Ubisoft has pushed back the release of Rayman Legends Retold by two months, moving the game from 1st October to 3rd December. The company says the delay is about giving the game the attention it needs before it ships.
The announcement came on Rayman’s official social channels. “While the game has officially gone gold, we have decided to take extra time to make sure every detail gets the care it deserves,” a statement read. The post also pointed to a new “game overview” trailer arriving on 22nd September, and thanked players for their patience.
Rayman Legends Retold was revealed in June, and it is a remake of 2015’s Rayman Legends, a 2D platformer that we scored 10 out of 10 in our review. The remake packs improved visuals, 4K60 graphics, new collectibles and rewards, and a free bundled version of Rayman Origins: Enhanced Edition.
What the Remake Adds
The package is bigger than a simple port. Here is what the delay announcement confirmed about the final product:
- Improved visuals across all four platforms.
- 4K60 support for PC, PS5, Switch 2 and Xbox Series S/X.
- New collectibles and rewards tied into the game’s design.
- A free bundled version of Rayman Origins: Enhanced Edition.
- Official release date now set for 3rd December.
The inclusion of Rayman Origins: Enhanced Edition is a notable bonus.
Why the Delay Matters
The statement’s tone is light, almost playful. The phrase “teensie inconvenience” in the headline matches the company’s willingness to joke about the delay while delivering the news. It reads like a studio that knows the announcement will be met with good humour, even as it pushes back the date.
“We have decided to take extra time to make sure every detail gets the care it deserves.”
The company has been transparent about the process. The gold status was noted in the announcement, and the delay is about giving every detail the care it deserves.
The Platforms and the Trailer
Rayman Legends Retold is coming to PC, PS5, Switch 2 and Xbox Series S/X. The 22nd September trailer will give players a closer look at the game.
The Switch 2 is a new entry in the lineup. The free Origins bundle is a strong incentive for players who might have skipped the previous game.
The delay does not change the core promise of the project. Rayman Legends Retold aims to bring back a beloved game with fresh visual polish and new content. Two months is a short wait for a game this size.
What We Know So Far
The delay is short, and the reasons are stated clearly. Ubisoft is taking extra time to make sure every detail gets the care it deserves. The gold status was confirmed in the announcement, and the delay is about giving every detail the care it deserves.
The trailer on 22nd September will give players a clearer sense of what the finished game looks like. After that, the countdown to 3rd December begins again.
For the game, the delay is a chance to arrive in better shape.
See the video the story is built around at Eurogamer.
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