The studio behind Ubisoft’s Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake has released an official statement following the surprising cancellation of their game. This announcement comes as a shock to many fans who had been following the project’s development for years.
Yesterday, Ubisoft revealed a major organizational reset that affected several projects. The company delayed seven games, shut down two studios, and canceled multiple titles. Among the canceled projects was the Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake, which was first announced back in 2020. Since its reveal, the game had faced numerous delays and setbacks, and this week marked its final cancellation.
The development team for the embattled Prince of Persia remake has now shared their own thoughts on the situation. In their message, the studio acknowledged that the cancellation is deeply disappointing for both the fans and the development team. However, they emphasized that this decision does not mean they are stepping away from the Prince of Persia franchise permanently.
In a statement, the Prince of Persia: Sands of Time Remake studio wrote: “The game holds enormous meaning for fans and for the teams who worked on it.” They continued, explaining that while the project had real potential, they were unable to reach the level of quality that fans deserve. Continuing development would have required more time and investment than they could reasonably commit. The team did not want to release something that fell short of what The Sands of Time represents.
The studio stated that Prince of Persia, both as a universe and a legacy, remains important to them. The cancellation of Sands of Time does not mean this is the end for the franchise as a whole. In closing, the Ubisoft studio thanked the community for their passion, patience, and love for Prince of Persia.
Many people were surprised to learn that Ubisoft was pulling the plug on its Sands of Time remake. Recent reports from the company had indicated the game was slated for release during the fourth quarter of its current financial year, which ends on March 31st. This meant the game was expected to launch in just a couple of months.
In June of last year, reports indicated that the Sands of Time remake was “deep in development.” This came after the project moved from its original developers at Ubisoft Pune and Mumbai to Ubisoft Montreal. At the Montreal studio, the project was seemingly rebooted from scratch, giving fans hope for a fresh start and a high-quality final product.
The cancellation news has left many fans wondering about the future of the series. While the remake is no longer in development, the studio’s statement suggests that Prince of Persia will continue to have a place in Ubisoft’s portfolio. The team’s commitment to the franchise’s legacy indicates that future projects may still be considered.
For now, fans will have to wait for any official announcements regarding new Prince of Persia games. The cancellation of the Sands of Time remake is certainly a disappointment, but the studio’s reassurance provides some comfort that the series is not completely abandoned.
