Ubisoft It is said that there is a plan to release the remake Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time In January 2026. Such a move, which is consistent with Ubisoft's previously mentioned launch plans, could potentially give the company a strong sales contender during a typically quiet period for video game releases.
A modern version of the 2003 classic was originally announced in 2020 as a joint project between Ubisoft's Mumbai and Pune studios. Two years later, development Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time The remake was handed over to Ubisoft Montreal, the creator of the original game. The move was made in response to the fan reaction to the remake's reveal trailer, which failed to impress the vocal part of the fandom. In its May 2025 earnings report, Ubisoft said the game is on track to be released in the current fiscal year ending in March 2026.
Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake gets an exciting update
Ubisoft offers a small development update for fans patiently waiting for the 2026 remake of Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time.
Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time remake launch window shrinks in new report
A new report from Insider Gaming has now narrowed that release window, citing sources close to the project, stating that the game is slated to launch in January 2026. Ubisoft is reportedly targeting a mid-month release, with the title expected to debut simultaneously on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, as previously announced. This claim is consistent with Ubisoft's previously stated launch time and a July 2025 teaser from CFO Frederic Duguet, who said at the time that Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time A remake is on the horizon.
Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time remake possibly getting a release date at TGA 2025
According to Insider Gaming's sources, this is the modern version The sands of time The 2025 edition of The Game Awards, scheduled for December 11, is likely to be featured. As one of the industry's biggest events, TGA provides a high-profile opportunity for Ubisoft to announce a game's release date. Given the show's usual format, such a reveal would likely be bundled with a new trailer.
When first announced, the Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time The remake was scheduled for a January 2021 release. After the project's relocation from India to Canada—where developer wages are significantly higher—its overall budget likely exceeded Ubisoft's initial estimates. It is unclear whether the developer switch has affected the scope of the project.
The remake marks Ubisoft Montreal's first console game release since 2022 Roller Champions. Since then, the Canadian studio has worked on the 2023 Meta Quest exclusive Assassin's Creed Nexus VR and Rainbow Six MobileAn upcoming title for Android and iOS devices. New main line Assassin's Creed Game code name Project Hex Currently in development at a Montreal-based company.
