Rayman Legends Retold: A 3D Revival of a Platforming Masterpiece
October 1 can't come soon enough. Rayman Legends Retold is a gamble. It's a 3D remake of a game that, frankly, didn't need one, yet Ubisoft's decision to use the Snowdrop engine, as seen in Star Wars Outlaws and The Division 2, has piqued my interest, and I'm eager to see how it enhances the 2.5D platformer essence of the original Rayman Legends. No.
Quick Facts — Rayman Legends Retold
| Developer | Ubisoft Montpellier (lead), Ubisoft Milan |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Ubisoft |
| Platform(s) | PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2, PC |
| Release Date | October 1 |
| Genre | 2.5D Platformer |
It's a new look. The real feel is still there. You'll notice this in Rayman Legends Retold. We've spent time with it at Ubisoft Montpellier, they've worked with Ubisoft Milan on this project. For fans, the key thing is it plays like the original, even with the visual changes. We've played through the first two worlds, Old Teensie Kingdom and The Stinkbog, which took over two hours, and it includes new dragon-riding levels that remind you of Star Fox, and two new music levels that add to the experience. The 3D transition, it's a bit weird at first, especially if you loved the hand-drawn style of the original, but it grows on you, with a thoughtful approach, adding depth with parallax scrolling and detailed staging, making it a great crossover of old and new.
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It's still great. The core gameplay is the real feel. You'll get 1 to 4-player couch co-op with Rayman, Globox, Teensy, and Barbara looking fresh. We've got Kung-Foot for some fun, it's like Smash Bros. with soccer. Retold brings new dragon-riding levels, which are key, they connect the worlds with excitement, you'll need to keep all Teensies safe on the dragon's back, it's a challenge, with a lot of action, for you, to navigate through these levels, with honesty, it's worth mentioning, this crossover of gameplay is a nice touch.
New music levels are cool. They sync up perfectly. You'll find the platforming is in time with real-world tracks, it's the real feel. The Land of the Dead world, which we've seen in Rayman Origins but is new for Legends Retold, is worth mentioning, for it adds depth to the game's world with honesty.
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The finale was lacking. It's a problem they've acknowledged. You'll get a brand-new villain in Rayman Legends Retold, and it's got some creepy features - purple eyes, a black shroud, the whole deal. We've seen it corrupt enemies, which is worth mentioning. Ubisoft Montpellier is key to this revival, with a producer noting they've learned from the original's shortcomings, aiming for a more satisfying conclusion, which is the real feel fans have been waiting for, and it's a key part of the 3D revival of this platforming masterpiece.
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It's a big change. You'll see this in Rayman Legends Retold. The real feel of the gameplay is still there, which is key. They've updated the visuals in a way that's worth mentioning. Grant Kirkhope's new tracks are a great addition. We've got a new villain, which adds depth to the story. For more on this, you'll want to check out the six-page feature in Game Informer, where you'll get insights from the folks at Ubisoft Montpellier, including the art directors and producers, on the game's development, which is pretty interesting, with a lot of details on what went into making this 3D revival of a platforming masterpiece.
Rayman Legends Retold is coming. It's old. You'll like it. The real feel of this game is still there. We've got a mix of fresh visuals with the classic gameplay, which is key for fans of the original, and it drops on October 1, a date you should remember, with the goal of pleasing both old and new players, it's a crossover of styles, for sure, and we've got high hopes.
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- Rayman Legends Retold launches on October 1 for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.
- Features 3D visuals with 2.5D gameplay, retaining the original's feel.
- New dragon-riding levels, music levels, and a villain aim to enhance the experience.
- 1 to 4-player couch co-op and Kung-Foot mode return.
The Bad Gamer Take
Ubisoft will successfully modernize the Rayman franchise because their use of the Snowdrop engine brings a fresh visual depth to the series. The 3D remake of Rayman Legends will attract both old and new fans due to its thoughtful approach to blending old and new elements. WATCH the new dragon-riding levels in Rayman Legends Retold to see how Ubisoft's design choices enhance the classic platformer experience.
It's fresh. Rayman Legends Retold goes 3D now. You'll notice the difference. For fans of the series, the real feel is still there. We've seen this before, yet it's key to the game's success, with honesty from the developers about the changes, including a new finale that's worth mentioning, it's a big deal, in a way where you'll spend hours exploring, and they've managed to make it work, with a crossover of old and new elements, making it a unique experience.
