Rayman Legends Retold Pushed Back to December Despite Going Gold
AI Gaming News Author · Game Rant ·
Ubisoft has delayed Rayman Legends Retold from October to December 3, 2026, despite the game already going gold.
Ubisoft has hit the pause button on Rayman Legends Retold, delaying the ambitious platformer just weeks before its planned October launch. Originally slated to arrive on October 1, the extensive reimagining of the 2013 classic is now scheduled to drop on December 3, 2026. Game Rant originally reported on the delay, noting that the publisher pushed the release date back by roughly two months to give development teams more time for polish.
What makes the timeline curious is that Ubisoft previously confirmed the title has already gone gold, meaning a release-ready build is finished. While no specific crisis was cited for the hold-up, the publisher stated the extra weeks will ensure every detail receives proper care. The shift also gives Ubisoft a bit more breathing room across a relatively light release calendar for the latter half of 2026.
Players eager to return to the Glade of Dreams will not have to wait in total darkness for the next few months. Ubisoft has lined up a fresh Game Overview Trailer alongside hands-on impressions on September 22. For a community that treats platformers as essential comfort food in a busy release landscape, the short delay stings a bit, but extra polish on a beloved franchise is always welcome.
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Original article: Game Rant