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Rediscovering my PS Vita has left me despairing for PlayStation's all-digital future
Rediscovering the PlayStation Vita has led to despair over Sony's all-digital future, particularly with the upcoming closure of the Vita's digital store. This move, coupled with the anticipated all-digital nature of the PlayStation 6 and the cessation of physical disc releases by 2028, raises concerns about game preservation and the ability to share or resell games in the future.
Ranked: The 10 Most Punishing Games the ’90s Ever Produced
This article ranks the 10 most punishing games released in the 1990s, highlighting titles that were intentionally designed to be extremely difficult. Games like Super Ghouls 'n Ghosts, Contra: Hard Corps, and Battletoads are discussed for their brutal challenges, with some difficulty attributed to business models rather than pure design.
What are we all playing this weekend?
Several members of the gaming team shared their weekend plans, which include continuing walkthroughs of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Lords of the Fallen, trying out demos for Onimusha: Way of the Sword and Lullabies Made of Static, and returning to games like Soulframe and Overwatch. One team member is also focusing on coding a game prototype with their brother.
Sony sees your Steam Summer Sale, raises you an Astro Bot discount that you just can't miss
Sony is offering a significant discount on the PlayStation 5 exclusive Astro Bot, reducing its price to $39 from $59.99. This deal is particularly notable as the game has maintained its value since its release nearly two years ago. The article also mentions other PS5 game deals and upcoming sales events like Prime Day.
Ubisoft lays off more staff and closes two studios
Ubisoft is closing its studios in Winnipeg and Belgrade and implementing further layoffs, potentially affecting up to 380 employees. The Winnipeg studio contributed to Rainbow Six Mobile, while Belgrade supported titles like Steep and Skull and Bones. Additional job cuts are expected at Ubisoft Barcelona, Ubisoft San Francisco, and within the Rainbow Six Siege development team.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (6th June)
This weekend's gaming plans include finishing up titles like Mina and Indiana Jones, diving into new experiences such as 007: First Light and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, and revisiting older games like XGRA and Sin & Punishment. Staff also mention upcoming releases like Star Fox and potential Nintendo Direct announcements.
Ubisoft says a remake of original Rayman game would be near on impossible
Ubisoft producer Loic Gounon stated that remaking the original Rayman game is a near-impossible mission due to its old-school game design. He suggested that Rayman Origins serves as a spiritual successor, capturing the essence of the original while modernizing it. Rayman Legends Retold is set to release on October 1st.
Ubisoft all but rules out a Rayman 1 remake, says it’s near impossible to do
Ubisoft has indicated that a remake of the original Rayman game is highly unlikely due to its difficult nature and the belief that Rayman Origins serves as a spiritual reboot. Brand producer Loic Gounon stated that remaking Rayman 1 would be 'near a mission impossible' if its core mechanics were to be preserved. The company is focusing on the franchise's 30th anniversary with releases like Rayman Legends Retold and enhanced editions of existing titles.
A Rayman 1 remake is basically "mission impossible" for Ubisoft, Rayman Legends Retold producer says –…
Loic Gounon, producer for Rayman Legends Retold, explained that remaking the original Rayman is considered a "mission impossible" due to its dated game design. He stated that Rayman Origins served as a reboot for the original game's concepts. Gounon confirmed that Rayman Legends was chosen for remake because it encompasses all characters and elements from the series.
Rayman Legends Retold has me struggling to justify its place as a remake, but with platforming this good I can't…
Rayman Legends Retold is a faithful remake of the 2013 platformer, built on the original's level design data and featuring a shift to 3D graphics with new details and four additional musical levels. Ubisoft aims to use this remake to relaunch the Rayman brand and pave the way for future 3D Rayman games. The title is set to release on October 1, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Rumor Mill
A rumor suggests that remakes and remasters of the game Rayman are in development and may be revealed soon. The leak comes from VGC, indicating potential upcoming announcements for the classic franchise.
Another unannounced Rayman game, Rayman Origins: Enhanced Edition, briefly popped up on the Xbox Store
An unannounced Rayman Origins: Enhanced Edition briefly appeared on the Xbox Store, detailing features like 4K resolution and 60 FPS, alongside a peculiar $1,999.99 price tag. This follows a similar leak for a Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition, with series creator Michel Ancel previously teasing a remake of the original Rayman game.
Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition Review | TheXboxHub
Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition offers a nostalgic trip back to the original 1995 platformer, featuring multiple emulated versions and a new history mode. While the collection preserves the original's eccentric charm and challenging gameplay, some dated level design elements and a reworked soundtrack may not appeal to all fans.
Atari acquires emulation studio Implicit Conversions
Atari has acquired emulation studio Implicit Conversions, which specializes in porting classic games to modern platforms using proprietary technology. Implicit Conversions has previously worked with Atari on titles like Mortal Kombat: Legacy Collection and Rayman. This acquisition, following previous purchases of Digital Eclipse and Nightdive Studios, strengthens Atari's capabilities in retro game preservation and emulation.
Atari acquires emulation studio Implicit Conversions
Atari has acquired emulation specialist Implicit Conversions and its proprietary Syrup engine, which is capable of bringing 8-bit, 16-bit, and 32-bit games to modern consoles like the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. This acquisition aims to strengthen Atari's position in the retro market and enhance its game preservation capabilities.
Tom Henderson says Rayman remake is progressing well
Journalist Tom Henderson reports that a remake of the game Rayman is progressing well at Ubisoft. While the specific title being remade is unconfirmed, rumors suggest it could be Rayman Legends. Additionally, Rayman creator Michel Ancel has indicated that Ubisoft is planning an HD remake of the original Rayman game.
Now Playing at SUPERJUMP: Issue 39
SUPERJUMP's Issue 39 features the team discussing their current gaming experiences. Titles highlighted include the addictive digging game DigDigDrill on Nintendo Switch, the expansive JRPG Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth – Hacker's Memory, and the classic platformer Rayman. Other games discussed are Shin Megami Tensei, Pokémon Legends: Arceus, the racing game BallisticNG with its new DLC, Red Dead Redemption via backwards compatibility, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, the survival game Cairn, Resident Evil 4 Remake, Dead Space Remake, and Borderlands 3.
Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition Version 1.1 Update Adding Fixes and QoL Improvements
Ubisoft is releasing version 1.1 for Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition in mid-April 2026, introducing significant gameplay fixes and quality-of-life improvements. The update addresses issues with save games, input lag, sound effects, and visual choppiness, while also adding an option to deactivate the rewind feature. This edition includes multiple game versions, extra levels, a new soundtrack by Christophe Héral, and an interactive documentary.
Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition Gets First Update Mid-April, Improves Rewind & Saves
Ubisoft has announced an upcoming patch for Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition, scheduled for release in April. This update will address issues with input lag, the rewind feature, and save data, while also improving the fluidity of the rewind function and reducing input lag on the Jaguar version. The patch notes also detail fixes for game progress loss, sound effects, and graphical choppiness.
Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition 1.1 update announced, patch notes
Ubisoft and Digital Eclipse have announced an upcoming version 1.1 update for Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition, expected in early to mid-April. This patch introduces several quality-of-life improvements, including better legacy save game management and an option to disable the Rewind feature. Numerous general fixes are also included, addressing issues with game progress loss, sound effects, gameplay choppiness, and crashes across various platform versions.
