《波斯王子：遺忘之砂》（Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands / プリンス・オブ・ペルシャ：忘却の砂）是Ubisoft於2010年推出的《波斯王子》系列作品之一。Wii版本由Ubisoft Quebec工作室獨立開發，並非其他平台的移植版，是針對Wii量身打造、擁有獨立劇情與操作系統的原創版本。在玩法與關卡設計上展現出與系列其他作品截然不同的風格。

劇情方面，背景設定在《波斯王子：時之砂》與《武者之心》之間，採用原創的故事線。主角「王子」在追尋兄長的旅途中來到神祕的被遺忘王國，在那裡遇見守護精靈「Razia」，得知整個王國正被一股由古代邪靈引發的沙之災難吞噬。為阻止這場浩劫，必須深入失落的宮殿與神廟遺跡，擊敗由沙粒構成的怪物，並與Raziah合作，解開王國過去的秘密。整個劇情呈現方式有如東方奇幻冒險童話，節奏明快、結構緊湊，同時保持《波斯王子》系列一貫的命運與救贖主題。

操作系統徹底運用Wii遙控器與Nunchuk的體感功能。透過遙控器揮動進行近戰攻擊，利用Nunchuk操控角色移動與閃避。此外還有專屬於Wii版本的魔法與能力使用方式：例如，用遙控器對畫面特定目標指向並按下按鈕，啟動空氣牆（Air Wall）作為平台延伸，或用揮動來控制時間的減緩與回溯。這些動作多半需要準確配合場景機關解謎或進行平台跳躍，使操作感更具沉浸感。

戰鬥方面，偏重動作與節奏感，而非連招系統。敵人類型雖然變化不多，但透過大量場景陷阱與魔法配合，例如製造沙漠龍捲風、召喚飛行精靈輔助戰鬥，讓戰鬥保有新鮮度。關卡則設計為線性推進結構，並穿插大量跑酷平台元素，包括牆壁奔跑、連續跳躍、空中轉折等動作，這些設計仍保有系列經典的風格。最值得一提的是，特別加入與精靈「Raziah」合作的雙人機制—例如使用魔法在空中創造平台，跳過原本無法通過的區域，這在其他平台版本中並不存在。

視覺與音效表現方面，雖然受限於硬體機能，無法呈現與PS3或Xbox 360版本同等水準的畫質，但以Wii平台來說，其場景美術、角色動畫與特效仍屬上乘，尤其是在流動沙粒、古代宮殿光影與空氣魔法的演出上，展現出富有幻想色彩的波斯風情。背景音樂則融合中東風格與電影式配樂，增強冒險氛圍。

市場評價方面，整體收到的是正面偏中性的回應。玩家與評論普遍認為這是Ubisoft在Wii上少見的誠意之作，不僅不是草率移植，反而是針對平台特性重新設計的原創遊戲。尤其是關卡設計、體感操作整合與魔法解謎系統獲得肯定，被認為成功保留《波斯王子》核心魅力的同時，也發揮Wii的特長。然而也有部分批評指出動作感略顯簡化，戰鬥深度不足，部分體感操作過於依賴甩動，久玩易疲乏。

總體來說，這是將平台特性與經典遊戲精神巧妙融合的作品。不僅僅是系列的外傳，而是充滿原創性、帶有Wii獨特體驗的波斯冒險，至今仍被部分玩家視為被低估的佳作之一。尤其是對系列粉絲與喜愛平台動作與解謎的玩家而言，提供與眾不同的遺忘之旅。

Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands (Japanese title: プリンス・オブ・ペルシャ：忘却の砂) is one of the entries in Ubisoft’s Prince of Persia series, released in 2010. The Wii version, developed independently by Ubisoft Quebec, is not a port of other platforms’ versions but an original game specifically designed for the Wii. It features a completely distinct storyline and control system, showcasing a gameplay style that differs significantly from other entries in the series.

The story is set between Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time and Warrior Within, following an original narrative. The Prince, in search of his brother, arrives at a mysterious forgotten kingdom where he meets Razia, a guardian spirit. He learns that the kingdom is being consumed by a sand catastrophe unleashed by ancient dark spirits. To prevent the kingdom's destruction, the Prince must venture deep into lost palaces and temple ruins, battling sand-formed monsters and working alongside Razia to uncover the kingdom’s hidden past. The story is presented like an Oriental fantasy adventure tale—fast-paced, tightly structured, while retaining the series' recurring themes of fate and redemption.

The control system fully utilizes the Wii Remote and Nunchuk’s motion-sensing capabilities. Players swing the Wii Remote for melee attacks and use the Nunchuk to move and dodge. The game also introduces unique magical abilities tailored for the Wii: for example, by pointing at specific targets and pressing a button, players can create an Air Wall to extend platforms, or by swinging the remote, they can slow or rewind time. These mechanics are frequently integrated into puzzles and platforming challenges, enhancing the sense of immersion.

Combat emphasizes action and rhythm rather than complex combos. Although enemy variety is limited, battles stay fresh through creative use of environmental traps and magical powers, such as summoning desert tornadoes or calling on flying spirits for assistance. The level design follows a linear progression structure interwoven with classic Prince of Persia parkour elements—wall-running, chain jumps, aerial turns—preserving the series' signature movement style. Notably, the game introduces a unique co-op-like mechanic with Razia, such as creating temporary platforms mid-air to reach otherwise inaccessible areas, a feature absent from other platform versions.

Visually and aurally, while the Wii’s hardware limitations prevent it from matching the graphical fidelity of the PS3 or Xbox 360 versions, The Forgotten Sands stands out among Wii titles. Its environmental art, character animations, and effects—particularly flowing sands, the lighting of ancient palaces, and air-based magic—evoke a rich, fantastical Persian atmosphere. The soundtrack blends Middle Eastern motifs with cinematic orchestration, enhancing the sense of epic adventure.

In terms of market reception, the game received generally positive to mixed reviews. Both players and critics praised it as one of Ubisoft’s more earnest efforts on the Wii, highlighting that it was not a rushed port but an original game thoughtfully tailored to the platform’s strengths. The level design, integration of motion controls, and the magic-based puzzle system were particularly well-received, seen as successfully preserving the Prince of Persia spirit while embracing the Wii’s unique capabilities. However, some criticisms pointed out that the action felt somewhat simplified, the combat lacked depth, and the heavy reliance on motion gestures could become tiring during extended play sessions.

Overall, Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands for Wii is a smart fusion of platform-specific features and classic series spirit. It is not merely a side story, but an original Persian adventure offering a uniquely Wii experience, still regarded by some players as an underrated gem. For fans of the series and those who love platforming and puzzle-solving gameplay, it offers a memorable and distinctive forgotten journey.