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When Ubisoft released Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands in 2010, it was positioned as a bridge between The Sands of Time trilogy and the then-upcoming movie. While console and PC players received a solid, if slightly formulaic, action-platformer, a completely separate version of the game was crafted for a much smaller screen: Java ME (feature phones) and later iOS/Android.
Often overlooked in the franchise’s history, Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands on mobile is a fascinating artifact—a testament to how developers adapted AAA game design for the pre-iPhone revolution era and the early days of touchscreen gaming.
| Problem | Solution | |---------|----------| | Game lags on phone | Lower screen brightness, close background apps. | | Can’t rewind | Make sure sand tank not empty — kill enemies first. | | Stuck in wall | Use rewind to go back a few seconds. | | Touchscreen controls unresponsive | Use keypad version if possible; otherwise recalibrate screen in settings. |
Title: A Prince that still delivers – Forgotten Sands on mobile
🎮 Graphics: 8/10 – Impressive for its time, with detailed environments and smooth animations. Slightly lower texture resolution than console, but still immersive. prince of persia the forgotten sands mobile
🎮 Controls: 7/10 – Virtual buttons take getting used to, but customizable layout helps. Tilt controls for balancing beams feel responsive.
🎮 Length: 6–8 hours – Shorter than console version but perfect for mobile sessions.
🎮 Verdict: If you miss classic Prince of Persia platforming and don’t mind touchscreen quirks, this is a solid pick. It captures the acrobatic spirit of the series without constant microtransactions.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5)
Best for: Fans of action-platformers, Prince of Persia series, offline gaming. When Ubisoft released Prince of Persia: The Forgotten
General path: Fight → platform → puzzle → mini-boss → boss.
Level 1–3 (Learning phase)
Level 4–6 (Time powers unlocked)
Level 7–9 (Harder traps)
Final boss (Sand Wraith)
Title: Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands
Genre: Action / Platformer / Adventure
Rating: PEGI 12 / ESRB Teen
Description:
Relive the epic adventure of the Prince in The Forgotten Sands, optimized for mobile devices with intuitive touch controls and stunning visuals. Following the events of The Sands of Time, the Prince travels to his brother’s kingdom to learn the secrets of rebuilding an army—only to unleash a supernatural force that threatens to destroy everything.
Mobile Exclusive Features:
Would you like a level-by-level walkthrough for a specific part (e.g., final boss strategy or water temple puzzle)?