"Ubisoft Confirms New Rayman Game in Development with Creator Michel Ancel: Exciting Updates and Future Plans"

"Ubisoft Confirms New Rayman Game in Development with Creator Michel Ancel: Exciting Updates and Future Plans"

Ubisoft is Exploring a New Rayman Game

Ubisoft has announced that it is in the exploration phase for a new Rayman game, involving creator Michel Ancel.

Current Development Status

  • The project is still in its early stages, according to Ubisoft representatives.
  • Ubisoft Montpellier and Ubisoft Milan are leading the initiative.
  • Details will be shared as the project progresses.

Background and Team Changes

  • This announcement comes after the disbandment of the Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown development team.
  • Some members from this team have been reassigned to work on projects including a Rayman remake, Beyond Good and Evil 2, and the next Ghost Recon.

Role of Michel Ancel

  • Michel Ancel, known for creating the Rayman franchise, is being consulted to ensure consistency within the game’s universe.
  • Ancel left Ubisoft in 2020 to pursue other interests, including establishing a wildlife sanctuary.

Franchise History and Future Prospects

  • The last main installment in the Rayman series was Rayman Legends, released in 2013.
  • Rayman has a rich history, dating back to 1995, spanning across various gaming platforms.

Ubisoft continues to navigate significant corporate challenges and rumors regarding a company takeover, which could affect future projects.

Source: IGN