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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" />
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 ==
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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."
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Rayman Legends Retold Bubble Dreamer.jpg|The Bubble Dreamer with a different look.
Rayman Legends Retold Bubble Dreamer.jpg|The Bubble Dreamer with a different look.
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== 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="official_page" /><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" />
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== Reception ==
=== 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.
In contrast, the visual quality, voice acting, cutscenes, new content and gameplay have received praise, with many expressing gratitude that Rayman still being relevant
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Rayman Legends Retold Olympus Maximus.jpg|The [[Grand Minimus]] attacking a [[Minotaur]].
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]].
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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