• The game is now preserved to run smoothly on modern systems •
August 18th, 2026 – Today, Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time joins the GOG Preservation Program with a major technical update to make this classic adventure run smoothly on modern PCs.
Our team has gone deep into the sands of the original Scimitar engine, rebuilding our early experimental work into a lightweight wrapper designed to address the challenges of running this 2003 classic on modern hardware.
The result brings a host of improvements without changing the experience at the heart of the game. The Prince can now properly explore modern widescreen and ultrawide displays, with customizable camera scaling that preserves the same vertical view across different aspect ratios. You can also lock the game to your preferred frame rate, keep your mouse confined to the game window when using multiple monitors, and adjust FOV and other settings on the fly through a new in-game overlay.
After all these years, the Prince’s journey deserves to remain playable for years to come. We hope these improvements make it easier than ever to step into the sands, rewind time, and experience one of gaming’s most memorable adventures on modern hardware!
About the GOG Preservation Program
The GOG Preservation Program is an official stamp on classic games that GOG has improved, with a commitment from GOG to maintain their compatibility.
About GOG
Founded in 2008, GOG is a leading European platform for digital game distribution that lets you legally and safely buy, download, and play the best editions of classic games, as well as newer releases and indies. Its mission is to Make Games Live Forever, which includes ensuring iconic games remain compatible with modern systems and supporting game preservation efforts.
