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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 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.
'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.
Rayman Origins: Enhanced Edition announced for Nintendo Switch 2
Ubisoft has announced Rayman Origins: Enhanced Edition for a October 1, 2026 release on Nintendo Switch. This updated version of the 2011 classic will feature 4K resolution and 60 FPS, along with new quality-of-life enhancements. It will be bundled with Rayman Legends Untold.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Joey the Duck Review
Joey the Duck is a short, cute platformer with a unique "seamless" level design, but it suffers from a lack of polish including janky hitboxes and poor music looping. Despite these issues and exploitable level design, the game offers challenging platforming and a solid foundation for a casual experience.
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.
You've Got to Give This Hand Drawn Gem a Shot on PS5, Free Demo Out Now
A free demo for the hand-drawn platformer The Eternal Life of Goldman is now available on PlayStation 5. While the game does not yet have a release date, it is expected sometime in 2026. Progress from the demo will not carry over to the full game.
Chained Together links up with Secret Mode for future development
Publisher Secret Mode has partnered with Anegar Games for the continued development and support of the viral co-op platformer Chained Together. The game, which has sold over 10 million copies on PC, challenges up to four players to ascend through treacherous environments. Secret Mode, an independent publisher that has previously supported titles like Escape the Backrooms, will bring new development partners to the project.
Free PlayStation 5 demo version of The Eternal Life of Goldman now live
A free demo for the platformer The Eternal Life of Goldman is now available on PlayStation 5, offering approximately 90 minutes of gameplay from the opening section. The demo is identical to versions available on Steam and Xbox, though progress will not transfer to the full release. The game is being developed by Weappy Studio and published by THQ Nordic for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Rayman Legends Retold screenshots leak
Screenshots for the upcoming platformer Rayman Legends Retold have leaked ahead of its official preview and potential showcase during the State of Play event. The game is a revamped version of Rayman Legends.
Musical platformer Twinkle’s Galactic Tour gets new trailer
Twinkle's Galactic Tour, a musical platformer from the creators of Frogun, received a new trailer during The MIX Summer Games Showcase 2026. The game features a singer embarking on a galactic journey to reunite her scattered audience, with gameplay elements syncing to the soundtrack. It showcases a 90s anime-inspired visual style and will be available on PC via Steam.
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Review
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is a highly irreverent yet affectionate celebration of all eras of Batman, blending cinematic and comic book lore into a fun experience. The game offers engaging combat inspired by the Arkham series, stealth options, and a vast Gotham City to explore, making it one of the best Lego games to date.
Beloved Mega Man-Style Platformer Is Getting A Sequel Next Year
Domesticated Ant Games and Dear Villagers have announced Gravity Circuit 2, a sequel to the beloved Mega Man-style platformer, is set to launch on Nintendo Switch in 2027. The sequel will feature playable characters Kai and Cable, new abilities, and Booster Chips, continuing the nostalgic pixel art style of the original.
