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Rayman Legends Retold Announced
Ubisoft has announced Rayman Legends Retold, a reimagining of the 2013 platformer Rayman Legends. This announcement confirms recent rumors about the upcoming title in the Rayman series.
Rayman Legends Retold Officially Announced
Ubisoft has officially announced Rayman Legends Retold, a remake of Rayman Legends, during a recent State of Play event. Developed by Ubisoft Montpellier and Ubisoft Milan, the game will launch on October 1 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and PC, featuring updated visuals, new story elements, a new realm, and the return of Kung Foot.
Round Up: What Was Announced in Sony's State of Play Livestream for June 2026?
Sony's June 2026 State of Play livestream showcased over an hour of new PlayStation 5 titles. Key announcements included God of War Laufey, Until Dawn 2, Marvel's Wolverine, and a new Tomb Raider game. Several classic titles and remasters were also revealed, alongside updates for PS Plus Extra and Premium.
Here's A Look At Some Rayman Legends Retold Gameplay & Those All-Important Switch 2 Specs
Rayman Legends Retold is coming to Nintendo Switch, with early gameplay footage showcasing updated visuals. Ubisoft developers are targeting 60fps on all platforms, including the Nintendo Switch, by adjusting resolution and environmental detail. The game is slated for release on October 1st.
Rayman Legends Retold targeting 60 FPS on Nintendo Switch 2, will have content parity with other platforms
Ubisoft has confirmed that Rayman Legends Retold, a remake of the 2013 game, is targeting 60 frames per second on the Nintendo Switch 2. The company also stated that the game will have content parity with other platforms upon its release on October 1, 2026.
Ubisoft Announces PS5 Remake & Remaster of Beloved PS3 Games
Ubisoft has announced a remake of Rayman Legends, titled Rayman Legends Retold, and an enhanced edition of Rayman Origins. Rayman Legends Retold will feature updated visuals, a new story, and full voice acting, playable solo or in co-op. Rayman Origins: Enhanced Edition will include 4K resolution, 60 FPS, and new quality-of-life features.
Rayman Legends Retold Hands-on Preview – Teensies take flight
Rayman Legends Retold is a reimagined version of the 2013 platformer, featuring updated visuals and new gameplay elements like Dragon Ride sequences and expanded voice acting. The preview highlights the game's continued appeal to a broad audience with its accessible controls and charming humor, while also promising soundtrack additions.
Ubisoft explains why it’s remaking Rayman Legends
Ubisoft is remaking Rayman Legends, with production director Alessandro Arndt Mucchi stating it serves as a starting point for the future of the Rayman franchise. The remake will leverage 3D to enhance immersion and character presence in the Glade of Dreams. Rayman Legends Retold is slated for release on Nintendo Switch 2 on October 1, 2026.
Rayman Legends Retold hands-on preview: first impressions of the platformer remake
Rayman Legends Retold is a remake of the 2013 platformer featuring entirely new 3D visuals, an enhanced story with a new villain, and additional realms. The preview highlights the game's focus on player experimentation for learning mechanics, rewarding time trial levels, and reimagined 3D flight sequences with dragons. The remake aims to capture the spirit of the original while offering a fresh, cinematic experience.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
‘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.
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 First Preview: A Remake With 3D Art and 2D Action
Rayman Legends Retold is a remake that reimagines the original's 2D art style with denser 3D visuals while retaining its 2D action gameplay. The preview suggests the remake's imaginative approach may be enough to distinguish it from the original game.
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.
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.
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.