Rayman Origins

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  • Summary: Rayman's new adventure is a two-dimensional cooperative platformer with a colorful, whimsical art style.
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 52 out of 55
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 55
  3. Negative: 0 out of 55
  1. EGM
    Jan 3, 2012
    100
    The best-darned platformer you'll play all year.
  2. Planet Xbox 360
    Nov 15, 2011
    96
    I had a blast playing Rayman Origins, and it certainly stands out as a game that developers should take notes from if they're aiming to rejuvenate 2D gaming.
  3. AusGamers
    Dec 15, 2011
    92
    Best platformer I've played, experienced and ogled at in a long while.
  4. Vandal
    Nov 10, 2011
    90
    If you like 2D platforming games you can't miss this game. Visually gorgeous and with impeccable gameplay, this is a love letter to platforming games and also a great multiplayer experience for up to four players. Rayman has returned with great strength with a very inspiring title.
  5. GamesRadar+
    Nov 14, 2011
    90
    At a time when games seem to offer a whole lot of everything, Rayman Origins stays focused on pure platforming pleasure, and it delivers. Yes, it can be too tough for some, but we're betting even the more casual players will soon find themselves hopelessly addicted to the finely tuned challenges on offer here.
  6. GameTrailers
    Nov 10, 2011
    85
    With platformers enjoying a big resurgence in the last few years, it makes sense that Rayman: Origins has an anachronistic feel. Challenging levels, mosquito breaks, amusing multiplayer, and a hard-as-nails reward for perfectionists assures its place in the platformer pantheon. It just lacks a little of the sparkle that could've helped battle the fatigue of coaxing out every last lum.
  7. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 19, 2012
    50
    Outstanding platformer with eye-catching visuals brings a couple of great new ideas and always-funny cooperative play. [Christmas 2011]
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 58 out of 68
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 68
  3. Negative: 5 out of 68
  1. Gamer_at_heart
    Nov 15, 2011
    10
    Very few thought it was possible to bring Rayman back to life. Since the Rabbids came Rayman's fame began to fade and soon the Rabbids tookVery few thought it was possible to bring Rayman back to life. Since the Rabbids came Rayman's fame began to fade and soon the Rabbids took over and Rayman was no more. Then the original creator spoke: A New Rayman is coming! It caused quite as stir, and many and most (including me) tought it was going to be another failed re-hash. But boy were we wrong. Ubisoft had a golden oppurtunity to bring rayman back into the digital world, and they used that oppurtunity to make the best platformer EVER! Yes it's 2D but if crysis was 2D Rayman whould have better graphics. Everything is hand-drawn and animated as smooth as possible. The enviroment, character animations and basically everything is breathtaking. The only problem is to fully enjoy every aspect of Rayman Origins you need to play at 1080p. At this resolution you can take everything in and you will feel as if your in a new world. The gameplay is smooth and challenging. This game makes Mario look like Dora the explorer. The 4 player co-op is as fun as it could be. The gameplay is perfect. Now $60 for a 2D platformer is expensive, but this isn't your average platformer. THIS IS RAYMAN! If your a fan of Rayman or just enjoy a brilliant platformer you should stop reading this now and go buy it. If all the Rayman games coming is like this, I say well done Ubisoft. Well done. You have succesfully brought Rayman back into the gaming world.… Expand
  2. xaldin93
    Feb 18, 2012
    10
    the art style is beautiful and the simplistic gameplay is great. It's nice to see Rayman back. I hope they get a go at a sequel to this onethe art style is beautiful and the simplistic gameplay is great. It's nice to see Rayman back. I hope they get a go at a sequel to this one because i don't think I could ever get tired of this game.… Expand
  4. vonzuchter
    Oct 31, 2015
    10
    The best platformer the previous generation along with Super Mario Galaxy games... simply amazing. And Legends is even better. A must buy ifThe best platformer the previous generation along with Super Mario Galaxy games... simply amazing. And Legends is even better. A must buy if you own a 360 and want a good platform game for the kids ( of course you will find yourself playing it more)… Expand
  5. H360
    May 15, 2013
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's downright gorgeous and a total blast to play alone or with friends. A truly realized vision at the top of its genre, Rayman Origins is an extravaganza with plenty of action to keep it fresh from start to finish and beyond.… Expand
  6. c0mmander
    Jan 16, 2012
    9
    I thought it was over for Rayman. I'll be honest and blunt. I thought it was a franchiseon its way out - with the latest being in the RavingI thought it was over for Rayman. I'll be honest and blunt. I thought it was a franchiseon its way out - with the latest being in the Raving Rabbids party series and Rayman 3D (See my review). However Rayman Origins has the shock factor and is exceptional in almost every way, an ideal platformer with plenty to give to not just gamers but an example of how platformers are done. Rayman Origins takes the successful elements of pprevious Rayman's and adds a huge layer of depth to the beloved franchise. This 2D platformer should not be judged by it's cover, many I have spoken to about commented on the artstyle not looking like Skyrim or Uncharted, SO WHAT. The artstyle is amazing in this game and should not be taken lightly a true delight o see that in an age where there are GOW3, UC and Crysis that even 2D platformers shine with their artstyle and shock gamers with the fluidity of their presentation. Gameplay:9, Graphics: 9, Sound: 9, Presentation:9, Lasting appeal: 9.5… Expand
  7. Jattaman
    Oct 5, 2022
    8
    Bellissimo e coloratissimo platform 2D, con uno stile grafico molto curato, elevata giocabilità e livello di sfida ottimamente calibrato.
  8. devlihol
    Dec 14, 2021
    1
    After about half of the game, it gets boring. Bosses are terrible! Gameplay from the past - jump faster, run faster, swim faster. Maybe IAfter about half of the game, it gets boring. Bosses are terrible! Gameplay from the past - jump faster, run faster, swim faster. Maybe I expect a lot from a platformer, but still.… Expand

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Awards & Rankings

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#16 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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#29 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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#52 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2011