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The Sixth Axis

Rayman Legends Retold Preview – A gorgeous 3D remake, but who is it for?

Rayman Legends Retold is a 3D remake of the original 2D platformer, rebuilt in the Snowdrop engine with expanded story elements, new cutscenes, and additional music. While the core gameplay remains faithful and enjoyable, the article questions the necessity of this remake given the original's enduring visual appeal and gameplay quality. New levels, a new world, and dragon-riding sections are included, alongside new compositions from Christophe Herbal and Grant Kirkhope.

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Rock Paper Shotgun

Rayman Legends was a timeless 2D platformer with beautiful art, but I'll grudgingly admit that its remake is an improvement

Rayman Legends Retold, a remake of the 2013 2D platformer, is discussed as an improvement over the original. While the core level design remains faithful, the remake by Ubisoft Montpellier and Ubisoft Milan introduces new 3D animated assets, enhanced hub worlds, and new gameplay elements like dragon rides, enriching the interstitial moments and boss encounters.

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PC Gamer

I played 3 hours of the Rayman Legends 3D remake—and while I miss the 2D artstyle, boy is it still pretty

Ubisoft is developing Rayman Legends Retold, a 3D remake of the 2013 platformer Rayman Legends, with Ubisoft Milan and Montpellier handling development. The remake features a top-to-bottom recreation of the original game, adding voice acting, cutscenes, and overworld maps to create a more cohesive world. Rayman Legends Retold is scheduled for release on October 1 and will include a new sixth world, "The Land of the Livid Dead," with new platforming mechanics and dragon riding segments.

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Retro Gamer

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.

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Tech Radar

‘We don't use AI in the project; everything is handcrafted’: Rayman Legends Retold artists on the…

Ubisoft has announced Rayman Legends Retold, a remake of the beloved platformer featuring a new 3D art style. Artists Desislava Tanova and Alice Pisoni emphasized that the game's visuals are entirely handcrafted, with no AI used in development. The team focused on translating the original's charm into a detailed 3D environment while maintaining visual clarity for gameplay.

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Nintendo Life

Hands On: Rayman Legends Retold - Somehow, Legends Returned, But...Why?

Rayman Legends Retold is a visually overhauled version of the 2013 platformer, featuring a new seventh world, additional levels, and updated 3D Dragon Ride sequences. Developed using Ubisoft's Snowdrop engine, the game aims to be a foundation for the franchise's future, though its necessity as a remake is questioned given the existing Definitive Edition. The new visual style, while technically impressive, may detract from the original's charm for some players.

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PC Gamer

The Rayman Legends remake has brought on Banjo Kazooie and DK64 composer Grant Kirkhope, who can apparently spin up gold…

Rayman Legends Retold, a 3D remake of the 2013 platformer, has been announced and will feature a new soundtrack by original composer Christophe Héral and industry veteran Grant Kirkhope. Kirkhope, known for his work on Banjo Kazooie and Donkey Kong 64, is praised for his ability to match the game's humorous tone and his rapid composition speed. The remake was revealed during a PlayStation State of Play event.

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Retro Gamer

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.

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Gamespot

Rayman Legends Retold Is More Than A Remake–It Could Be The Future Of The Series

Rayman Legends Retold is a remake of the 2013 classic, but it goes beyond a simple graphical update. It features a completely new 3D art direction, an expanded story with a new antagonist, and an additional game world with new levels and boss battles. This reimagining could serve as a foundation for the future of the Rayman franchise, blending its 2D roots with 3D visuals. The game is set to release on October 1, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.

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Engadget

A Rayman Legends remake will arrive on October 1

Rayman Legends Retold, a remake of Rayman Legends, is set to release on October 1 for $40. The announcement indicates a new version of the classic platformer is coming soon.

Nintendo Life

'Rayman Legends Retold' Brings The Beloved Platformer Back To Switch 2 This Year

Ubisoft has announced Rayman Legends Retold, a new package for the Nintendo Switch 2, set to release on October 1st for $39.99. This version of the beloved platformer features significantly updated visuals with more detailed backgrounds, dynamic camera angles, and redesigned characters, alongside new levels and 3D sequences.

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My Nintendo News

Rayman Legends: Retold launches 1st October for Switch 2

Ubisoft has officially announced Rayman Legends: Retold, a remake of the acclaimed platformer, set to launch on October 1st, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch 2. The physical release will also include Rayman Origins Enhanced, a remastered version of the original Rayman Origins.

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IGN

Rayman Legends Retold Reimagines Ubisoft's Classic Platformer With 3D Visuals

Ubisoft has officially announced Rayman Legends Retold, a reimagining of the classic platformer featuring 3D visuals. The announcement follows earlier leaks regarding the title.

Playstation US

Rayman Legends Retold out October 1 on PS5

Rayman Legends Retold, a 3D reimagining of the platformer, is set to launch on PlayStation 5 on October 1. The game will feature new content, narrative twists, stunning 3D visuals, an expanded soundtrack, and fully voiced characters. It will also include couch co-op for up to four players and a revamped Kung Foot mode. Pre-orders for the Standard and Deluxe Editions are available, with the Deluxe Edition including the Rayman Origins: Enhanced Edition.

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Retro Gamer

Rayman is back, as Ubisoft confirms the long-rumored Rayman Legends remake is coming this year

Ubisoft has confirmed the long-rumored Rayman Legends remake, titled Rayman Legends Retold, is set to launch on October 1, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. This remake will feature a 3D graphical overhaul while maintaining 2D gameplay, and will include new levels and potentially new voice acting. Pre-orders may grant access to an enhanced edition of Rayman Origins.

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The Sixth Axis

Rayman Legends Retold is remaking one of the best platformers

Ubisoft has announced Rayman Legends Retold, a remake of the 2013 platformer Rayman Legends, set to launch on October 1, 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. This remake rebuilds the 2D platformer in the 3D Snowdrop engine, adding new levels, a new world called the Land of the Livid Dead, voice-acted cutscenes, and new music.

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Gematsu

Rayman Legends Retold announced for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC

Ubisoft has announced Rayman Legends Retold, a new version of the acclaimed platformer. The game is set to release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Further details about the development studios involved were also revealed.

Nintendo Everything

Rayman Legends Retold announced for Nintendo Switch 2

Ubisoft has officially announced Rayman Legends Retold, a remake of the 2013 platformer, for the Nintendo Switch 2, launching October 1, 2026. The remake features overhauled 2.5D/3D visuals, a new villain, story, realm, and expanded soundtrack, alongside the return of Kung Foot and up to four-player couch co-op.

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Niche Gamer

Rayman Legends: Retold announced

Ubisoft has officially announced Rayman Legends: Retold, a reimagined remake of the original platformer, following an earlier leak. The game is scheduled to be released on October 1st of this year.

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Push Square

Rayman Returns in a Stunning Modern Retelling of Legends on PS5

Ubisoft has officially announced two new Rayman titles for PlayStation 5: Rayman Legends Retold, a reimagining of Rayman Legends with new 3D visuals and an emphasis on storytelling, and Rayman Origins: Enhanced Edition, a remaster of its predecessor. Both games are set to release on October 1, 2026, with the Enhanced Edition of Origins featuring 4K resolution, 60fps, and haptic feedback.

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