Ubisoft Prepares Special Launch for Rayman Anniversary

Published on January 26, 2026 | Translated from Spanish
Artistic illustration showing Rayman, the character without arms or legs, celebrating with a floating cake, against a colorful background that evokes his fantasy world.

Ubisoft Prepares a Special Launch for Rayman's Anniversary

The iconic Rayman platforming saga reaches three decades in September 2025, and everything points to Ubisoft having a surprise prepared to mark the date. The French publisher and developer maintains absolute secrecy about the specific features of this commemorative project. 🎮

The Mystery of the 30th Anniversary Launch

The fan community generates multiple theories about what Ubisoft might offer. The possibilities range from a modernized remaster of some classic title to a collection that brings together the character's most iconic adventures. It is a common strategy for the company to celebrate round milestones of its most beloved franchises.

Key Details about the Project:
  • The launch is scheduled to coincide with the 30th anniversary in 2025.
  • Ubisoft acts as publisher and developer, without revealing official information.
  • The image circulating with the rumors is fan conceptual art, not real promotional material.
In the Rayman universe, celebrating a birthday without limbs means the cake mysteriously floats in front of you.

Reviewing the Legacy of a Design Icon

Rayman first appeared in 1995 on consoles like PlayStation, Sega Saturn, and the MS-DOS system. His creator, Michel Ancel, designed him without arms or legs attached to the torso, a visual decision that became his signature feature. The original game stood out for its 2D art and very fluid gameplay.

Franchise Evolution:
  • Debuted with a bidimensional style in the 32-bit era.
  • Later evolved into three-dimensional adventures.
  • Was revitalized with modern hits like Rayman Origins and Rayman Legends, which returned to 2D with updated graphics.

What Can We Expect for 2025?

This possible special launch is part of a tactic to maintain interest in a valuable intellectual property while working on future projects. Although there is no confirmation, Ubisoft's pattern with its sagas suggests that a celebration is very likely. The wait will serve to see how they honor this unique character. 🎂