Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands takes you through the corridors of time and the shadows of Eastern palaces, where the Prince of Persia returns in a new adventure to uncover the secrets buried by the sands of the past and reveal the horrors of the present. The prince sets out to visit his older brother Malik’s kingdom to learn the art of leadership, unaware that this journey will test him like never before. Upon his arrival, the walls of the palace tremble with the sounds of fierce battles, swords clashing, and soldiers fighting desperately against an invincible army. In a moment of desperation, Malik turns to an ancient power hidden deep within the palace—the power of the sands, said to unleash an army of immortal soldiers known as Solomon’s Army. But when the ancient seals are broken, a devastating sandstorm is released, turning everyone around it into soulless creatures driven only by destruction. The prince soon realizes that his only hope is to turn back time before the sands consume everything.

The game doesn’t just deliver an engaging story but also offers a gameplay experience filled with excitement and adventure. Players step into the prince’s shoes on a journey that demands extraordinary agility and skill. The prince must run along walls, leap between columns, and balance on narrow ledges with acrobatic precision. As the game progresses, challenges become more complex, and agility alone is no longer enough. The prince gains control over natural elements, such as freezing water to create temporary bridges, summoning powerful winds to push enemies away, and reconstructing collapsed walls to continue his path through the ruins of the palace. The dangers vary between large-scale battles against numerous enemies and traps that test the player’s reflexes. Combat in The Forgotten Sands is more refined than in previous titles, emphasizing group battles against large enemy hordes, forcing the player to combine combat skills with tactical strategy. Every strike, jump, and dodge is meticulously designed, making each encounter feel like a cinematic scene packed with suspense and challenge.

Compared to previous installments, The Forgotten Sands brings back much of the magic introduced in Sands of Time while adding new elements to enhance the experience. While Warrior Within leaned into brutal, intense combat and The Two Thrones explored the prince’s darker side, this installment returns to the core aspects that originally captivated players. The acrobatics and time-manipulation abilities make a strong comeback, now accompanied by elemental powers not seen in earlier games. The combat system is also more fluid and dynamic, making battles resemble choreographed action scenes rather than repetitive strikes. The story focuses on the prince’s relationship with his brother Malik, adding an emotional depth that makes the narrative more compelling. In the end, The Forgotten Sands delivers an unforgettable adventure that blends action, storytelling, and clever puzzles into a captivating experience for fans of the series.