Rayman 30th Anniversary Game Leaks Online with Remake Rumours Swirling
A surprise collaboration between gaming giants Ubisoft and Atari has been revealed through an unexpected leak on an Australian classification website, centred around the 30th anniversary of the beloved platforming character Rayman. This development comes amidst swirling rumours of a separate remake project, suggesting a potential revival for the iconic franchise that once served as Ubisoft's flagship mascot.
The Leaked Anniversary Project
On January 22, 2026, a listing for Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition appeared on the Australian classification site, indicating the title is planned for release on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch platforms. Intriguingly, the listing identifies Atari as both the developer and publisher for this project, marking a notable partnership with the original rights holder Ubisoft.
This leak follows Ubisoft's announcement last year that they were working on the future of Rayman in a commemorative video celebrating the character's three-decade legacy, though the company notably refrained from announcing any specific re-releases or anniversary editions at that time.
Rayman's Storied History
The limbless hero first bounded onto screens on September 7, 1995, with a groundbreaking 2D side-scrolling platformer that launched alongside the original PlayStation console. The character successfully transitioned to 3D gaming with acclaimed sequels Rayman 2: The Great Escape and Rayman 3: Hoodlum Havoc, before returning to his 2D roots with what many consider his finest outings: Rayman Origins and 2013's Rayman Legends.
Despite these critical successes, the franchise has remained dormant regarding new mainline entries for over a decade, with Rayman's most recent appearance being as downloadable content in 2022's Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope. His prominence within Ubisoft's portfolio has notably diminished as the company's focus shifted toward blockbuster franchises like Assassin's Creed and Far Cry.
Separate Remake Rumours Emerge
According to industry reports from Insider Gaming, a separate remake of Rayman Legends - codenamed Steamboat - is reportedly in development at Ubisoft itself. This project appears distinct from the anniversary edition leaked through Australian classification channels.
The leaked anniversary title, reportedly codenamed Iceman, is expected to launch very, very soon according to industry insider Tom Henderson, though no specific release date has been confirmed. The involvement of Atari suggests this could be either a compilation project similar to Digital Eclipse's Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection or a standalone remaster of the original 1995 game.
Development Background and Industry Context
This anniversary project emerges against a backdrop of renewed interest in the Rayman franchise within Ubisoft's development studios. In May of last year, Mario + Rabbids developer Ubisoft Milan began staffing up for what was described as a AAA title for the Rayman brand, working alongside the series' original creators at Ubisoft Montpellier.
This recruitment drive followed Ubisoft's October 2024 announcement that the company was in an exploration phase on the Rayman brand, suggesting multiple projects might be in various stages of development. However, fans remain cautiously optimistic that these initiatives haven't been affected by Ubisoft's recent corporate restructuring, which has led to cancellations and delays of several anticipated games.
Industry observers have noted some curiosity about a potential Rayman Legends remake, given that the original remains widely available across virtually every modern gaming platform. As a primarily 2D experience, it's unclear what significant technical improvements a remake might offer beyond visual enhancements.
Nevertheless, the dual revelations of both an anniversary edition and separate remake rumours suggest that after years of relative quiet, Rayman might finally be preparing for a substantial return to the gaming spotlight, potentially introducing the character to a new generation of players while delighting long-time fans.
