Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition Classified in Australia

An unannounced Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition has surfaced through a recent classification by the Australian Classification Board, signaling a potential revival for the long-dormant platforming series as it marks three decades since its 1995 debut.

The listing, registered on January 22 and rated G for very mild violence, specifies releases for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. Atari is credited as the developer and publisher, with UI Entertainment handling the application, which often oversees physical distributions for Ubisoft titles. While official details remain scarce, the edition appears poised for an imminent launch, possibly as a remastered collection of early entries like the original Rayman, Rayman 2: The Great Escape, and Rayman 3: Hoodlum Havoc. Industry insider Tom Henderson has indicated that Ubisoft is developing two Rayman projects, including this anniversary title under the codename Iceman, expected to arrive very soon.

Ubisoft has actively signaled interest in rejuvenating the franchise. In 2024, the company announced explorations for a Rayman revival, involving its Milan and Montpellier studios, with original creator Michel Ancel providing consultation before...