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| genre = Action platformer
| genre = Action platformer
| gameplay mode = Single-player, multiplayer
| gameplay mode = Single-player, multiplayer
| platforms = PlayStation 5<br>Nintendo Switch 2 (unconfirmed)
| platforms = PlayStation 5<br>Nintendo Switch 2<br>Xbox Series X/S<br>PC
| game engine = [[Snowdrop]]
| game engine = [[Snowdrop]]
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'''''Rayman Legends Retold''''', also known as '''''Rayman Legends: Retold''''', is an upcoming 3D/2D action-platformer developed by [[Ubisoft Montpellier]] and published by [[Ubisoft]]. Officially revealed during a Sony State of Play presentation, the game is scheduled for release on the PlayStation 5 on October 1, 2026. A physical edition is reportedly in development, with rumors suggesting a release on the rumored Nintendo Switch successor alongside the PS5 version.<ref name="Rumor website 2">[https://gonintendo.com/contents/61248-rumor-rayman-legends-retold-coming-to-switch-2-oct-1st-2026/ Switch 2 and PlayStation 5 release rumors]. ''GoNintendo''.</ref> The game reportedly has a retail price of $39.99.<ref name="Rumor website 1">[https://twistedvoxel.com/rayman-legends-retold-pricing-and-release-date-reportedly-leak-ahead-of-reveal/ Pricing and release date leak]. ''Twisted Voxel''.</ref>
'''''Rayman Legends Retold''''' is an upcoming 3D/2D action-platformer developed by [[Ubisoft|Ubisoft Montpellier]] and published by [[Ubisoft]]. Officially revealed during a Sony State of Play presentation, the game is scheduled for release on the PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X/S, and PC on October 1, 2026.<ref name="official_page">PlayStation.Blog, ''Rayman Legends Retold out October 1 on PS5'', https://blog.playstation.com/2026/06/02/rayman-legends-retold-out-october-1-on-ps5/</ref> The game will have a retail price of $39.99.


Developed using the [[Snowdrop]] engine, the game serves as a bold 3D reimagining of the original ''[[Rayman Legends]]''. Brand Art Director Guillame Arvieu described the game's style as "a bridge between the visual richness and dramatization of ''Rayman 2'' and ''3'', and the efficiency and clarity of the side-scrolling gameplay of ''Rayman Legends''." According to Brand Director Guillaume Cerda, the development team utilized Snowdrop alongside the classic [[UbiArt Framework]] to translate 2D layouts into fully realized 3D environments, deepening player immersion on modern hardware.<ref name="vnheard">YouTube, ''Everything I Learned About Rayman Legends Retold at Ubisoft Montpellier'', https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3EQxfwQPtK0</ref>
Developed using the [[Snowdrop]] engine, the game serves as a bold 3D reimagining of the original ''[[Rayman Legends]]''. Brand Art Director Guillaume Arvieu described the game's style as "a bridge between the visual richness and dramatization of ''[[Rayman 2]]'' and ''[[Rayman 3|3]]'', and the efficiency and clarity of the side-scrolling gameplay of ''[[Rayman Legends]]''."<ref name="official_page" /> According to Brand Director Guillaume Cerda, the development team utilized Snowdrop to deliver a more expressive Rayman experience that fully takes advantage of the PS5's capabilities, while Brand Producer Loïc Gounon stated the game preserves what fans love while expanding [[Rayman]]'s lore and world logic.<ref name="official_page" />
 
Furthermore, the development of the sequel to ''[[Rayman 3]]'' will depend on the sales of this remake.<ref>https://www.thegamer.com/rayman-4-reportedly-depends-on-legends-retold-sales-success/</ref>


== Story ==
== Story ==
The game features a revamped narrative focusing on a shadowy new villain—a small, hooded character capable of wielding dark magic—who spreads corruption through the Glade of Dreams.<ref name="vnheard" /> The main cast must work together to rescue the Teensies and save their world.  
The game features a revamped narrative focusing on a shadowy new villain - a small, hooded character capable of wielding dark magic - who spreads corruption through the [[Glade of Dreams]].<ref name="official_page" /><ref name="vnheard">YouTube, ''Everything I Learned About Rayman Legends Retold at Ubisoft Montpellier'', https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3EQxfwQPtK0</ref> The main cast - [[Rayman]], [[Globox]], [[Barbara]], the [[Grand Minimus]], and [[Murfy]] - must work together to rescue the [[Teensie]]s and save their world.<ref name="official_page" />


For the first time since ''[[Rayman 3: Hoodlum Havoc|Rayman 3]]'', the characters are fully voiced and participate in fully dynamic, voiced in-game cutscenes where they actively interact with one another.<ref name="vnheard" /> David Gasman returns as the voice of [[Rayman]], while Billy West reprises his role as [[Murfy]].<ref name="vnheard" />  
For the first time since ''[[Rayman 3]]'', the characters are fully voiced and participate in fully dynamic, voiced in-game cutscenes where they actively interact with one another.<ref name="official_page" /><ref name="vnheard" /> [[David Gasman]] returns as the voice of [[Rayman]], while [[Billy West]] reprises his role as [[Murfy]].<ref name="vnheard" />


[[Betilla]] appears in the game as a goddess, boasting a highly redesigned, realistic human-like appearance rather than her cartoonish look from ''[[Rayman Origins]]'' or the [[Rayman 1|original ''Rayman'']].<ref name="vnheard" />  
[[Betilla]] appears in the game as a goddess-like character, boasting a highly redesigned, realistic human-like appearance rather than her cartoonish look from ''[[Rayman Origins]]'' or the [[Rayman 1|original ''Rayman'']].<ref name="vnheard" />  


== Gameplay ==
== Gameplay ==
While preserving the core side-scrolling platforming mechanics of the original game, ''Rayman Legends Retold'' breaks up 2D perception by tilting the camera, bending the playground, and introducing entirely new 3D gameplay sequences.<ref name="vnheard" />
While preserving the core side-scrolling platforming mechanics of the original game, ''Rayman Legends Retold'' breaks up 2D perception by tilting the camera, bending the playground, and introducing entirely new 3D gameplay sequences.<ref name="official_page" /><ref name="vnheard" />


Key gameplay features and additions include:
Key gameplay features and additions include:
* '''Dragon flights:''' Brand-new 3D rail-riding sequences that connect different regions of the worlds. These serve as a modern callback to the mosquito and rocket rides of older entries like ''Rayman 1'' and ''Rayman 2''.<ref name="vnheard" />
* '''[[Forest dragon|Dragon]] flights:''' Brand-new 3D rail-riding sequences that connect different regions of the worlds. These serve as a modern evolution of the [[giant mosquito]] rides in ''[[Rayman Origins]]'', which featured similar gameplay - albeit in 2D - and served the same purpose of connecting worlds together. The flights also serve as callbacks to creature rides in older games, like the [[Bzzit]] flight in [[Rayman 1|the original ''Rayman'' game]] and the [[shell]] rides in ''[[Rayman 2]]''.<ref name="official_page" /><ref name="vnheard" />
* '''Reworked hub world:''' The original tent hub has been completely replaced. Each world now features its own unique, explorable 3D area containing custom visuals, hidden secrets, and small details to discover before entering levels.<ref name="vnheard" />
* '''Reworked hub world:''' The original tent hub has been completely replaced. Each world now features its own unique, explorable 3D area containing custom visuals, hidden secrets, and small details to discover before entering levels.<ref name="vnheard" />
* '''Land of the Livid Dead expansion:''' An extended version of this realm acts as a new world, containing five brand-new stages designed around a "Power of Light" mechanic.<ref name="vnheard" />
* '''[[Land of the Livid Dead (UbiArt games)|Land of the Livid Dead]] expansion:''' An extended version of this realm acts as a new world, containing five brand-new stages designed around a "[[Power of Light]]" mechanic.<ref name="vnheard" />
* '''Cave of Trials:''' A new mode offering ongoing free gameplay challenges to test players' skills.
* '''[[Cave of Trials]]:''' A new mode offering ongoing free gameplay challenges to test players' skills.<ref name="official_page" />
* '''Four new musical stages:''' Completely original rhythm-based levels where player actions, such as jumping and punching, must sync to the beat of the soundtrack.<ref name="vnheard" />
* '''Four new musical stages:''' Along with returning music levels like [[Castle Rock]] and [[Gloo Gloo]], four completely original rhythm-based levels have been added where player actions, such as jumping and punching, must sync to the beat of the soundtrack.<ref name="official_page" /><ref name="vnheard" />
* '''Updated Kung Foot:''' The minigame returns with a larger arena, improved controls, customizable rules, and new power-ups, such as the ability to hold onto the ball and pass it to teammates.<ref name="vnheard" />
* '''Updated [[Kung Foot]]:''' The minigame returns with a larger arena, improved controls, customizable rules, and new power-ups, such as the ability to hold onto the ball and pass it to teammates.<ref name="official_page" /><ref name="vnheard" />
* '''Cooperative multiplayer:''' Up to four players can participate in local couch co-op, allowing players to rescue Teensies together, race for Lums, or knock each other off-path to claim rewards.
* '''Cooperative multiplayer:''' Like in the original game, up to four players can participate in couch co-op, allowing players to rescue [[Teensie]]s together, race for [[Lum (UbiArt games)|Lums]], or knock each other off-path to claim rewards.<ref name="official_page" />


== Visuals ==
== Visuals ==
The game's 3D engine allows for detailed background storytelling. For example, some levels showcase historical depictions of the old Toad King as a slimmer, respected ruler prior to his fall from grace in ''Legends''.<ref name="vnheard" /> Level atmospheres have been heavily enhanced; the "Castle in the Clouds" level features strong Studio Ghibli vibes, while the "Enchanted Forest" features a dark, mysterious nighttime aesthetic inspired by the Fairy Council from ''Rayman 3''.<ref name="vnheard" />
The game's 3D engine allows for detailed background storytelling. For example, some levels showcase historical depictions of the [[Armored Toad|old Toad King]] as a slimmer, respected ruler prior to his fall from grace in ''[[Rayman Legends|Legends]]''.<ref name="vnheard" /> Level atmospheres have been heavily enhanced; the [[Castle in the Clouds]] level features strong Studio Ghibli vibes, while the [[Enchanted Forest]] features a dark, mysterious nighttime aesthetic reminiscent of [[the Fairy Council]] from ''[[Rayman 3]]''.<ref name="vnheard" />


=== Character redesigns ===
=== Character redesigns ===
Several characters have received detailed redesigns to complement the 3D shift:<ref name="vnheard" />
Several characters have received detailed redesigns to complement the 3D shift:<ref name="vnheard" />
* [[Rayman]]: Redesigned with two separate eyes, tied-together hoodie drawstrings, and detailed shoes.
* [[Rayman]]: Redesigned with two separate eyes, tied-together hoodie drawstrings, and detailed shoes.
* [[Globox]]: Features highly detailed, textured skin.
* [[Globox]]: Features highly detailed, textured skin and visible teeth.
* [[Teensie]]s: Updated with visible teeth and larger eyes.
* [[Teensie]]s: Updated with visible teeth and larger eyes.
* [[Barbara]]: Transitioned into a fully modeled 3D character, representing her biggest visual "glow-up."
* [[Barbara]]: Transitioned into a fully modeled 3D character, representing her biggest visual "glow-up."
* [[Bubble Dreamer]]: Wears glasses and has an eccentric, hipster-like appearance. He is also accompanied by a mysterious bird companion.
* [[Polokus|Bubble Dreamer]]: Wears glasses and has an eccentric, hipster-like appearance. He is also accompanied by a bird companion with a similar color scheme to Betilla; it is possible that this is Betilla, having taken a new form, but this is unconfirmed.
* [[Betilla]]: Given a realistic, human-like redesign.
 
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Rayman Legends Retold Bubble Dreamer.jpg|The Bubble Dreamer with a different look.
</gallery>


== Soundtrack ==
== Soundtrack ==
The game's soundtrack has been expanded with 55 minutes of brand-new music.<ref name="vnheard" /> Original composer Christophe Héral returned to compose the score alongside Grant Kirkhope, famous for his musical work on the ''Banjo-Kazooie'' and ''Mario + Rabbids'' series.<ref name="vnheard" />
The game's soundtrack has been expanded with 55 minutes of brand-new music.<ref name="vnheard" /> Original composer [[Christophe Héral]] returned to compose the score alongside Grant Kirkhope, famous for his musical work on the ''Banjo-Kazooie'' and ''Mario + Rabbids'' series.<ref name="official_page" /><ref name="vnheard" />


== Game editions ==
== Game editions ==
''Rayman Legends Retold'' is available for pre-order in two distinct editions:
''Rayman Legends Retold'' is available for pre-order in two distinct editions:<ref name="official_page" />
* '''Standard Edition:''' Includes the base game.
* '''Standard Edition:''' Includes the base game and a digital copy of ''[[Rayman Origins|Rayman Origins: Enhanced Edition]]'' (supporting 4K resolution, 60 FPS, controller haptic feedback, and modern quality-of-life upgrades).  
* '''Deluxe Edition:''' Includes the base game, an in-game Art Gallery, the Retro Pack (containing 4 costumes for Rayman, Globox, Barbara, and Grand Minimus), and a digital copy of ''Rayman Origins: Enhanced Edition'' (supporting 4K resolution, 60 FPS, controller haptic feedback, and modern quality-of-life upgrades).  
* '''Deluxe Edition:''' Includes the base game, a digital copy of ''[[Rayman Origins|Rayman Origins: Enhanced Edition]]'', an in-game Art Gallery, and the Retro Pack (containing 4 costumes for [[Rayman]], [[Globox]], [[Barbara]], and [[Grand Minimus]] inspired by [[Rayman 1|the original ''Rayman'' game]]).


Pre-ordering any edition of the game awards the '''Hoodlum Havoc Pack''', which grants two costumes for Rayman and Globox inspired by ''Rayman 3: Hoodlum Havoc''.
Pre-ordering any edition of the game awards the '''Hoodlum Havoc Pack''', which grants the player two costumes for [[Rayman]] and [[Globox]] inspired by ''[[Rayman 3]]''.<ref name="official_page" />
 
== Worlds ==
The five main worlds from the original game return with their original level layouts intact, updated with 3D visuals and dynamic camera angles.<ref name="vnheard" />
 
=== ''[[Teensies In Trouble]]'' ===
3 of the leaked in-game images take place in [[Teensies In Trouble]].


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<gallery widths="320px" heights="180px">
Rayman Legends Retold Once apon a time.jpg|The heroes in [[Once upon a Time|Once upon a Time]].
Rayman-Legends-Retold-Preorder.png|The bonuses shown in the Hoodlum Havoc Pack and Deluxe edition.
Rayman Legends Retold Breathing Fire!.jpg|The heroes in [[Breathing Fire!]].
Rayman Legends Retold Haunted Castle.png|[[Rayman]] and [[Barbara]] entering a haunted castle area.
</gallery>
</gallery>


=== ''[[Toad Story]]'' ===
== Worlds ==
2 Images of [[Toad Story]] were leaked.
The five main worlds from the original game return with their original level layouts intact, updated with 3D visuals and dynamic camera angles. The locations all have new names: gameplay footage shows that [[Teensies In Trouble]] has become the "Old Teensie Kingdom" and [[Toad Story]] is renamed "The Stinkbog." The launch edition's map shows the names of the remaining worlds: [[Fiesta de los Muertos]] is now the "Mystic Mesa," [[20,000 Lums Under the Sea]] has become the "Iron Shell," and [[Olympus Maximus]] is now known as "Mount Elysium."<ref name="vnheard" /> Three other locations are underlined on the map: the [[Land of the Livid Dead (UbiArt games)|Land of the Livid Dead]]," which seems to be the "mysterious sixth realm" mentioned in some of the promotional material, "Kung Foot Island," the location of the [[Kung Foot]] minigame, and the [[Cave of Bad Dreams]], a location from ''[[Rayman 2]]'' which has not yet been shown in any capacity.
 
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Rayman Legends Retold Toads.jpg|A [[Forest dragon]] carrying prisoners.
Rayman Legends Boss Toad.png|[[Armored Toad]] rendered in 3D.
</gallery>
 
=== ''[[Fiesta de los Muertos]]'' ===
1 image from [[Fiesta de los Muertos]] was leaked, showing [[Luchador]].


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Rayman Legends Retold Lucha Libre Get Away.jpg|The heroes running from [[Luchador]].
Rayman Legends Retold World Map.webp|All of the worlds on a new map.
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=== ''[[20,000 Lums Under the Sea]]'' ===
== Reception ==
One image from [[20,000 Lums Under the Sea]] was leaked.
=== Reveal ===
 
Retold received mixed to positive reactions upon revealed, with criticism towards the decision to remake Legends after the franchise's near decade-long hiatus rather than a brand new game. Some of the character redesigns have received some criticism, most notably Rayman seperate eyes and Betilla more realistic human like design.
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Rayman Legends Retold Sea of Serendipity.jpg|[[Globox]], [[Barbara]], and [[Rayman]] preparing to go underwater.
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In contrast, the visual quality, voice acting, cutscenes, new content and gameplay have received praise, with many expressing gratitude that Rayman still being relevant
== Gallery ==
== Gallery ==
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<gallery widths="320px" heights="180px">
Rayman Legends Retold Logo Reveal Trailer.png|An alternative bigger version of the logo seen in the reveal trailer.
Rayman-Legends-Retold-Skin-Leak.jpg|A leaked image showing [[Rayman]] in his [[Heavy Metal Fist]] outfit from ''[[Rayman 3]]''.
Rayman-Legends-Retold-Skin-Leak.jpg|A leaked image showing [[Rayman]] in his [[Heavy Metal Fist]] outfit from ''[[Rayman 3]]''.
Rayman Legends Retold announcment leak.png|Leaked message claiming that an announcement was imminent prior to the State of Play.
Rayman Legends Retold announcment leak.png|Leaked message claiming that an announcement was imminent prior to the State of Play.
Rayman Legends Retold post leak.png|Leaked message confirming the game's title and its internal project codename, "Steambot".
Rayman Legends Retold post leak.png|Leaked message confirming the game's title and its internal project codename, "Steambot".
Unconfirmed Rayman Legends Retold leak.jpg|A leaked image that surfaced on 4chan, showing the genuine key art for the game.
<ref name="Post with Community note">[https://x.com/noarmsandnolegs/status/2060349783735157175/ X - Discussion on the banner's authenticity]</ref>
Rayman Legends Retold Key Art.png|The official, unscaled key art for the game.
Rayman Legends Retold Key Art.png|The official, unscaled key art for the game.
Rayman Legends Retold Official poster.jpeg| The version used for the IGN demo video cover is different in that there are no characters above the logo.
File:Rayman Legends Retold poster zh-hans.png|Chinese poster used in Ubisoft's official trailer.
Rayman Legends Retold Box Art.webp|The box art for the game.
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=== In-game ===
=== In-game ===
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Rayman Legends Retold Murfy and Heroes.png|All the heroes including [[Murfy|Murphy]].
Rayman Legends Retold Heroes.jpg|[[Rayman]], [[Barbara]], and [[Grand Minimus]] looking confused in a cutscene.
Rayman Legends Retold Heroes.jpg|[[Rayman]], [[Barbara]], and [[Grand Minimus]] looking confused in a cutscene.
Rayman Legends Retold Dragons.jpg|[[Forest dragon]]s carrying captive [[Teensy|Teensies]].
Rayman Legends Retold Dragons.jpg|[[Forest dragon]]s carrying captive [[Teensie]]s.
Rayman Legends Retold Once apon a time.jpg|The heroes in [[Once upon a Time]].
Rayman Legends Retold Breathing Fire!.jpg|The heroes fighting a dark, possessed version of [[Grunderbite]] in a location resembling [[Breathing Fire!]].
Rayman Legends Retold Castle Rock.jpg|[[Rayman]] and [[Globox]] in the level [[Castle Rock]].
Rayman Legends Retold Toads.jpg|A [[Forest dragon]] transporting [[Teensie|Teensy]] prisoners.
Rayman Legends Boss Toad.png|The [[Armored Toad]] rendered in 3D.
Rayman Legends Retold Lucha Libre Get Away.jpg|The heroes running from a [[Luchador]].
Rayman Legends Retold Sea of Serendipity.jpg|[[Globox]], [[Barbara]], and [[Rayman]] preparing to go underwater.
Rayman Legends Retold Olympus Maximus.jpg|The [[Grand Minimus]] attacking a [[Minotaur]].
Rayman Legends Retold Haunted Castle.png|[[Rayman]] and [[Barbara]] in the [[Land of the Livid Dead (UbiArt games)|Land of the Livid Dead]].
Legends Retold Vilain.png||A mysterious new vilain.
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* [https://n1up.nl/news/rayman-remake-gaat-rayman-legends-retold-heten/ Overview of leaks on N1UP]
* [https://n1up.nl/news/rayman-remake-gaat-rayman-legends-retold-heten/ Overview of leaks on N1UP]
* [https://x.com/noarmsandnolegs/status/2060349783735157175/ Post on X discussing the banner]
* [https://x.com/noarmsandnolegs/status/2060349783735157175/ Post on X discussing the banner]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_7BQ9hLGkk/ Official trailer]
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