Can we say there’s finally a clear timeline for the much-delayed Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time remake? If you are unaware, Ubisoft has confirmed that The Sands of Time remake will arrive by the end of March 2026. This means the title is expected to launch sometime during Ubisoft’s 2025-26 financial year. While that’s still a while away, it’s at least a concrete window — especially after years of silence, delays and developmental troubles. To give a little recap, the remake was originally announced in 2020, and since then, it has had a rocky journey so far, including fan backlash to its first trailer, developer changes, and the game essentially going back to the drawing board.
The latest update came during Ubisoft’s earnings report for the 2024-25 fiscal year, where it outlined its plans for the next year and confirmed the Sands of Time remake as part of its upcoming line-up. Alongside the remake, Ubisoft also revealed titles such as Anno 117: Pax Romana, Rainbow Six Mobile, and The Division Resurgence are all targeting the same launch window. But we are here to talk about the Sands of Time remake.
While Ubisoft had previously mentioned a vague 2026 timeline, this new statement helps narrow it down to a January-March release. Of course, that is assuming there are no further delays — something fans will be understandably wary of given how long the project has already taken.
For those who’ve been following the game, the journey has been anything but smooth. The original remake was in development at Ubisoft’s India-based studios in Mumbai and Pune, but following criticism over poor visuals and a general lack of polish, Ubisoft shifted the project to its Montreal and Toronto teams. This transition brought a major overhaul, with the game reportedly being rebuilt from the ground up, including fresh animations, combat mechanics, and a complete visual makeover.
Insiders familiar with the project have also hinted at a more authentic take on the setting. This includes casting a new actor of Persian origin for the Prince’s role, replacing Yuri Lowenthal, who voiced the character in the original trilogy.
Despite the delays, Ubisoft appears committed to delivering a better version of the game than what fans first saw. The success of Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown earlier this year has likely helped boost internal confidence, reminding Ubisoft that there is still strong interest in the franchise.
As a fan myself, I am now only waiting for when Ubisoft decides to show the game again. A re-reveal trailer is expected any time now, considering we are less than a year away from the expected release. Stay tuned to India Today Tech for all the latest on the Prince of Persia: Sands of Time remake.