Ubisoft unveils new details on Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands for the Nintendo Wii.

Developed by Ubisoft’s Quebec City Studio, the latest in the Prince of Persia series will be available on pretty much every platform there is, but the Wii version has been “built from the ground up” in order to make the most out of its capabilities. Set within the Sands of Time universe, gamers will once again take on the role of the Prince, this time, in an adventure that sees him mastering powers that transcend both nature and time.

Just before Christmas we posted the initial details surrounding the game, along with the announcement trailer which you can check out here.

Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands will feature…

• Classic Gameplay Reinvented: By utilizing the Prince’s acrobatic prowess, players will be able to perform unparalleled feats from maneuvering through treacherous traps and combating massive enemies, to solving elaborate puzzles in an effort to survive.
• Impressive Graphics for Wii: Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands utilizes advanced technologies to deliver a smooth, clear and impressive graphical experience on the Wii. With 15 hours of original storyline as well as alternate paths, secret areas and unlockables, The Forgotten Sands™ provides players with a significant adventure that rewards exploration and encourages replay ability.
• Create Your Own Path: The Prince will possess supreme mastery over his environment and enemies. By manipulating his power over sand, The Prince will uncover new areas to explore that will only be accessible by wielding his new powers, skills and abilities.
• A Blockbuster Experience: Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands will treat players to a variety of unforgettable locales that complement the Wii’s unique controls and capabilities. Epic in-game moments aim to have fans on the edge of their seats as the Prince battles with ferocious beasts and colossal bosses.

Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands is currently scheduled for release on 14th May 2010 on the Nintendo Wii, Nintendo DS/DSi, as well as the PS3, Xbox360, PSP, and Windows PC.

Press release [Ubisoft via Games Press]