Rayman Origins

 PlayStation Vita
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8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 341 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 290 out of 341
  2. Mixed: 22 out of 341
  3. Negative: 29 out of 341
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  1. thegrave
    Jul 31, 2012
    10
    This game is fantastic! I hadn't previously played many Rayman games and I found myself with no other option than to buy this game after I played the demo for 6 hours.
    No regrets here. Nothing bad to say about this game!
  2. huffnat890
    Mar 1, 2012
    10
    Rayman Origins is the best entry in the series by a long shot. I've been a fan since my younger days and played Rayman and Rayman 2 religously. I'm glad to be able to say that I can do that once again. Rayman Origins is everything most modern platformers are not. It's creative, fun, and very replayable. If I had to choose only one thing to praise about this game it would be the artRayman Origins is the best entry in the series by a long shot. I've been a fan since my younger days and played Rayman and Rayman 2 religously. I'm glad to be able to say that I can do that once again. Rayman Origins is everything most modern platformers are not. It's creative, fun, and very replayable. If I had to choose only one thing to praise about this game it would be the art direction hands down. The only game that rivals this one in aesthetic appeal is the Bioshock series. Every where you look there are vibrant colors and shapes coming to life right before your eyes. The gameplay is top-notch as well. The controls are very responsive and not once did I ever feel that I had died a cheap death. The game is filled with the series trademark humor and will often have you laughjing out loud at some of the hilarious things that go on. I'm 20 years old and I can't believe how much I laughed while playing this game. If you are getting a Playstation Vita this a must have unless you already own it for console. I feel like writing the developers and begging for another entry as polished and creative as this one. This is the reason I still play video games. Games like these make wading through all the mediocrity worth it.… Expand
  3. Team_Bob
    Sep 22, 2020
    10
    An absolute must play for the Vita. Beautiful graphics, silky smooth platforming, and the best difficulty curve I've every experienced in a video game. Starts very simple and gradually ramps up difficulty while you become more skilled. Very challenging towards the end but rewarding and satisfying to beat. It doesn't get any better than this on the Vita.
  4. hippiej
    Feb 16, 2013
    10
    Brings out what the vita can do. Very cool game too, great music and maybe the best 2D graphics around. Mario has met his match. Have been playing it little by little to savour it for longer (not saying it's short, though), got the platinum today.
  5. MHFanatik
    Apr 2, 2012
    10
    Simply put the best game you can have on Vita now. The screen does it's job and the game looks incredibly vibrant and colourful. The gameplay is an awesome platformer, giving just enough challenge to keep it interesting till the very end. Just get it already.
  6. juliosith
    Feb 24, 2012
    10
    Rayman Origins was one of the best games of 2011 e a fantastic suprise. It looks even better on PS Vita. I finished the game on PS3, got all the trophies and I am looking forward to do the same on Vita. Buy it.
  7. Rawsquid
    Feb 16, 2012
    10
    Something needs to be said for this game. This is some serious talent. Hand drawn levels in HD? Rayman Origins takes us gamers back to our roots and reminds us that the old school 2D platformer hasn't died. The quality is unmatched, you don't see it very often in games these days, easily my second favorite 2011 game behind Dark Souls. It's a shame it didn't sell well, with this quality itSomething needs to be said for this game. This is some serious talent. Hand drawn levels in HD? Rayman Origins takes us gamers back to our roots and reminds us that the old school 2D platformer hasn't died. The quality is unmatched, you don't see it very often in games these days, easily my second favorite 2011 game behind Dark Souls. It's a shame it didn't sell well, with this quality it should have outsold MW3. Bought this on ps3 AND vita. Love it… Expand
  8. ayeballkid
    May 24, 2012
    10
    Easy to pick up, light gameplay, cool style, wish it had some multiplayer co-op but otherwise everything I could hope for. Its a standard platformer committed to a time tested formula and it succeeds. If you are looking for innovation wait for LBP, if you are a fan of comical, stylized graphics, and an all around good time, Rayman's got it.
  9. Kohven
    Mar 3, 2012
    10
    The game is really fun buy it . I don't have to tell you about how awesome the way it looks on the Vita. The game is entertaining and beautiful.
  10. Ikenda
    Mar 20, 2014
    10
    Rayman Origins stands out in a 3D era better then any 3D platformer. Mesmerizing graphics and brillant levels plus speed and constant challenge. Rewarding and a must buy for the Vita. I had enormous fun on buses, trains and just in my bed away from the TV trying to discover every single aspect of the games large and beatiful world. Games like this deserve more attention and its a shameRayman Origins stands out in a 3D era better then any 3D platformer. Mesmerizing graphics and brillant levels plus speed and constant challenge. Rewarding and a must buy for the Vita. I had enormous fun on buses, trains and just in my bed away from the TV trying to discover every single aspect of the games large and beatiful world. Games like this deserve more attention and its a shame that they don't sell well because its old-school and 2D. A real shame.......… Expand
  11. helltourguide
    Feb 15, 2012
    10
    Best. Vita. Game. Especially the graphics...holy cow. Beautifully executed. This is the must buy game for the Vita that anyone can enjoy. Its platforming brilliance on the same level as Mario, and thats coming from a Nintendo fan.
  12. EyeBurn
    Feb 21, 2012
    10
    I was totally surprised at how much I liked Rayman Origins. Vibrant graphics, crisp detail, great animation, fun levels, it's currently my fav launch game.
  13. Igorth85
    Feb 24, 2012
    10
    Really funny game with really crisp graphics, best in launch! It's a must buy for everyone interested in platform games, myself I'm not a total platform whore but I'm really enjoying this little piece of art.
  14. harmush
    Feb 24, 2012
    10
    One of the most addictive platform games I've played for a good while. Definitely worth buying if you have just got a new PS Vita, must have. Graphics are bright and the game play is intuitive and capturing.
  15. Colonel_Radec
    Feb 26, 2012
    10
    Been playing platformers since Super Mario Bros. on NES, and this game ranks right up there with Super Mario Bros. 3 and Super Mario world. The visuals are incredible on the Vita. The levels flow great. It's challenging without being frustrating. The game runs amazing. This is the best handheld platformer to date.
  16. clydefr0g
    Feb 26, 2012
    10
    I was really torn on what game to buy at launch and I'm so glad that I settled for this one. Holy cow! The best platformer I've ever played and it's perfect for a handheld. A must have for ALL gamers of ANY age group.
  17. Edduk_77
    Apr 13, 2012
    10
    Very good, classic style Platformer. Very Playable and very light hearted good fun! If your sick of guns, explosions and just want to play something to make you smile go and buy this game! Excellent graphics and fun animation!
  18. robozot
    Mar 11, 2012
    10
    Gorgeous and fun platforming. I already played it through on PS3 and loved it. Enjoying it all over again on Vita - the port seems perfect. There's also a few extra new unlockables - relics that you touch to pick up, and a fresco back at the snoring tree. Very nice. Makes you wonder what's coming next if this is how Vita starts out.
  19. jrodshibuya
    Mar 8, 2012
    10
    Beautiful, elegant, smooth, but most of all FUN! Lots of replayability and a must-buy for anyone that owns a Vita. It demonstrates that Vita can provide a full PS3 experience on the go. Phenomenal.
  20. solomonk2
    Mar 11, 2012
    10
    Best Vita game so far. Amazing graphics, fun and challenging gameplay. And there is a lot to do after you finish the main story to complete the game 100%.
  21. DarkSoul89
    May 1, 2012
    10
    Perfect example of what can be achieved when developers embrace current gen technology & formulate it into something so beautiful & creative. COD clones take note! This is a game worthy of current gen status.
  22. Jason3KB
    Apr 3, 2012
    10
    This is the best Vita game to date. Beautiful from the moment you turn it on. The art design is just breath taking. This is the best Rayman game to date. The touch screen on the Vita fits right into the gameplay. You'll enjoy every moment you have with this game. It's a MUST OWN!
  23. ARCC_Vader
    May 3, 2012
    10
    This was a real surprise treat! Excellent game design in all aspects. I really would have liked to see the coop mode intact for this release, but otherwise it's a solid platformer. Highly recommended!
  24. MrLudus
    May 7, 2012
    10
    It works good, it sounds good, it looks good, its addictive and thus has a high replay value. It's also a very refreshing 2D game and the art used for the games really pulls you in. Best game on the Vita yet.
  25. bigbaldwolf
    May 25, 2012
    10
    If you like platformers then you will love this. It's is the most gorgeous looking game I have seen. The colours in the game really stand out on the Vita and every level is a pleasure to complete. There are the typical cages to find as well as artifacts, extra characters to unlock and time trials to run. This is quite simply a brilliant game and is a must but even if it doesn't have multiplayer.
  26. Subject98
    May 30, 2012
    10
    Not only is it the most ambitious game in the Rayman series, it deserves a place among the best platformers of all time. If you like this type of game at all, don't hesitate to pick it up. I haven't played the console versions but I found that it runs just fine on the vita and the touch controls feel natural.
  27. Spilia4
    Aug 11, 2012
    10
    This game, is AMAZING! Best game on the vita. Buy it now. The graphics are great, the gameplay is great, the music is great, everything is great. I love this game so much I played it non stop, and even got the platinum, and found all the secrets. I completed this game 100%, because it's just that good. it's not short either. You should get a solid 10+ hour story. Don't don't make gamesThis game, is AMAZING! Best game on the vita. Buy it now. The graphics are great, the gameplay is great, the music is great, everything is great. I love this game so much I played it non stop, and even got the platinum, and found all the secrets. I completed this game 100%, because it's just that good. it's not short either. You should get a solid 10+ hour story. Don't don't make games like this any more. Easily a 10/10 Buy it now!… Expand
  28. pjAK
    Jul 24, 2012
    10
    While the multiplayer mode is gone, this is still one of the best platformers ever created. Absolutely beautiful graphics, great sound effects and music, relatively short load times, and genuinely fun gameplay. The control on Vita is actually superior to that of the PS3 version (I noticed this on the Tricky Treasure levels where twitch button pushing is the name of the game). This gameWhile the multiplayer mode is gone, this is still one of the best platformers ever created. Absolutely beautiful graphics, great sound effects and music, relatively short load times, and genuinely fun gameplay. The control on Vita is actually superior to that of the PS3 version (I noticed this on the Tricky Treasure levels where twitch button pushing is the name of the game). This game immediately became one of my all-time favorite platformers (along with Super Mario Bros. 3, Donkey Kong Country, Crash Bandicoot, and Jak and Daxter).… Expand
  29. glowerpower
    Oct 3, 2012
    10
    Portable platformer perfection. Several different ways to pass a stage. Well worth the cost and fairly high on the replay value. Art direction and soundtrack are above average.
  30. voiders
    Oct 1, 2013
    10
    Very funny game. Amazing graphics, sound, gameplay. I think games like mario and sonic must have a rebuild with the same quality then this game.

    Congratulations ubisoft.
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Metascore
88

Generally favorable reviews - based on 54 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 54 out of 54
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 54
  3. Negative: 0 out of 54
  1. Gamer.nl
    May 5, 2012
    80
    Rayman: Origins feels refreshing, even on the Vita, with amazing graphics and carefully thought out platform action. The cooperative mode got replaced by a ghost mode, which is disappointing, but also the best decision Ubisoft could've made. On the road this mode is easy to pick up and play, which is essential for a handheld game.
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  2. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    Apr 11, 2012
    80
    The omission of four-player cooperative play (as seen in its PS3 counterpart) hurts and seems a bit of an oversight but that doesn't stop it from being a damned fine platformer. Rayman Origins looks a treat, plays pretty sweet and walks its own beat. [April 2012, p75]
  3. Games Master UK
    Apr 4, 2012
    89
    Up there with the best of Vita's launch line-up. [May 2012, p.101]
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