One of the Best Games of the 2010s Is Being Remade
Once upon a time, Ubisoft's Rayman franchise was one of the major players in the platforming genre. Using a lot of the same elements that made Super Mario popular, the Rayman games give a fun, non-Nintendo alternative for folks who get a little tired of only playing as the plumber while jumping from one place to the next.
The best game in the franchise is arguably Rayman Legends, a 2013 sidescroller that possesses gorgeous graphics and some of the most fluid controls in the history of the industry. Playing that game feels like you are one with the character, like the buttons and stick are an extension of your fingers.
Ubisoft announced today that Rayman Legends will be transoformed for the 2020s in a remake, Rayman Legends Retold. It will come out October 1, 2026, for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, GE Force Now, Blacknut, and PC.
The company shared some more press details on Tuesday.
"'Rayman Legends Retold is our way of revisiting what makes Rayman so special, and re‑telling that experience for a new generation of players,' said Loïc Gounon, Brand Producer. 'We wanted to preserve everything fans love, and Legends gave us the perfect foundation to expand Rayman's lore, its world logic, and how everything connects together.'"
"The iconic limbless hero and his friends will leap, glide, and punch their way through enemies and memorable boss fights as they rescue Teensies throughout the Glade of Dreams. The world has been reimagined and is more immersive than ever, featuring new character interactions and surprises around every corner. Rayman Legends Retold brings the game to life in new and exciting ways, including:
- Stunning 3D visuals
- A brand-new story
- Fully voiced cinematics
- A never-before-seen sixth realm
- Four all-new musical stages
- Thrilling dragon rides
- New Cave of Trials challenges
- Return of Kung Foot with improved controls and customizable rules
- An expanded soundtrack from acclaimed composers Christophe Héral and Grant Kirkhope
- New and improved gameplay"
It sounds like the game will garner a whole new generation of fans for the franchise. If you missed out 13 years ago, don't make that mistake again. This game is an all-timer.
This story was originally published by Men's Journal on Jun 3, 2026, where it first appeared in the News section. Add Men's Journal as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
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This story was originally published June 2, 2026 at 10:56 PM.