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Surprise Prince of Persia: Sands of Time remake is alive and kicking with new teaser

Jun 11, 2024 9:09 AM

The latest update from Ubisoft Forward revealed that the much-anticipated "Prince of Persia: Sands of Time Remake" is still in production and now has a tentative release window of 2026. After multiple delays, fans were treated to a brief teaser showing a magical candle, symbolizing the game's time-reversal mechanics. Initially announced in 2020 with an expected 2021 release, the remake encountered several postponements. Fans can expect its release in 2026 but should manage expectations as no specific month or date has been provided. The game joins other prominent Ubisoft titles like Assassin's Creed Shadows, XDefiant, and Star Wars Outlaws showcased at the event.

Why has the Prince of Persia: Sands of Time Remake been delayed so many times?n

The Prince of Persia: Sands of Time Remake has faced multiple delays due to development challenges and the need for further refinement to meet Ubisoft's quality standards. Initially slated for a 2021 release, the game has undergone several postponements to ensure a polished final product.

Prince of Persia: Sands of Time originally released in 2003 and became a beloved classic due to its innovative gameplay mechanics involving time manipulation. The game significantly influenced the action-adventure genre and its upcoming remake aims to modernize the experience for new audiences while retaining the essence that made the original so popular.



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Miss Peachy Miss Peachy commented on: 2024-06-11 09:24:03
It's both exciting and a bit nerve-wracking to see the Prince of Persia: Sands of Time Remake get a new tentative release window for 2026. Here's hoping that the extra time gives Ubisoft the opportunity to truly capture the magic of the original while delivering a modern, polished experience for fans new and old.
Stimpy Stimpy commented on: 2024-06-11 09:18:04
Wow, 2026 feels like a long way off, but I'm glad Ubisoft is taking the time to get it right. It's crucial they maintain the magic that made the original Sands of Time so legendary, especially with all the remakes and reboots we’ve seen lately.
Rolling R!ck Rolling R!ck commented on: 2024-06-11 09:12:03
Ah, gaming nostalgia strikes again While the wait for the Prince of Persia: Sands of Time Remake has been a rollercoaster, it's clear Ubisoft is dedicated to doing it right—better late than never, right
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