Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown: See if it is a sequel or a new chapter in franchise

The Prince of Persia series, known for its time travel and multiverse elements, faces questions about whether The Lost Crown is a sequel or a reboot. The convoluted history of the franchise adds complexity to discerning its place in the overarching narrative.

The Sands of Time

The modern era of Prince of Persia began with the Sands of Time series, rebooting the franchise for a new generation. Following its release on PS2, GameCube, and Xbox, it spawned two direct sequels - Warrior Within and The Two Thrones.

In 2008, Ubisoft initiated another reboot with a different story, art style, and character cast for PS3 and Xbox 360, unrelated to the Sands of Time series. In 2010, The Forgotten Sands continued the Sands of Time continuity, tying up loose ends.


A remake of Sands of Time is in development but faced delays beyond 2023. The release of The Lost Crown may impact the remake's fate, yet Ubisoft remains silent on its cancellation.

The Lost Crown - A New Chapter?

Ubisoft, in a statement to RockPaperShotgun, clarified that The Lost Crown is "not a reboot, it’s a whole new chapter." The game introduces Sargon, a member of The Immortals, tasked with rescuing kidnapped Prince Ghassan in the cursed city of Mount Qaf.

The narrative connection to the Sands of Time series remains uncertain, with Ubisoft's affirmation that it is not a reboot. The link between Prince Ghassan, Sargon, and the previous Prince from Sands of Time is undisclosed. The Lost Crown's classification as a sequel or an entirely new story awaits confirmation.

FAQs

Is Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown connected to the Sands of Time series?
Ubisoft's statement indicates that The Lost Crown is a "whole new chapter," leaving the connection to Sands of Time unclear. The narrative ties between Sargon and the previous Prince remain unknown.

Could the release of The Lost Crown affect the Sands of Time remake?
Ubisoft has not confirmed the cancellation of the Sands of Time remake due to The Lost Crown's release. The fate of the remake remains uncertain as of now.