Rayman Legends is a competent example of the genre, but not one that belongs in the here and now. Platformers are a loved but sometimes repetitive art. These little additions make the game feel magical, which is an achievement all its own. The vibrant colors, the whacky atmosphere (including one point where you are listening to a mariachi rendition of “Eye of the Tiger”). And this, is what sets the game apart from other platformers. Ubisoft Montpellier have done a fantastic job bring the game to life. The slapstick humor is extremely reminiscent of shows like Angry Beavers and The Bugs Bunny and Tweety Show. When I turned on Legends, I felt like I was playing through a classic cartoon. The gameplay is still fast and fluid, it just doesn’t find a foothold in the modern generation. Since I was playing this on the PlayStation 3, it felt more like an unnecessary addition rather than a new trait.įor all its smart level design and great bosses, it feels old. The standard running, jumping affair just doesn’t hold the same novelty it used to. Unfortunately, this feature was specifically made for the Wii U gamepad, adding intuitive touch motion. Murfy is a flying bug that can help open doors and solve certain puzzles for you. What isn’t familiar is the inclusion of Murfy. Each level becomes a competition, with players viciously racing for the collectable orbs. If you played last year’s Rayman Origins, this should all be familiar. For example, a boss named The Luchador requires careful timing and precision, only figured by studying his movements.Īlso of note is co-op play, which seems to hold the optimal experience. Each one feels like a puzzle, a la’ Shadow of the Colossus. Switches need to be pressed, spikes need to be dodge, and most importantly, bosses need to be figured out.
By the end, you’ll be running through stages with ridiculous and crazy traps and obstacles constantly challenging your traversing prowess. As you traverse each level, things change consistently, keeping the action fresh. You can punch, jump, and becoming a gliding helicopter as Rayman a standard fare to say the least. From the get-go, Rayman Legends throws you into a traditional romp.
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