Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake – Ubisoft Removes Nintendo Switch Reference After Announcement

Ubisoft’s highly anticipated Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake has been officially announced during the recent Ubisoft Forward event, garnering attention across the gaming industry.

Initially revealed as coming to Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC, the absence of the Nintendo Switch platform in the announcement raised questions—especially after Ubisoft briefly referenced a Switch release before promptly withdrawing all mentions. Background: Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time is a beloved action-adventure classic that first launched in 2003, developed and published by Ubisoft.

Its engaging time-manipulation gameplay and rich storytelling revitalized the franchise, which is credited with influencing subsequent action franchises.

The remake is being developed by Ubisoft Pune and Ubisoft Mumbai, marking a significant milestone for these studios. Announcement Details and Switch Confusion The announcement took place during the September 2020 Ubisoft Forward broadcast.

While Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC were featured as supported platforms, no mention was made of a Nintendo Switch version during the livestream.

However, shortly after the event, Ubisoft’s official Twitter account referenced the Switch, and pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch edition appeared on the game’s official website.

This information was later removed, with both the tweet and pre-order option disappearing quickly—leaving fans puzzled about the game’s platform availability. Industry analysts added clarity to the situation.

Daniel Ahmad, a senior analyst at Niko Partners, responded to speculation regarding a Nintendo Switch release for Prince of Persia Remake.

Addressing the community on social media, Ahmad stated that the game “wouldn’t be coming to Switch in January,” indicating no imminent release for Nintendo’s console.

Ahmad’s previous comments, shared ahead of the Ubisoft Forward event, also emphasized that there were no plans to bring the game to Nintendo Switch at that time. Verified Industry Reactions and Reporting The build-up to the official announcement featured several accurate predictions from reputable sources.

Jason Schreier, a noted video game journalist at Bloomberg, reported on the impending reveal of Prince of Persia Remake in the weeks prior.

Schreier discussed Ubisoft’s upcoming plans during the Triple Click podcast, corroborated by VGC through its own Ubisoft sources.

Both sources accurately anticipated the reveal during Ubisoft Forward and clarified the platforms. Retail Listings and Early Leaks Speculation regarding a Nintendo Switch version was initially fueled by a retailer listing from "MAX," a well-known games retailer based in Guatemala, which included both Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4 for a possible November release.

However, Ubisoft’s communications prior to and after the official unveiling suggest this listing was either mistaken or prematurely posted. Summary Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake is officially slated for release on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC.

Despite fleeting evidence of a Nintendo Switch version, Ubisoft has since removed all references and indicated no current plans to bring the title to the Switch.

The situation is a testament to the fast-paced nature of game announcement cycles, where retailer leaks and social media missteps can create confusion, even as developers and industry analysts seek to clarify the facts.

Ubisoft continues to be a dominant force in revitalizing legacy franchises, and their commitment to transparency will be closely watched as this highly anticipated release moves closer to launch.

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