Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition Reviews
Even as someone who isn’t the biggest fan of the original Rayman and its penchant for punishment, I still found a lot to love in the 30th Anniversary Edition. The many tweaks and enhancements make it the way to play the original, and the detailed documentary is a great extra on top of it all. It’s just a shame that the party is pooped a bit by the missing soundtrack and some teething problems.
If you’re a super fan of the original game and want every possible version of it, the package totally delivers. But considering how many Rayman games there were, including its sequels and spin-offs, it would have been nice to at least have had Rayman 2 included.
Clearly a passion project for Digital Eclipse and Ubisoft, Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition is a proper celebration of the limbless platforming icon.
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If you're a Rayman purist, this anniversary edition might not satisfy you for the reason I mentioned earlier. However, if you're a die-hard fan who wants to experience the character's origins and development, you're in the right place and can enjoy it on your Xbox.
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An excellent platformer that was one of the most important titles in the early days of PlayStation, beautifully presented here. With tons of interesting additional content, this is an essential purchase for fans of the original. Hopefully in the future, whatever is holding back the faithfully recreated soundtrack will be resolved.
Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition celebrates the past with some extras and details from the franchise's history, but forgets to polish the present, delivering a simple and flawed package in its execution, far short of the celebration Rayman really deserves.
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We believe the package could have offered more; from more content to a slightly greater value. In the documentary, the Guillemots mention that Rayman is the reason Ubisoft took off as a studio and achieved worldwide fame. Therefore, we think they could have thrown a more epic party; even so, happy birthday, Rayman , you're still a legend.
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This collection is the best way to experience the original Rayman, offering multiple versions with modern enhancements and a wealth of archival content for longtime fans. However, as a 30th anniversary tribute, it feels underwhelming ' lacking additional entries and replacing the original soundtrack with a new one that doesn't quite capture the same magic.
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It may be let down by its lack of original soundtrack and the fact that four of the five games here are practically identical. But the museum content makes Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition a worthwhile purchase for fans – and there's no denying that Rayman still stands the test of time as one of the best platformers from the 90s.
Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition celebrates the classic platformer with a collection that brings together five versions of the original Rayman alongside extras focused on preserving the franchise’s history, including an interactive museum and a playable prototype. While it offers an interesting look behind the scenes of the game’s development, the package feels limited due to the lack of variety, as each version delivers nearly the same experience. The gameplay retains the challenging feel of its era, with rigid controls, though modern features like rewind help soften the difficulty. Overall, it works better as a historical celebration for fans than as a content-rich collection.
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“Still a beautiful, challenging, and unique platforming experience even after 30 years.”
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Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition fulfills its purpose as a tribute to one of the most iconic platformers in history, combining nostalgia, historical content, and new experiences in a balanced way. The inclusion of multiple versions, previously unreleased levels, and a never-before-seen prototype demonstrates exceptional attention to detail and the fans of the series. Its stable emulation, modern features, and reimagined soundtrack solidify an accessible and enjoyable experience for both veterans and new players.
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While the intention to preserve the historical memory of the first Rayman is a commendable initiative, it is equally true that the same result could have been achieved with a simple emulator or through services such as PS Plus or Nintendo Switch Online. A somewhat lacklustre 30th Anniversary Edition that offers very little in the way of a true celebration - not to mention the incredible new bugs affecting saves.
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Compiled with love and care for its iconic mascot, Rayman's 30th Anniversary Edition has some odd and major pitfalls, but it's still a worthwhile package for those interested in gaming history.
Rayman continues to be considered a hidden gem, and now its first title is being remembered and preserved as a historically valuable item through its 30th-anniversary edition. It's incomplete due to the lack of the Sega Saturn version and a new soundtrack that completely replaced the original, with no option to switch between them. Even so, for big fans of the armless character from the French publisher, it's a worthwhile experience.
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Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition is a fitting tribute to one of the main mascots of the 32-bit era, and the different versions included show how a 1990s title can age well, even with some structural flaws. From a memorabilia standpoint, the timeline is wonderful, portraying everything from Michel Ancel's ideas to all the paths that led to the character's creation. The lack of the original soundtrack is a significant drawback, however, it doesn't overshadow the Rayman anniversary celebration.
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While timed jumps are not my forte, I found myself drawn into the action and learning the timing of the game.
Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition is how such remasters should be done. All versions, all the content you could imagine, tons of modern emulation tricks, a never before available playable prototype, and a brilliant new documentary to boot. It’s even priced well, at 19.99 USD/EUR! Now… can we please get a similar treatment for the Rayman sequels?