Ubisoft just announced Rayman Legends Retold at Sony’s June 2, 2026 State of Play. The classic 2013 platformer is getting a full 3D reimagining. Expect a brand-new story, a never-before-seen sixth realm, dragon rides, and an expanded soundtrack from Christophe Héral and Grant Kirkhope. The game launches October 1, 2026 across PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, GeForce Now, Blacknut, and PC.

This is not a remaster. Ubisoft Montpellier and Ubisoft Milan have rebuilt Rayman Legends from the ground up in 3D. They use the Snowdrop engine. The side-scrolling feel that made the 2013 original a critical favourite remains intact. Multiple journalists got two hours of hands-on time. They confirm the new visuals work, and the gameplay still feels like Rayman.

Here is the short version. Rayman Legends Retold launches October 1, 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, and PC. Ubisoft offers four editions: Standard, Deluxe digital, Launch retail, and Deluxe Upgrade Pack. Every pre-order includes the Hoodlum Havoc costume pack. The base game ships with Rayman Origins: Enhanced Edition (4K, 60 FPS, haptic feedback) included. Hands-on previews from Game Informer, MP1st, and Nintendo Everything are positive.

1. What Is Rayman Legends Retold?

Rayman Legends Retold is a 3D reimagining of the 2013 platformer Rayman Legends. Ubisoft Montpellier and Ubisoft Milan jointly developed it on the Snowdrop engine. The game releases October 1, 2026 across PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, GeForce Now, Blacknut, and PC. The official site is raymanlegendsretold.com.

Ubisoft Montpellier developed the original 2013 Rayman Legends on the UbiArt Framework. That engine produced the signature hand-drawn 2D look. Retold trades that style for fully 3D characters and environments. The side-scrolling platform gameplay remains intact. Brand Producer Loïc Gounon describes the goal simply: “revisit what makes Rayman so special and re-tell that experience for a new generation of players.”

Ubisoft positions the game as a new entry point to the franchise. It also works as a fresh take for returning fans. This is the first major new Rayman platformer in over a decade. Ubisoft also says the characters are fully voiced for the first time in franchise history. Rayman has been famously mute throughout most of the series. Ubisoft confirmed both the original Rayman Legends and the new Retold version will coexist. Fans of the original 2D art style can continue to play it.

2. The New Story: A Shadowy Villain in the Glade of Dreams

Retold introduces a reworked story for the Rayman universe. A new shadowy villain spreads corruption throughout the Glade of Dreams. Rayman teams up with Globox, Barbara, Grand Minimus, and Murphy. Together they restore peace and rescue the Teensies trapped across the realms. The villain’s identity has not been revealed in the announcement materials.

The original Legends had a loose level-based premise. Retold adds full narrative cinematics and fully voiced characters (a first in franchise history per Ubisoft). The world structure is also more connected. Brand Producer Loïc Gounon describes the goal as expanding “Rayman’s lore, its world logic, and how everything connects together.” Expect a tighter narrative thread between levels than the original.

The expanded story also introduces a never-before-seen sixth realm. According to Ubisoft, the original Rayman Legends did not have an equivalent area. The new realm is built specifically for the new narrative. Nintendo Life’s hands-on preview adds more detail. Beyond the sixth realm, Retold also includes five new platforming levels sprinkled throughout the original adventure. A redesigned world map navigates everything together.

3. What’s New in Retold: 3D Visuals, Dragon Rides, and Musical Stages

Retold adds substantial new content beyond the visual overhaul. Here is what Ubisoft confirmed:

3D Visuals (Still Side-Scrolling Gameplay)

This is the headline change. Retold renders the Rayman world in full 3D. The strict 2D plane of the original breaks open, with bending playgrounds, tilting cameras, and dynamic in-game cutscenes. Brand Art Director Guillaume Arvieu calls it a “bridge between the visual richness and dramatization of Rayman 2 and 3, and the efficiency and clarity of the side-scrolling gameplay of Rayman Legends.” Game Informer’s hands-on preview confirms the key point. The gameplay still functions as side-scrolling under the new 3D camera. The feel of the 2013 original stays intact.

A Never-Before-Seen Sixth Realm

The original Rayman Legends had five main worlds. Retold adds a new sixth realm tied to the new villain’s storyline. Ubisoft has not detailed its theme, but Brand Director Guillaume Cerda emphasises that it makes “full use of the PS5’s capabilities, using the Snowdrop engine to deliver a more expressive Rayman experience.”

Four New Musical Stages

Music levels were a fan-favourite element of the original Rayman Legends. Each platforming action synced with the beat of a famous song (“Black Betty,” “Eye of the Tiger,” and so on). Retold adds four entirely new musical stages designed for the soundtrack. Grant Kirkhope joins the team as composer. The Scottish veteran wrote the soundtracks to Banjo-Kazooie, Donkey Kong 64, and the Mario plus Rabbids series. He shares the credit with Christophe Héral, who composed Rayman Origins and the original Rayman Legends. Together they deliver an expanded score.

Dragon Rides

Retold introduces dragon riding as a new traversal mechanic. According to Nintendo Life and other hands-on previews, the 3D dragon ride sequences serve as transitions between worlds. Players fly through aerial sequences as they move from one realm to the next. This is one of the most-discussed additions from the State of Play trailer.

Cave of Trials

A new endgame challenge mode called the Cave of Trials offers ongoing free challenges that test player skill. Ubisoft has confirmed the Cave of Trials will receive additional free updates after launch.

Fully Voiced Cinematics

Cinematics in Retold are fully voiced. Voice acting covers Rayman, Globox, Barbara, and the rest of the main cast. Ubisoft describes this as the first time characters are fully voiced in franchise history. The claim deserves a small caveat. Earlier 3D entries like Rayman 3: Hoodlum Havoc (2003) did include voice acting. The Ubisoft statement is most accurate for the modern Origins/Legends era of the franchise, when characters were largely silent. Either way, Retold’s voice work is a meaningful production upgrade over the original 2013 Legends.

4. What’s Returning: Kung Foot, Couch Co-Op, and Familiar Levels

Retold keeps the parts of Rayman Legends fans loved most, with quality-of-life improvements.

Couch Co-Op for Up to 4 Players

Local multiplayer for one to four players returns, with all main characters (Rayman, Globox, Barbara, Grand Minimus) playable. Co-op encourages competitive collection (racing for Lums, claiming Teensies) and chaotic platforming as players knock each other off the path.

Kung Foot (Improved)

Kung Foot, the simple-but-addictive Rayman-soccer mini-game from the original, returns with improved controls, power-ups, and customizable rules. Game Informer compares it to “Smash Bros meets soccer” and confirms it remains a strong party-game option.

Returning Levels (Updated)

Retold includes a substantial selection of returning Rayman Legends levels. Each one is redesigned for the 3D presentation. Ubisoft has not published a complete level list yet. The announcement trailer showed familiar locations like the Old Teensie Kingdom updated for the new visual style. Hands-on previews from Game Informer and MP1st confirm the core platforming feel of the original is preserved.

Honest note on the art change: Not everyone is happy about the move from hand-drawn 2D to 3D. Multiple previews acknowledge the original had one of the most beautiful 2D art styles in any platformer. Reviewers praise Retold's 3D approach as well-executed. For fans who specifically loved the hand-drawn look, Ubisoft has confirmed the original 2D Rayman Legends will remain available.

5. Editions and Pre-Order Bonuses

There are four editions of Rayman Legends Retold. Edition details are sourced from Ubisoft’s official news announcement; specific contents may vary by storefront and platform, so verify on your chosen store before pre-ordering.

Hoodlum Havoc Pre-Order Bonus

Every pre-order of any edition includes the exclusive Hoodlum Havoc Pack. It contains two costumes for Rayman and Globox. The costumes draw inspiration from Rayman 3: Hoodlum Havoc. This is the only way to get those costumes at launch.

Retro Pack Costumes (Deluxe and Upgrade)

The Retro Pack in the Deluxe Edition and Deluxe Upgrade Pack includes four costumes:

• Classic Rayman Outfit for Rayman
• Betilla The Fairy Outfit for Barbara
• Retro Hunter Outfit for Globox
• Electoon Teensie Outfit for Grand Minimus

Rayman Origins: Enhanced Edition

The 2011 Rayman Origins is included in all main editions (Standard, Deluxe, Launch). It comes enhanced for current hardware. The upgrades cover 4K resolution, 60 FPS, new collectibles and rewards, and haptic feedback for compatible controllers. Modern quality-of-life updates round out the package. Rayman Origins: Enhanced Edition will also be available as a standalone purchase starting October 1, 2026.

6. What Critics Are Saying After Hands-On Previews

Multiple major outlets got hands-on time with Rayman Legends Retold before the State of Play reveal. Here is what they said.

Game Informer (Wesley LeBlanc, 2-hour hands-on)

Game Informer’s Senior Associate Editor Wesley LeBlanc spent two hours with the game. He called it “a 3D remake of the best Rayman game.” Under the 3D staging, the game still uses the same 2D bones that felt great in 2013. Quality-of-life updates make it feel even better. LeBlanc acknowledged initial scepticism about the visual change. He still said he “grew quite fond of the 3D visual style.” Game Informer also has a six-page feature on Retold in an upcoming print issue.

MP1st (Two-Hour Hands-On)

MP1st called Retold “Rayman is back, and better than ever.” The hands-on preview praised the responsive movement: “Within minutes of picking up the controller, everything immediately clicked. Movement feels fast, responsive, and incredibly smooth.” Their reviewer also found multiple unintended shortcuts through clever ability combinations. Level design encourages this kind of experimentation.

Nintendo Everything (Switch 2 Preview Context)

Nintendo Everything’s preview confirms two key Switch 2 details. Retold targets 60 FPS on Nintendo Switch 2. The Switch 2 version will have content parity with the other platform versions. The reviewer described their hands-on session as “simply fun” with responsive controls and enjoyable movement.

DualShockers

DualShockers tested an early build via Ubisoft streaming. The reviewer was initially “trepidatious” about the 2D-to-3D shift. After playing, they said “Legends Retold still looks absolutely amazing in this new form factor.” Ubisoft “clearly understood that the original’s art was one of the most loved things about it.”

Critical reception summary: Hands-on previews from June 2, 2026 are uniformly positive. The main concern across multiple outlets is the move away from the hand-drawn 2D look. Even so, every reviewer who played the build said the 3D adaptation works well. No outlet has published a final review yet. The game does not release until October 1, 2026.

7. Platforms, Release Date, and Where to Pre-Order

Rayman Legends Retold launches on multiple platforms. Here are the verified details from Ubisoft’s official announcement:

Pre-orders are open at all major storefronts. The Standard Edition is the entry point. For Retro Pack costumes and art gallery, go with the Deluxe Edition. Collectors should pick the Launch Edition (retail only) for the printed map, lithographs, and slipcase. Anyone starting with Standard can later add the Retro Pack and Art Gallery. The Deluxe Upgrade Pack covers that path.

Pre-order Rayman Legends Retold directly from the Ubisoft Store, through your preferred console store, or via the official site at raymanlegendsretold.com. Every pre-order, regardless of edition, includes the Hoodlum Havoc Pack.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the release date for Rayman Legends Retold?

Rayman Legends Retold launches on October 1, 2026. This was confirmed during Sony’s State of Play on June 2, 2026.

Is Rayman Legends Retold a PlayStation exclusive?

No. Sony’s State of Play hosted the announcement, but Rayman Legends Retold is multi-platform. The game releases October 1, 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, GeForce Now, Blacknut, and PC. PC versions are available via Ubisoft Connect, Steam, and the Epic Games Store.

Who is developing Rayman Legends Retold?

Rayman Legends Retold is developed jointly by Ubisoft Montpellier and Ubisoft Milan. Ubisoft Montpellier was the original developer of the 2013 Rayman Legends. The game uses Ubisoft’s Snowdrop engine.

Is Rayman Legends Retold a remaster or a remake?

It is a remake (or what Ubisoft calls a “reimagining”). Ubisoft Montpellier and Ubisoft Milan rebuilt the game from the ground up in 3D on the Snowdrop engine. The package includes a new story, a new sixth realm, four new musical stages, fully voiced cinematics, and new traversal mechanics like dragon riding between worlds. It is not a graphical upgrade of the original. Game Informer describes the result as a “2.5D” platformer. The 3D presentation sits on the same side-scrolling bones that made the 2013 original feel great.

Does it include the original Rayman Legends?

Rayman Legends Retold does not include the original 2013 Rayman Legends in the box. However, all standard, deluxe, and launch editions of Retold include Rayman Origins: Enhanced Edition at no extra cost. That is a 4K, 60 FPS remaster of the 2011 Rayman Origins. The original Rayman Legends remains separately available on existing platforms.

What is the new sixth realm in Rayman Legends Retold?

The sixth realm is a never-before-seen world added exclusively to Retold. It ties into the storyline of the new shadowy villain. Ubisoft has not yet revealed the theme or detailed mechanics of the sixth realm. The publisher confirms only that it is brand-new content built for this remake.

Will there be multiplayer or co-op?

Yes. Retold supports one to four player local couch co-op throughout the entire campaign. The competitive Kung Foot mini-game also returns with improved controls, power-ups, and customizable rules.

How much will Rayman Legends Retold cost?

Ubisoft has not officially confirmed pricing yet as of the June 2, 2026 announcement. Pricing for new full-game releases from Ubisoft typically ranges from $50 to $70 depending on edition. The official price will appear on store pages closer to launch. Always check the official Ubisoft Store or your platform’s storefront for current pricing.

What is the pre-order bonus?

Every pre-order of any edition includes the exclusive Hoodlum Havoc Pack: two costumes for Rayman and Globox inspired by the 2003 game Rayman 3: Hoodlum Havoc. These costumes are only available as a pre-order bonus at launch.