and an unaware target. Move quietly along the intended ledges or approach from behind, then wait for the screen and sound cue before starting.
| Stage | Action | Failure to avoid |
|---|---|---|
| Undetected approach | Reach the eligible attack position | Landing in an enemy’s view |
| Start cue | Activate the Speed Kill | Starting a normal attack too early |
| Dagger flash | Press the prompted attack once | Mashing through the timing window |
| Follow-up flash | Watch for the next cue | Assuming one hit ends every sequence |
Strike at each dagger flash
The Prince’s sequence uses individual timing windows. Pressing attack continuously can fail the sequence; watch for each shining-dagger cue and respond once at the right moment.
| Target or step | Purpose | Check |
|---|---|---|
| Gate guard | Can summon reinforcements | Identify before entering the area |
| Nearby patrol | Can witness the approach | Wait for a clear separation |
| Remaining enemies | Must be cleared for the reward | Check the whole platform |
| Gate interaction | Claims sand, slot or power reward | Use it after combat ends |
Prioritize the sand gate guard
The special guard can activate the gate and bring reinforcements. Plan the initial route around reaching him before he raises the alarm, then clear the remaining enemies.
Collect the gate reward after the fight
Once the gate area is secure, use its interaction to claim the reward. Gates provide different sand-related benefits, so do not assume clearing the enemies automatically collects it.
Once the gate area is secure, use its interaction to claim the reward.
References
| Reference | Website |
|---|---|
| Prince of Persia: The Two Thrones publisher listing | store.steampowered.com |
| Official Two Thrones manual | store.steampowered.com |
| Original PC boss walkthrough | gamefaqs.gamespot.com |
| Health upgrades and campaign walkthrough | www.gamespot.com |