Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time combat guide: vault attacks, wall rebounds and protecting Farah
Defeat sand creatures reliably and choose alternatives when enemies counter a favorite move.
Edition covered
The original 2003 Sands of Time campaign. Ubisoft Steam pictures show the original PC game, not a remake or the later console HD collection.
Finish a fallen sand creature
Ordinary sword hits can knock an enemy down without removing it. Retrieve its sand with the dagger before it recovers, while watching the rest of the group for an incoming attack.
| Move | Useful role | Limitation |
|---|---|---|
| Sword combo | Damage and knock down enemies | Often needs a dagger finish |
| Dagger retrieval | Remove a fallen sand creature | Vulnerable if another attacker is close |
| Vault attack | Attack over a suitable enemy | Some enemies counter it |
| Wall rebound | Change angle and strike from a wall | Needs a clear wall approach |
| Block | Read an enemy’s attack timing | Does not solve every attack type |
Change moves when an enemy counters
Vault attacks work well against some opponents but are rejected by others. Blocking, wall rebounds and dagger powers provide alternatives; repeated failed vaults are a signal to change tactics.
| Situation | Immediate action | Follow-up |
|---|---|---|
| Enemy is down | Retrieve its sand when safe | Reposition before the next attack |
| Farah is under attack | Interrupt her attacker | Move the fight away from her |
| Vault repeatedly fails | Switch to another move | Watch that enemy’s response |
| Health is low | Find space or rewind a recent hit | Use water after the battle |
Keep Farah out of the crowd
Farah contributes arrows but can be overwhelmed. Move toward enemies attacking her and watch her bow-shaped health display during the shared encounters.
Use room geometry as part of combat
Walls and columns can help the Prince reposition or launch attacks. Fight where there is room to recover rather than getting pinned against a corner with Farah behind the same crowd.
Walls and columns can help the Prince reposition or launch attacks.
References
| Reference | Website |
|---|---|
| Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time publisher listing | store.steampowered.com |
| Official Sands of Time manual | store.steampowered.com |
| Original PC walkthrough | gamefaqs.gamespot.com |
| Puzzle walkthrough | www.gamespot.com |