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  • Summary: Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands is the next chapter in the Sands of Time universe. Visiting his brother's kingdom following his adventure in Azad, the Prince finds the royal palace under siege from a mighty army bent on its destruction. When the decision is made to use the ancientPrince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands is the next chapter in the Sands of Time universe. Visiting his brother's kingdom following his adventure in Azad, the Prince finds the royal palace under siege from a mighty army bent on its destruction. When the decision is made to use the ancient power of the Sand in a desperate gamble to save the kingdom from total annihilation, the Prince embarks on an epic adventure in which he learns to bear the mantle of true leadership, and discover that great power often comes with a great cost. [Ubisoft] Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 41 out of 69
  2. Negative: 0 out of 69
  1. With an interesting story and unique villains and ancient lore, you will be hopelessly captivated from start to finish each and every time you play this game.
  2. Long time fans might snicker at another version of the Prince, after having to adjust to the new 'Prince of Persia' in 2008. However, 'The Forgotten Sands' isn't that bad, it is actually really good, and even better yet, it's not a movie-tie in placeholder, it's a real game!
  3. Lighter, more focused and ultimately more linear than its predecessors, Forgotten Sands never quite feels like a "real" Prince of Persia game, but its popcorn plot and slickly designed, trap-filled environments make it wildly enjoyable anyway.
  4. 75
    All in all I don't hate The Forgotten Sands, I just feel like this game was put out to capitalize on the release of the movie. I know that Ubisoft said the game was in the making before they launched the 2008 PoP, but I don't buy it.
  5. Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands marks Ubisoft’s intended return to an old gameplay formula, mixing platform elements with hack-n-slash fights and a wise sprinkle of puzzles. The idea is good and suggestive too, but some minor shortcomings and – most of all – a very limited longevity have jeopardized the final outcome.
  6. As a game in the here and now, The Forgotten Sands can feel dated, its hero outshone by glossy new kids on the block like Nathan Drake.
  7. Backwards-looking and unnecessary tie-in/remake which leaves the Prince needing yet another reboot.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 20
  2. Negative: 1 out of 20
  1. Feb 27, 2012
    10
    AMAZING! game.. One of the Best games in the Prince of persia series.. Very underrated! I dont get how people hate it, if you actuallyAMAZING! game.. One of the Best games in the Prince of persia series.. Very underrated! I dont get how people hate it, if you actually finished the game you will know its one of the best adventure games this gen! I recommend it to everyone who like hack'n'Slash/adventure games Expand
  2. Dec 10, 2014
    10
    AWESOME! Spectacular! I had so much fun playing this game! I liked it better then the 2008 game because it wasn't so easy and reallyAWESOME! Spectacular! I had so much fun playing this game! I liked it better then the 2008 game because it wasn't so easy and really challenged me. It really went back to the beauty of the first game but in a totally original way. I really enjoyed the voice acting especially the Prince. Razia was beautifully done as well. There were times I didn't think Id be able to make it (lol the water running) but I did and I was so glad it wasn't possible to cheat. The story is superb and beautifully written the ending was bitter sweet :(

    Thank you for making this game. Please continue with this series it is special.
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  3. Aug 5, 2020
    9
    excelente jogo para Xbox 360, boa dinâminca de jogo, com história legal... gostei muito!!
  4. Aug 19, 2010
    8
    Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands marks the return of the prince we all know and love. While the game isnâ
  5. Sep 10, 2023
    8
    I like it a very good prince of Persia game the time stop for water is amazing and the fighting could do with a make over but it is what it is
  6. Jun 9, 2012
    7
    This game wasnt horrible...it just wasnt a good game. It was simply okay. It had decent combat and an okay story. I liked the elementalThis game wasnt horrible...it just wasnt a good game. It was simply okay. It had decent combat and an okay story. I liked the elemental control but I wish they had fleshed it out more. Same with the fights themselves. It was just hack through the same enemies over and over. I wasnt dissapointed. I was just unimpressed. Im split between a 6 and a 7. Ill just be nice and let it have a 7. Expand
  7. Apr 8, 2011
    0
    Can't get past the beginning because I keep falling asleep. I don't even care if it gets better later at this point. Nothing could be worthCan't get past the beginning because I keep falling asleep. I don't even care if it gets better later at this point. Nothing could be worth this slow grind. Expand

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