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gaming10 days ago•7 min saved

Ubisoft trims its slate: six projects canceled in restructuring

Ubisoft reportedly canceled six in-development games amid restructuring, including the Prince of Persia: Sands of Time Remake and several new IPs, with Assassin’s Creed projects also affected (Rebellion stop updates and Singularity moving to mobile). The Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Remake isn’t said to be canceled and may be revealed in April, while projects like Project Ether and Project Pathfinder (and Crest) were canceled or reworked at Ubisoft Halifax.

via My Nintendo News|

#assassin-creed #game-development #gaming

gaming21 days ago•9 min saved

Dagger in the Box: Sands of Time Remake Press Kit Hints at Near Release

Eurogamer reports that Ubisoft's Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake press kit reportedly included a golden dagger, underscoring how close the project was to release before being cancelled as part of Ubisoft's company-wide reset; the remake, first shown in 2020, endured multiple delays and a 2023 reboot before the project was scrapped alongside other titles.

via Eurogamer|

#dagger-collectible #gaming #press-kit

technology28 days ago•15 min saved

Leaked Sands of Time Test Footage Sparks Renewed Buzz After Cancellation

Pre-alpha workshop footage of the Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake leaked online after Ubisoft canceled the project, showing refreshed visuals and parkour sequences; fans debate the quality versus the cancellation, while Ubisoft cites unmet quality standards and there are reports of potential layoffs at its Paris HQ.

via TechPowerUp|

#leak #prince-of-persia #remake

gaming29 days ago•4 min saved

Leaked Pre-Alpha Images Spotlight the Lost Sands of Time Remake

Ubisoft canceled the Prince of Persia: Sands of Time Remake after a company-wide reset, saying the project didn’t meet new quality standards despite promising early visuals; leaked 2024 pre-alpha workshop images circulated online, fueling fan mourning as Beyond Good & Evil 2 remained in production and the company faced layoffs and leadership scrutiny.

via Wccftech|

#cancellation #gaming #pre-alpha-leak

business1 month ago•16 min saved

Ubisoft's Reset: Layoffs, Canceled Titles, and a Hard Return-to-Office Push

Ubisoft announced a broad organizational reset including selective studio closures, cancellations of six titles (notably a Prince of Persia project), delays to seven more, and a five‑day-a-week in-office mandate as part of a plan to save about €200 million. The company intends a “Creative House” structure focused on open-world, live-service experiences and has signaled ongoing restructurings to become more focused, efficient and sustainable amid industry shifts toward mobile gaming and capital-efficient development.

via Deadline|

#business #cost-savings #layoffs

news1 month ago•46 min saved

Ubisoft's Bold Reorg Nixes Prince of Persia Remake and Reshapes Studio Network

Ubisoft announced a major restructuring to refocus on large open‑world and live‑service games, canceling the Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time remake and six other titles, while shuttering studios in Halifax and Stockholm and restructuring others (Abu Dhabi, RedLynx, Massive). Seven games are delayed, including an unannounced project. The company will organize development into five Creative Houses, backed by a Creative Network, and is accelerating investments in player‑facing Generative AI, with plans to bring staff back to the office five days a week.

via The Verge|

#generative-ai #news #prince-of-persia

gaming1 month ago•33 min saved

Prince of Persia: Sands of Time Remake Gets ESRB Rating, Triggers Release Speculation

An ESRB rating briefly surfaced for Prince of Persia: Sands of Time Remake, sparking release speculation, but the rating may be outdated and the ESRB listing has since been removed. The rating notes the game is a third‑person action‑adventure with blood, partial nudity, sexual themes and violence, including sword combat and puzzle/trap sequences. Insider Gaming previously circulated a mid‑January release window and listed Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS4 and PC as targets, with no mention of PS5 or Nintendo Switch 2; Ubisoft has not officially announced a date yet.

via Insider Gaming|

#esrb-rating #gaming #prince-of-persia

gaming1 year ago•2 min saved

Snag Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown for $15 in Pre-Black Friday Sale

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is available for $14.97 on PS5 at Amazon, a $35 discount, and $17.97 on Nintendo Switch at Walmart as part of early Black Friday deals. The game has been praised for its classic feel and modern polish, receiving an 8/10 rating from IGN. Ubisoft faces a challenging year with disappointing returns from other titles and delays in major projects, but the discounted price offers a chance for fans to enjoy this well-received release.

via IGN|

#black-friday #gaming #nintendo-switch

gaming-deals1 year ago•3 min saved

"Dragon's Dogma II, Prince of Persia, and AC Mirage Hit Record Low Sales"

Major discounts have been announced for several popular games, including historic lows for Dragon's Dogma II, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, and Assassin's Creed Mirage. Additionally, Meta Quest 3 accessories are available at 30% off. Various other gaming deals across platforms like Nintendo Switch, PC, Xbox, and PlayStation are also highlighted.

via IGN|

#assassins-creed-mirage #discounts #dragons-dogma-ii

gaming1 year ago•2 min saved

"The Rogue Prince of Persia: A Deadly Metroidvania Adventure"

The developers of The Rogue Prince of Persia had to alter their game's story to avoid conflicts with the recently released Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown. Despite some initial narrative clashes, Ubisoft allowed Evil Empire to create a unique take on the character, emphasizing agility and limited magical abilities, while restricting the use of certain iconic elements like the Sands of Time daggers.

via Gamesradar|

#game-development #gaming #metroidvania

gaming1 year ago•2 min saved

"Rogue Prince of Persia: A New Roguelite Adventure in Early Access"

The next game in the Prince of Persia series, titled The Rogue Prince of Persia, is set to be developed by Dead Cells studio Evil Empire and will launch in Early Access on May 14, 2024. The game will feature a stylish new art direction and gameplay, blending 2D platformer elements with metroidvania and roguelite features. The announcement follows rumors of the game's existence, with the official reveal coming at the end of the Triple-i Initiative Showcase. While the release date for the full version is yet to be announced, the game is set to enter Early Access on Steam next month.

via Kotaku|

#dead-cells #evil-empire #gaming

gaming1 year ago•1 min saved

"Dead Cells Studio Announces New Prince of Persia Game with Roguelike Elements"

Ubisoft has announced a new Prince of Persia game, "The Rogue Prince of Persia," developed in collaboration with Evil Empire, the studio behind Dead Cells. Set for release on Steam early access on May 14, the game is a sidescrolling roguelite featuring the iconic Prince of Persia moveset and Persian-inspired biomes. Players can expect a variety of weapons and gameplay experiences, with plans for updates based on early access feedback.

via Engadget|

#dead-cells #evil-empire #gaming

gaming1 year ago•1 min saved

"Rogue Prince of Persia: A New 2D Roguelite Adventure Revealed"

The Rogue Prince of Persia, a roguelite game developed by Evil Empire, is set to launch on Steam Early Access in May 2024, with platforms other than PC yet to be confirmed. The game aims to blend challenging platforming with the series' acrobatics and features a hand-drawn art style. While its release on Nintendo Switch is uncertain, it marks the second Prince of Persia game release in a year, following the franchise's venture into the Metroidvania genre in January.

via Nintendo Life|

#evil-empire #gaming #nintendo-switch

gaming1 year ago•7 min saved

"Top Picks from the Triple-i Showcase"

The first Triple-i showcase featured a no-nonsense approach with 45 minutes of indie game announcements, including Slay the Spire 2, The Rogue Prince of Persia, Vampire Survivors on PlayStation, Darkest Dungeon 2's new Kingdoms mode, and 33 Immortals. Other notable reveals included V Rising's Legacy of Castlevania crossover, Palworld's Arena mode, and upcoming games like Dinolords, Kill Knight, Never Alone 2, Cataclismo, What the Car?, Rakugaki: RKGK, Hyper Light Breaker, and Tchia coming to Switch.

via Eurogamer.net|

#gaming #indie-games #prince-of-persia

gaming1 year ago•5 min saved

"Ubisoft's New Prince of Persia Roguelike: The Rogue Enters Early Access"

Ubisoft announced a new roguelite sidescrolling game called The Rogue: Prince of Persia, developed by Evil Empire, which combines the Prince of Persia series' acrobatic combat and platforming with roguelite elements like procedurally generated stages and randomized loot drops. The game, set to launch in Early Access on May 14, emphasizes fluid platforming and combat, and features a unique wall-run mechanic. It also incorporates storytelling and a memory board system, allowing players to track interactions with supporting characters. The developers aim to stay true to the classic Prince of Persia formula while offering a stylized approach to the roguelite genre.

via Game Developer|

#evil-empire #gaming #prince-of-persia