Farah Goes from Damsel to Fighter: The Sands of Time Remake Gets a Makeover
Ah, the classic tale of Prince of Persia and his trusty sidekick, Farah, who just couldn’t catch a break. In a shocking twist, a leaked memo (yes, those totally horse-drawn carriages with fancy stationery) claims the upcoming remake may finally give Farah a bit more muscle. Apparently, being the damsel in distress was so last century.
During a riveting internal presentation, some slides slipped out into the wild, falling into the hands of eager YouTubers like clumsily tossed bread crumbs. Those slides featured everything from thrilling motion capture moments to alpha gameplay foreshadowing the magic of the original—but with an extra dollop of sass. Although the video was being swiftly yanked down (thanks, copyright thugs!), a valiant source like The Game Post managed to sneak a peek at the juicy details.
The Comeback of the Princess
Farah first graced the screens in the 2003 version of Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time. She accompanied our suave protagonist on his many escapades. However, she had an unfortunate tendency to call for help whenever an enemy showed up. Just picture it: the Prince slicing through foes while Farah’s contribution mostly involved yelling for assistance. Talk about a competitive partnership!
Not surprisingly, an enemy killing off Farah would lead to mission failure. Because what kind of hero loses his combat buddy on a routine quest, right? (Those were some serious trust issues at play.)
Farah 2.0: The Independent Enchantress
But wait! The leaked details indicate that in the Sands of Time remake, Farah is not just tagging along for the ride anymore. No need for the Prince to babysit her in epic skirmishes. Oh no, dear gamers, she’s stepping up to the plate. The presentation (which reads like a magical scroll of future gameplay) declared that Farah will take care of herself—and can now wield her bow with the finesse of a seasoned warrior. That’s right, she’s infinitely more capable—and likely dangerously vengeful if one happens to forget her power.
The gameplay itself is getting a modern twist (thank goodness; that old combat system was as outdated as dial-up internet). With a mix of classic moves and shiny new ones, battles will feel fresh—because who needs an escort mission when your sidekick can shoot arrows like a professional?
What Happened to This Prince Anyway?
When the remake was first announced in September 2020, expectations were high. Development started two and a half years prior at some top-notch Indian studios. Fans were gearing up for a January 2021 release, but then came the dreaded criticisms—cue dramatic sigh. The plans got tangled up in delays, and as fate would have it, Ubisoft Montreal (the original creators of the glory years) took over in 2023 to put things right.
Now, the latest gossip on the block claims a planned release in 2026. Rumor has it that Ubisoft Toronto, known for chart-topping titles like Far Cry 5 and Watch Dogs Legion, decided to lend some serious firepower to this remake. Does this mean the golden era of Prince of Persia is on the horizon, ready to dazzle the gaming community once more? Only time (and a reliable release date) will tell.
