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'''''Rayman Legends Retold''''' is an upcoming 2.5D/3D action-platformer co-developed by [[Ubisoft|Ubisoft Montpellier and Ubisoft Milan]] 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. | '''''Rayman Legends Retold''''' is an upcoming 2.5D/3D action-platformer co-developed by [[Ubisoft|Ubisoft Montpellier and Ubisoft Milan]] 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. | ||
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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" /> | 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]]'', 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" /> | 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-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" /> | [[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 == | ||
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* [[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." | ||
* [[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. | * [[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. | * [[Betilla]]: Given a realistic, human-like redesign. | ||
<gallery widths="320px" heights="180px"> | <gallery widths="320px" heights="180px"> | ||
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. | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
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== Game editions == | == Game editions == | ||
''Rayman Legends Retold'' is available for pre-order in three distinct editions:<ref name="official_page" /> | ''Rayman Legends Retold'' is available for pre-order in three distinct editions:<ref name="official_page" /> | ||
* '''Standard Edition:''' Includes the base game and a digital copy of ''[[Rayman Origins#Rayman Origins Enhanced Edition|Rayman Origins: Enhanced Edition]]'' (supporting 4K resolution, 60 FPS, controller haptic feedback, and modern quality-of-life upgrades). | * '''Standard Edition:''' Includes the base game and a digital copy of ''[[Rayman Origins#Rayman Origins Enhanced Edition|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|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]]). | * '''Deluxe Edition:''' Includes the base game, a digital copy of ''[[Rayman Origins#Rayman Origins Enhanced Edition|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]]). | ||
* '''Launch Edition:''' Includes a physical copy of the base game, a digital copy of ''[[Rayman Origins#Rayman Origins Enhanced Edition|Rayman Origins: Enhanced Edition]]'', a printed map of the [[Glade of Dreams]], three lithographs, and a slipcase. | * '''Launch Edition:''' Includes a physical copy of the base game, a digital copy of ''[[Rayman Origins#Rayman Origins Enhanced Edition|Rayman Origins: Enhanced Edition]]'', a printed map of the [[Glade of Dreams]], three lithographs, and a slipcase. | ||
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== Reception == | == Reception == | ||
=== Reveal === | === Reveal === | ||
''Retold'' received mixed to positive reactions upon being revealed, with criticism towards the decision to remake ''Legends'' after the franchise's near decade-long hiatus rather than making a brand new game or remaking an older game like ''[[Rayman 2]]'' or ''[[Rayman 3]]''. Some of the character redesigns were met with positivity, such as [[Barbara]]'s design in her first appearance in a 3D-style ''[[Rayman (series)|Rayman]]'' game | ''Retold'' received mixed to positive reactions upon being revealed, with criticism towards the decision to remake ''Legends'' after the franchise's near decade-long hiatus rather than making a brand new game or remaking an older game like ''[[Rayman 2]]'' or ''[[Rayman 3]]''. Some of the character redesigns were met with positivity, such as [[Barbara]]'s design in her first appearance in a 3D-style ''[[Rayman (series)|Rayman]]'' game, while others have received criticism, most notably Rayman's separate eyes and [[Betilla]]'s more realistic, human-like design. | ||
In contrast to the criticism, the visual quality, voice acting, cutscenes, new content and gameplay have received praise, with many expressing gratitude for [[Rayman]] still being relevant at [[Ubisoft]]. | |||
== Future == | == Future == | ||
When asked why Ubisoft decided to remake ''Rayman Legends'', Rayman Brand Producer Loïc Gounon responded that they hoped the remake would “be the foundation for the future” of Rayman as an ongoing series.<ref>https://www.nintendolife.com/previews/hands-on-rayman-legends-retold-somehow-legends-returned-but-why</ref> A leaker who revealed the remake before the official announcement stated that development on "''Rayman 4''" (which was alluded to as a joke in ''Rayman 3'') will depend on how well | When asked why Ubisoft decided to remake ''Rayman Legends'', Rayman Brand Producer Loïc Gounon responded that they hoped the remake would “be the foundation for the future” of Rayman as an ongoing series.<ref>https://www.nintendolife.com/previews/hands-on-rayman-legends-retold-somehow-legends-returned-but-why</ref> A leaker who revealed the remake before the official announcement stated that development on "''Rayman 4''" (which was alluded to as a joke in ''[[Rayman 3]]'') will depend on how well ''Rayman Legends Retold'' performs financially.<ref>https://www.thegamer.com/rayman-4-reportedly-depends-on-legends-retold-sales-success/</ref> | ||
This statement was met with criticism, with many citing it as an unfair business practice and putting the fate of the franchise solely on the fans, especially with Ubisoft's past unrealistic expectations when it comes to sales. | This statement was met with criticism, with many citing it as an unfair business practice and putting the fate of the franchise solely on the fans, especially with [[Ubisoft]]'s past unrealistic expectations when it comes to sales.{{Citation needed}} | ||
== Gallery == | == Gallery == | ||
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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]]. | ||
Retold Trailer Barbara.png|[[Barbara]] making a face in a cutscene. | |||
Legends Retold Vilain.png| | Legends Retold Vilain.png|An unidentified new villain. | ||
Retold Trailer Dark Teensy.png|A [[Dark Teensy]] and the [[Mechanical Dragon]] | Retold Trailer Dark Teensy.png|A [[Dark Teensy]] and the [[Mechanical Dragon]] | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
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