Rayman - Legends

Despite rave reviews, Legends sold only ~4 million copies (respectable but not blockbuster). It was overshadowed by Super Mario 3D World and GTA V . Following this, Ubisoft shifted focus to open-world franchises ( Assassin’s Creed , Far Cry ). Michel Ancel left Ubisoft in 2020. As of 2025, Rayman Legends remains the last traditional Rayman platformer, making it a bittersweet finale.

It sits on modern consoles (PS4, PS5, Xbox, Switch, PC) often for less than $10 during sales. The Switch version, in particular, is the definitive edition, allowing you to play the Murphy touch-screen levels natively in handheld mode. Rayman Legends

: A surprisingly addictive soccer-style minigame that became a fan-favourite for local multiplayer sessions. Despite rave reviews, Legends sold only ~4 million

What could have been a gimmick became a stroke of genius. The Murphy levels break the monotony of running and jumping, forcing players into a strategic dance of observation vs. action. When played in co-op, it creates the most frantic, hilarious, and rewarding teamwork seen in a platformer since the LittleBigPlanet heyday. Michel Ancel left Ubisoft in 2020

One of the first things any player notices is the stunning "UbiArt Framework" engine. Unlike many modern games that aim for photo-realism, Wolf's Gaming Blog notes that Legends embraces a lush, hand-drawn look that feels like a cartoon come to life. Rayman Legends Review - The Reviewing Floor