Michel Ancel Confirms Existence of Original 1995 Rayman Remake

It appears the platforming legend is finally set to grace modern hardware in the very near future.

Michel Ancel, the visionary creator behind the Rayman series, has seemingly validated long-standing rumors regarding a revival of the original title. In a recent interview with Retro Gamer magazine marking the franchise’s 30th anniversary, he mentioned that Ubisoft is currently developing “something akin to a remake” of the 1995 classic.

This marks the second major indicator of the game’s return in recent weeks. On January 22, a listing for “Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition” surfaced in Australian age rating databases, specifically targeting the PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch.

These developments align with claims made by industry insider Tom Henderson last September, who reported that Ubisoft was working on both a reimagined version of the first game and an entirely new entry. However, based on Ancel’s latest comments, the project may lean more toward a high-definition remaster featuring modern refinements rather than a full-scale, ground-up reconstruction.

While an official announcement has yet to be made, Ubisoft previously indicated that the 30th-anniversary festivities would be substantial and long-lasting. Despite the company’s recent internal restructuring, the timing of the age rating suggests that the Rayman project remains a priority and is likely on track for a release later this year.

Source: iXBT.games