Rayman Creator Shares New Details on Unannounced Remake
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– Series creator Michel Ancel has teased an HD remake of the original Rayman game, suggesting Ubisoft will add more checkpoints to reduce frustration.
– The remake, potentially called the “Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition,” has been rated by the Australian Classification Board for release on PS5 and Nintendo Switch.
– Ancel believes the original game’s challenging, pixel-precise gameplay remains interesting and fun despite its slower pacing.
– Ubisoft previously confirmed a team was working on Rayman’s future, but recent studio closures and project cancellations may have impacted these plans.
– The existence of this remake has been an open secret, following leaks and ratings, similar to the known Assassin’s Creed Black Flag remake.
The creator of the beloved Rayman series has offered fresh insights into a highly anticipated, yet still unannounced, HD remake of the original game. Michel Ancel, in a recent interview, confirmed the project is moving forward, suggesting Ubisoft is refining the classic platformer to appeal to modern audiences while preserving its unique charm.
During his conversation with RetroGamer, Ancel shared specific details about the upcoming release. He mentioned the remake “will be in HD” and that the development team is likely adding more checkpoints to ease the difficulty for newer players. He reflected on the original game’s enduring appeal, noting its “pixel-precise gameplay” and deliberate pacing contribute to a feel that remains distinctive even today. Ancel believes the planned update is a smart move, addressing one of the few potential drawbacks for contemporary gamers, the original’s punishing save system, while keeping the core experience intact.
This revelation follows mounting evidence that the project, often referred to as the “Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition,” is indeed real. The game has already received a rating from the Australian Classification Board, earning a ‘G’ classification for very mild violence. Listings indicate it will launch on PS5 and Nintendo Switch, with Atari curiously named as both developer and publisher. The title has become one of the industry’s worst-kept secrets, generating significant buzz among fans.
The future of Rayman was previously highlighted in a teaser video from brand producer Loic Gounon late last year. He assured fans that dedicated teams at Ubisoft Montpellier and Ubisoft Milan were actively shaping the franchise’s next chapter, though he cautioned that news would not arrive immediately. However, the broader context of Ubisoft’s recent strategic “reset”, which involved studio closures and project cancellations, introduces some uncertainty. While the Rayman remake appears to have survived this corporate restructuring so far, the environment underscores the challenges of bringing such a beloved classic back to life. Fans remain hopeful that this HD reimagining will successfully bridge the gap between nostalgic challenge and contemporary accessibility.
(Source: EUROGAMER)
