Do not forget that Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time remake Ubisoft introduced again in 2020? The one which was alleged to launch 4 years in the past? Nicely, it’s nonetheless in growth in keeping with a brand new replace from the writer after the sport was a no-show throughout Summer time Sport Fest.
Again in September 2020, Ubisoft introduced a remake of 2003’s Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time. It was set to launch in 2021 and was being developed by Ubisoft Pune and Ubisoft Mumbai. However then in December 2020, the sport was delayed till March 2021. In February 2021, it was delayed once more with no new launch date given. Over a yr later, in Could 2022, Ubisoft introduced that Ubisoft Montréal—the studio behind the unique Sands of Time—was taking on the mission. And it was then revealed that growth on the remake was primarily beginning over. At Summer time Sport Fest 2024, Ubisoft re-announced the Sands of Time remake with a tiny teaser and a brand new 2026 launch date. That brings us to right this moment, when Ubisoft actually needs you all to know that issues are going nice. Promise!
On June 16, over every week after Summer time Sport Fest 2025 wrapped up, Ubisoft shared a small replace concerning the Sands of Time remake. Some followers had been nervous that the sport may need been delayed once more or canceled after it went unmentioned throughout any SGF-related occasion or showcase. Ubisoft has now stated that’s not the case, claiming the sport continues to be “deep” in growth.
“Yep, we’re nonetheless deep within the sport — exploring, constructing, and guaranteeing the sands transfer with function,” stated Ubisoft on Monday. “This sport is being crafted by a crew that really cares, they usually’re pouring their hearts (and numerous espresso) into each step. Thanks for sticking with us.”
In a follow-up message on Twitter, Ubisoft advised folks to go try a unique, already launched entry within the sequence, The Rogue Prince of Persia, whereas “growth continues behind the scenes.”
So…there you go. Ubisoft continues to be remaking Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time. If it lands its 2026 launch date, it will likely be out simply in time to have fun the unique sport’s 23-year anniversary.
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