Ubisoft Pushes Rayman Legends Retold to December, Just Weeks Before Launch

Ubisoft has announced a delay for Rayman Legends Retold, shifting its release from October to December. The news came via a social media post today, where Ubisoft explained that although the game has gone gold and was originally set to launch on October 1, it needs a bit more time for polishing. The new release date is December 3. Fans can expect a fresh look at the game next week on September 22.

This delay moves Rayman Legends Retold out of the crowded window of major releases like Gears of War, Call of Duty, and GTA 6. While Rayman caters to a different audience and might not have been directly affected by those blockbusters, the new date allows it to garner more attention. Launching during the heart of the holiday season could also boost its visibility as a potential gift, though only time will tell how it performs.

Rayman Legends Retold was unveiled earlier this summer, and early previews have been very positive. It's a reimagining of the 2013 platformer Rayman Legends, featuring new content, gameplay mechanics, 3D graphics, and more. Essentially, it's a new game built on elements from the original. As the first Rayman title in 13 years, fans are hopeful that a successful launch will keep the franchise alive and thriving.

Ubisoft has been busy with remakes this year, including Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced and now Rayman Legends Retold. The publisher had also planned a remake of Prince of Persia: Sands of Time, but it was canceled after quality concerns and years of development issues. Given the success of Black Flag Resynced, it's likely Ubisoft will continue to revisit its classic titles.