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*''This article is about the early production of the of the game. For the SNES prototype, see [[Rayman (cancelled prototype)]].''
*''This article is about the early production of the game. For the SNES prototype, see [[Rayman (cancelled prototype)]].''


[[File:Rayman 1 - Japanese back cover 2.jpg|240px|thumb|right|An early version of [[Candy Château]] can be seen in the Japanese PC back cover.]]
[[File:Rayman 1 - Japanese back cover 2.jpg|240px|thumb|right|An early version of [[Candy Château]] can be seen in the Japanese PC back cover.]]
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== General ==
== General ==
According to an advertisement poster, a similar plot from [[Rayman (cancelled prototype)|the cancelled SNES version]] was supposed to be used in [[Rayman (Atari Jaguar)|the Atari Jaguar version]]. The original plot followed a boy named Jimmy who created a world on his computer called Hereitscool. When Hereitscool became infected with a virus, Jimmy entered his virtual world and took on the persona of [[Rayman]] in order to defeat the virus. In other magazine publications, Jimmy will alternatively named Kevin. Reasons for this plot being scrapped are unknown.
According to an advertisement poster, a similar plot from [[Rayman (cancelled prototype)|the cancelled SNES version]] was supposed to be used in [[Rayman (Atari Jaguar)|the Atari Jaguar version]]. The original plot followed a boy named Jimmy who created a world on his computer called Hereitscool. When Hereitscool became infected with a virus, Jimmy entered his virtual world and took on the persona of [[Rayman]] in order to defeat the virus.<ref>''The Crawdaddy Page'', [[:File:Jimmy.jpg]]</ref><ref>''GamePro'' #64 (October 1994), [[:File:GamePro Issue 64 (October 1994).png]]</ref> In other magazine publications, Jimmy will alternatively named Kevin.<ref>''VideoGames: The Ultimate Gaming Magazine'' #70 (November 1994), [[:File:Kevin.jpg]]</ref> Reasons for this plot being scrapped are unknown.


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GamePro Issue 64 (October 1994).png|The early plot which is mentioned in ''GamePro'' issue 64
GamePro Issue 64 (October 1994).png|The early plot which is mentioned in ''GamePro'' issue 64
Kevin.jpg|Another version of the early plot, but Jimmy is instead called Kevin
Kevin.jpg|Another version of the early plot, but Jimmy is instead called Kevin
Joypad Issue 38.png|A preview article of the Atari Jaguar of the game, with unused enemies and levels, as shown in ''Joypad'' issue 38
Die Hard Game Fan Issue 21 (August 1994) page 083.jpg
Joypad Issue 38.png|A preview article of [[Rayman (Atari Jaguar)|the Atari Jaguar version of the game]], with unused enemies and levels, as shown in ''Joypad'' issue 38
Diehard GameFan Vol 2 Issue 10 (October 1994).png|A preview magazine article, showing a lot of early versions of levels and characters which do not appear in the final game
Diehard GameFan Vol 2 Issue 10 (October 1994).png|A preview magazine article, showing a lot of early versions of levels and characters which do not appear in the final game
Atari ST Review Issue 33 (December 1994).png|A preview of [[Rayman (Atari Jaguar)|the Atari Jaguar version]] as shown at European Computer Trade Show (ECTS) 1994
EGM2 Issue 6.png|A preview article announcing the initial January release date for the port
Diehard GameFan Vol 3 Issue 2 (February 1995).jpg|Preview article for Atari Jaguar with the early HUD present
Diehard GameFan Vol 3 Issue 5 (May 1995).jpg|Another preview article showing the changes which more or less the same as final build, nearing completion
Electronic Gaming Monthly Issue 65.png|Preview article of [[Rayman (Atari Jaguar)|the Atari Jaguar version]], at 30% completion according to publication
Maniac DE Magazin No10 (August 1994).png|Early screenshots in a German gaming magazine
Maniac DE Magazin No11 (September 1994).png||Early screenshots in a German gaming magazine
VideoGames (August 1994).png|''[[Rayman 1|Rayman]]'' being announced as an upcoming Atari Jaguar title in August 1994
VideoGames (August 1994)-2.png|Another screenshot in the same magazine
Electronic Games Vol 2 Issue 12 (September 1994).png|Announcement for [[Rayman (Atari Jaguar)|''Rayman'' for the Atari Jaguar]] with early preview screenshot
VideoGames - The Ultimate Gaming Magazine (September 1994).png|''[[Rayman 1|Rayman]]'' being shown along with other titles at CES 1994
Super Juegos No28 (August 1994).png|[[Ubisoft]]'s upcoming titles with ''Street Racer''
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Rayman Jaguar Beta 2.png|An early version of ''[[Rayman 1|Rayman]]'' for the Atari Jaguar showing a [[little Livingstone]] mounting a [[Spider (Rayman 1)|spider]] along with a [[hunter]] and [[Rayman]] in an unknown environment.
Rayman Jaguar Beta 2.png|An early version of ''[[Rayman 1|Rayman]]'' for the Atari Jaguar showing a [[little Livingstone]] mounting a [[Spider (Rayman 1)|spider]] along with a [[hunter]] and [[Rayman]] in an unknown environment.
BetaEnemies.jpg|These unidentified enemies in the early Atari Jaguar version of the game are holdovers from [[Rayman (cancelled prototype)|the game's cancelled SNES version]].
BetaEnemies.jpg|These unidentified enemies in the early Atari Jaguar version of the game, possibly early versions of [[Antitoon]]s, are holdovers from [[Rayman (cancelled prototype)|the game's cancelled SNES version]].
Rayman-1-early-Jaguar-designs.png|A very early Atari Jaguar version showing an early design of [[Rayman]] and the [[Electoons]].
Rayman-1-early-Jaguar-designs.png|A very early Atari Jaguar version showing an early design of [[Rayman]] and the [[Electoon]]s.
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Console Plus No 39.png
Sega Saturn Magazine (JP) (November 1995).png
Saturn Fan Issue 11 (November 1995).png
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Rayman Jaguar Beta 1.png
Rayman Jaguar Beta 3.png
Rayman Jaguar Beta 3.png
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Rayman 1 25th Concept Art 2.jpg
Rayman 1 25th Concept Art 2.jpg
Rayman 1 25th Concept Art 3.jpg
Rayman 1 25th Concept Art 3.jpg
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Unused R1 Anim - Plum360.gif|A [[plum]] which swings around in a full circle.
Unused R1 Anim - Plum360.gif|A [[plum]] which swings around in a full circle.
Unused R1 Anim - RayHang.gif|An unused animation for when [[Rayman]] jumps from [[hanging]] on a platform.
Unused R1 Anim - RayHang.gif|An unused animation for when [[Rayman]] jumps from [[hanging]] on a platform.
Unused R1 Anim - RedMonsterAttack.gif|An unused animation for the [[red monster]].
Unused R1 Anim - RedMonsterAttack.gif|An unused animation for the [[mad drummer]].
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== [[Rayman (Atari Jaguar)|Atari Jaguar]] early prototype ==
== [[Rayman (Atari Jaguar)|Atari Jaguar]] early prototype ==
On 25th August 2008, a YouTube video showing an early prototype of [[Rayman (Atari Jaguar)|the Atari Jaguar version]] was uploaded. Two months later, this was leaked to the public along with 19 prototypes or other Jaguar titles. Along with this leaked prototype, there is also an early demo version, which displays even more differences between the final version.
On 25 August 2008, a YouTube video showing an early prototype of [[Rayman (Atari Jaguar)|the Atari Jaguar version]] was uploaded. Two months later, this was leaked to the public along with 19 prototypes or other Jaguar titles. Along with this leaked prototype, there is also an early demo version, which displays even more differences between the final version.


This version begins with [[Rayman]] dropping down in a [[the Dream Forest|Dream Forest]] level, and getting stunned the second he hits the ground, which he does when falling from great heights. Not all objects have collision detection, such as [[hunter]]s and [[Moskito]]. Interestingly, [[Rayman]] can also perform handstands and attack with his feet, and his [[Telescopic fist|fist]] can be charged up to be more powerful, which is displayed with an icon at the bottom left corner with the word ‘Nova’ next to it.
This version begins with [[Rayman]] dropping down in a [[The Dream Forest|Dream Forest]] level, and getting stunned the second he hits the ground, which he does when falling from great heights. Not all objects have collision detection, such as [[hunter]]s and [[Moskito]]. Interestingly, [[Rayman]] can also perform handstands and attack with his feet, and his [[Telescopic fist|fist]] can be charged up to be more powerful, which is displayed with an icon at the bottom left corner with the word ‘Nova’ next to it.


There is also a very early looking heads-up display which is centered rather than to the left and right, there are more hit points than normal and the word ‘POW’ is between that and the [[Life|lives]] counter. An icon of an [[Antitoon]] is displayed instead of the [[Ting]]s icon, and apparently it counts and represents how many enemies have been defeated. Only the [[Life|lives]] counter and five of the hit points made it into the final game. No game over system has been implemented either, meaning that when all [[Life|lives]] are lost the counter cycles back to 99.
There is also a very early looking heads-up display which is centered rather than to the left and right, there are more hit points than normal and the word ‘POW’ is between that and the [[Life|lives]] counter. An icon of an [[Antitoon]] is displayed instead of the [[Ting]]s icon, and apparently it counts and represents how many enemies have been defeated. Only the [[Life|lives]] counter and five of the hit points made it into the final game. No game over system has been implemented either, meaning that when all [[Life|lives]] are lost the counter cycles back to 99.
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== Atari Jaguar early demo ==
== Atari Jaguar early demo ==
[[Image:R1ProtoMap.png|frame|right|class=sprite|[[the valley|The world map]], as seen in the early Atari Jaguar prototype.]]
[[File:R1ProtoMap.png|frame|right|class=sprite|[[The valley|The world map]], as seen in the early Atari Jaguar prototype.]]
This version is a later build from the prototype, now including proper collision and all the worlds in the ROM as in the final version. Functions to load levels from all worlds exist, but only the first two have actual maps. Leftover graphics and other data is however available for other worlds.
This version is a later build from the prototype, now including proper collision and all the worlds in the ROM as in the final version. Functions to load levels from all worlds exist, but only the first two have actual maps. Leftover graphics and other data is however available for other worlds.


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* The game uses a different walk cycle for [[Rayman]], making him look as if he is jogging.
* The game uses a different walk cycle for [[Rayman]], making him look as if he is jogging.
* When [[Rayman]] is hit by an enemy, the throwback is a lot longer than normal, and he squeaks.
* When [[Rayman]] is hit by an enemy, the throwback is a lot longer than normal, and he squeaks.
* When [[Rayman]] runs up to an [[Exit sign|exit sign]], he does not pose, but rather the game fades to the next stage or the map.
* When [[Rayman]] runs up to an [[exit sign]], he does not pose, but rather the game fades to the next stage or the map.
* The [[Life|lives]] counter displays a single digit.
* The [[Life|lives]] counter displays a single digit.
* Some enemies appear to float across the screen due to broken collision detection.
* Some enemies appear to float across the screen due to broken collision detection.
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== Atari Jaguar ==
== Atari Jaguar ==
=== Unused animations ===
=== Unused animations ===
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* When falling from high places [[Rayman]] will appear stunned.
* When falling from high places [[Rayman]] will appear stunned.
* The [[Life|lives]] counter displays a single digit.
* The [[Life|lives]] counter displays a single digit.
* Rather than getting [[Electoon]] markers on a [[medallion]] upon breaking a [[cage]] the player now has to collect the [[Electoon]]s from it with a separate counter being available for that, replacing the [[ting]]s.
* Rather than getting [[Electoon]] markers on a [[Cage|medallion]] upon breaking a [[cage]] the player now has to collect the [[Electoon]]s from it with a separate counter being available for that, replacing the [[ting]]s.
* The [[Big Power]]s use an incorrect palette for parts of their animation.
* The [[Big Power]]s use an incorrect palette for parts of their animation.


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RaymanPS1DemoVol3Japan - Jungle 01.png|The [[The Dream Forest|Dream Forest]] map from the vol. 3 demo
RaymanPS1DemoVol3Japan - Jungle 01.png|The [[The Dream Forest|Dream Forest]] map from the vol. 3 demo
RaymanPS1DemoVol3Japan - Mountain 01.png|The [[The Blue Mountains|Blue Mountains]] map from the vol. 3 demo
RaymanPS1DemoVol3Japan - Mountain 01.png|The [[Blue Mountains]] map from the vol. 3 demo
RaymanPS1DemoVol6Japan - Jungle 13.png|The [[The Dream Forest|Dream Forest]] map from the vol. 6 demo
RaymanPS1DemoVol6Japan - Jungle 13.png|The [[The Dream Forest|Dream Forest]] map from the vol. 6 demo
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R1 JP Demo - Blue Mountain Splash Screen.png|The loading screen used for the [[Blue Mountains]].
R1 JP Demo - Blue Mountain Splash Screen.png|The loading screen used for the [[Blue Mountains]].
R1Demo - BigLavaBall.png|The same as unused giant [[lava rock]] as has been found in ''[[Rayman Designer]]'' was found in higher quality in the files.
R1Demo - BigLavaBall.png|The same as unused giant [[lava rock]] as has been found in ''[[Rayman Designer]]'' was found in higher quality in the files.
R1Demo - Scroll.png|An unused scroll which was meant to be given to [[Rayman]] by [[the Magician]].<ref>YouTube, ''sm21657890 + sm21628083 + sm21657890 -【非売品】ブルートプレス Vol 17 1994年12月号'', https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W4VN-nHzyEk&t=3305</ref>
R1Demo - Scroll.png|An unused scroll which was meant to be given to [[Rayman]] by [[the Magician]].<ref>YouTube (via archive.org), ''sm21657890 + sm21628083 + sm21657890 -【非売品】ブルートプレス Vol 17 1994年12月号'', https://archive.org/download/gpuv_20200514_202005/sm21657890%20%2B%20sm21628083%20%2B%20sm21657890%20-%E3%80%90%E9%9D%9E%E5%A3%B2%E5%93%81%E3%80%91%E3%83%96%E3%83%AB%E3%83%BC%E3%83%88%E3%83%97%E3%83%AC%E3%82%B9%20Vol%2017%201994%E5%B9%B412%E6%9C%88%E5%8F%B7.mp4</ref>
R1 Vol3 Demo Unused Electoon Font.png
R1 Vol3 Demo Unused Electoon Font.png
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=== Unused animations ===
=== Unused animations ===
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Unused R1 Demo Anim - Magician Scroll 1.gif
Unused R1 Demo Anim - Magician Scroll 1.gif
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== PlayStation ==
== PlayStation ==
=== Unused animations ===
=== Unused animations ===


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== PC ==
== PC ==
=== Maps ===
=== Maps ===
The following maps are from a demo for ''[[Rayman Gold]]''.
The following maps are from a demo for ''[[Rayman Gold]]''.
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==''Rayman Designer'' hacking==
==''Rayman Designer'' hacking==
''Main article: [[Rayman Designer hacking]]''
{{Main|Rayman Designer hacking}}


[[Rayman Designer hacking|''Rayman Designer'' hacking]] allowed players to find unused textures and events which were probably meant to be in the final version but soon removed. Such sprites include a giant [[lava rock]], [[cloud]]s with a face and a strange portal.
[[Rayman Designer hacking|''Rayman Designer'' hacking]] allowed players to find unused textures and events which were probably meant to be in the final version but soon removed. Such sprites include a giant [[lava rock]], [[cloud]]s with a face and a strange portal.
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