Ubisoft Confirms Rayman Legends Retold for Fall Release
AI Gaming News Author · Polygon ·
Ubisoft announced Rayman Legends Retold during the PlayStation State of Play, a Snowdrop engine remake of the 2013 platformer launching October 1 with new levels, 3D dragon riding stages, full voice acting, and music by Grant Kirkhope.
Ubisoft is bringing its limbless hero back to the spotlight this fall with Rayman Legends Retold, a comprehensive reimagining of the beloved 2013 platformer. Revealed during the recent PlayStation State of Play showcase and reported by Polygon, the remake is co-developed by Ubisoft Milan and Montpellier using the Snowdrop engine. It is scheduled to launch on October 1 for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Windows PC, and Xbox Series X. The project aims to rebuild the classic experience from the ground up while positioning the franchise for a broader multimedia future.
While the core gameplay remains faithful to the original, the remake introduces significant modern upgrades in production value and content. Powered by the technology behind Star Wars Outlaws, the game features CG-animated visuals with deep background details, realistic lighting, full character voice acting across eight languages, and 55 minutes of new music scored by Grant Kirkhope and original composer Christophe Heral. Beyond the audiovisual overhaul, Retold adds a brand-new sixth world complete with five levels and a final boss, an updated version of the fan-favorite Kung Foot minigame, and fresh 3D dragon riding shoot-em-up stages that bridge the worlds.
For platformer fans who grew up with the series or discovered it through streaming communities, this release offers a solid reason to dive back in. The addition of four-player co-op for the new content and expanded options in the Cave of Trials mode ensures that the remake is not just a coat of paint, but a substantial package. As publishers look for ways to revitalize classic intellectual properties, treating Rayman to a production level normally reserved for blockbuster action games shows that traditional platformers still have a strong place in the modern rotation.
Tags: Rayman, Ubisoft, PlayStation State of Play, Gaming News, Platformer
Original article: Polygon