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Ubisoft Cancels Prince of Persia Remake Amid Major Reset

1/28/2026

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Ubisoft, the video game company, announced a 'major reset' on January 27, 2026, canceling Prince of Persia: Sands of Time Remake.
The company said the remake did not meet its new quality standards.
The remake, announced in September 2020, was delayed multiple times and rebooted in May 2023.
Ubisoft faces layoffs and criticism from employee unions, while fans express disappointment and mourn the project's potential.

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Ubisoft, the video game company, announced a 'major reset' on January 27, 2026, canceling Prince of Persia: Sands of Time Remake.
The company said the remake did not meet its new quality standards.
The remake, announced in September 2020, was delayed multiple times and rebooted in May 2023.
Ubisoft faces layoffs and criticism from employee unions, while fans express disappointment and mourn the project's potential.