: Jump (2) then attack mid-air — good for aerial enemies.
The mobile version of Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands includes several features that are specifically designed for mobile devices:
Originally developed for , Windows Phone , and Android (early versions), the game is now largely unavailable on modern app stores. However, enthusiasts often access it through various modern methods:
The gameplay is divided into several key components:
The narrative remains broadly similar: The Prince travels to his brother Malik’s kingdom to learn how to control the Sands of Time. However, the mobile version streamlines the dialogue and focuses on the relationship between the Prince and a female spirit trapped within a magical medallion (a mechanic reminiscent of Elika from The Forgotten Sands console, but executed with more charm).
: Engage in battles against waves of monsters using simple but effective sword-fighting mechanics. Combat often triggers in locked rooms where you must defeat all enemies to proceed. Story & Progression
Unlike the 3D free-roaming console version, The Forgotten Sands mobile is a . This was the golden era of Java-based cinematic platformers—games like Dante’s Inferno mobile or Assassin’s Creed: Altair’s Chronicles . The Prince runs from left to right (and occasionally into the background/foreground), but the camera dynamically zooms and pans to create a sense of scale.
The mobile version features fast-paced platforming and combat tailored for handheld devices.