Ubisoft has reportedly abandoned their remake of the popular video game, “Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time,” and is starting over from scratch, according to Polygon. The original announcement for the remake was made during a Ubisoft Forward event in September 2020. However, the visuals were heavily criticised by players, leading to multiple delays and eventual re-development of the project. The game was initially being developed by Ubisoft Pune in India, but after the series of delays, it was handed back to Ubisoft Montreal, who was responsible for creating the original “Prince of Persia” game, almost a year ago.
In a recent post, Ubisoft stated that the remake has been rebooted, and is currently in the conception phase. The game’s Twitter account has also confirmed that it will not be appearing at the June Ubisoft Forward showcase, and that it is back to an early stage of development. Ubisoft producer Jean-Francois Naud has revealed that Montreal took into consideration the feedback from the gaming community, and is now exploring their own way of delivering the game. However, the company has indicated that no further updates about the game are expected this year.
Ubisoft has a reputation for pushing back various titles. For instance, “Skull & Bones” was first unveiled at E3 2017, but has undergone several makeovers over the years. The upcoming Ubisoft Forward showcase, which will take place in June, is likely to provide further information regarding that title as well.
“Prince of Persia” is one of the most iconic franchises in gaming history, and fans had eagerly anticipated the remake. Unfortunately, the initial reveal was met with disappointment, leading to the delay and ultimate reboot of the project. However, Ubisoft has emphasised that the game is still in active development, and the reboot is aimed at delivering the best possible experience to players.
In conclusion, it is understandable that Ubisoft has decided to start over with the “Prince of Persia” game remake. The initial visuals were not up to par, and fans of the series expect nothing less than the best gaming experience. It is commendable that Ubisoft is considering feedback from the gaming community and taking it into consideration while developing the game. Fans will have to wait a while longer to see the game in action, but they can rest assured that it is not cancelled and is in active development. While gamers eagerly await the game’s new release date, Ubisoft is determined to make it a game to remember.
