The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian brings to life the magical world of Narnia, where players take on the role of one of 20 unique characters, including the Pevensie children and Prince Caspian. The story follows the events of the second movie and novel in the series, where King Miraz has begun to conquer Narnia, and Prince Caspian seeks the help of the four siblings to bring unity back to the land.
Gameplay is a mix of hack-n-slash action, with players moving through levels, battling enemies using each character's special abilities. The game features six chapters/levels, puzzles to solve, and treasure chests that can be unlocked with specific keys, granting access to exclusive features such as artwork and other film-related content. There is also a unique level designed specifically for the Xbox 360 version of the game.
The controls vary depending on the console, with PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360 using D-pad, analog, and main buttons, while the Wii utilizes the Wii-remote, and PC players use mouse and keyboard. Two-player co-op gameplay is also available, allowing a human player to join in during a game.