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Prince of Persia: Sands of Time Could Arrive as Early as January

Fans of Prince of Persia rejoice! The long-awaited remake of The Sands of Time is set to release on January 16, 2026, marking a much-anticipated return for the beloved series after an extended hiatus.

Marcus Thompson · 2 min read

Ubisoft's Prince of Persia Sands of Time Remake Rumored for Mid-January 2026 Release

Ubisoft aims to release the remake of Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time before April 2026, though a firm launch date remains unconfirmed. According to Tom Henderson, an insider with a track record for accurate Ubisoft leaks, the game may launch on January 16, 2026. Henderson reported on the Insider Gaming podcast that The Sands of Time remake could drop as early as mid-January 2026 for PC and consoles. This timeframe aligns with a cryptic hint posted on the official Prince of Persia social media account earlier this spring, fueling fan speculation about a January release. While Ubisoft has yet to formally announce the date, Insider Gaming's history suggests the January 16 launch is plausible. Sources indicate that Ubisoft may pursue a streamlined marketing campaign, commencing promotions just one month prior to release. Henderson also speculated that Ubisoft might offer a preview of the remake at The Game Awards.

Ubisoft's Prince of Persia Sands of Time Remake Sparks Fan Anticipation for Mid-January 2026 Release

The potential January 2026 release marks a significant return for the Prince of Persia franchise after a period of inconsistent installments. Following the acclaimed original trilogy—The Sands of Time, Warrior Within, and The Two Thrones, released from 2003 to 2005—the series saw a mixed reception to later entries, and no mainline game has appeared since The Forgotten Sands in 2010. Although 2024 brought The Lost Crown and The Rogue Prince of Persia, it's The Sands of Time remake that has garnered the most fervent anticipation from fans.

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Game info

Official Name
Ubisoft Triple Pack
Brief Summary
Beyond Good & Evil Play as Jade, a young investigative reporter, and expose a terrible government conspiracy. Wary of her government's promises to repel the aliens for good, she sets out to capture the truth behind the prolonged war. Armed with a camera, a dai-jo staff, and fierce determination, it's your job to save your planet and its inhabitants. From Dust From Dust is the latest original game concept by Eric Chahi, creator of the cult classic, "Another World / Out of this World". Immerse yourself in a world as exotically beautiful as it is dangerous! You control the destiny of a primitive tribe against the backdrop of a world in constant evolution-a universe where mighty Nature reclaims what is hers; and your mastery of the elements is your people's only chance of survival. Outland In the middle of Balance and Chaos, now stands one man whose efforts may bridge the ancient divide, or doom the world to destruction. The award-winning studio Housemarque, maker of Super Stardust HD, has teamed up with Ubisoft to create an ambitious platformer inspired by epic adventures such as the Prince of Persia series. Each player's adventure will take him between light and darkness and force him to adapt to an ever-changing world.
Platforms
Xbox 360
Released
September 21, 2012
Play Modes
Single player
Content Rating
12
Languages
Japanese
Genre
Ubisoft Entertainment
Genre
Ubisoft Entertainment

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