Rayman Legends: Definitive Edition

 Switch
  • Publisher: Ubisoft
  • Release Date: Sep 12, 2017
User Score
8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 282 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 244 out of 282
  2. Mixed: 16 out of 282
  3. Negative: 22 out of 282
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  1. EFYevan
    Sep 12, 2017
    10
    Even if you've played this on other platforms, there is something special about this game which makes it perfect for "on the go" with the Nintendo Switch! Such a great platformer, the music stages are a blast! One of the best 2D platformers for your money that don't start in "Super Mario"!
  2. weskergamer
    Jun 1, 2019
    10
    Este es el mejor videojuego en 2D de la historia en mi opinión. tiene todo lo q un juego perfecto debe tener, banda sonora, diseño artístico, plataformeo, modos de juegos, contenido, de todo y está versión es una de las mejores por tener un juego como este cuando quieras y donde sea.
  3. sonicpulsar
    Sep 16, 2017
    10
    One of the best platformers ever made is now even better on the Nintendo Switch. Graphics are awesome, gameplay amazing and the amount of content is well worth the purchase. 10/10.
  4. Gust800
    Jun 19, 2021
    10
    If you like super Mario bros this game is for you .
    Excelent graphics , gameplay and sound .
  5. fidelwacho01
    Nov 3, 2019
    10
    El mejor plataforma 2D que he tenido el placer de jugar... una obra maestra.
  6. DeusGod
    Jun 26, 2018
    10
    If you have never played with a PC, I recommend that you buy it right away.
  7. greninjaX
    Dec 1, 2018
    10
    every single level is a masterpiece. if you are a fan of 2D platformers, this is one of the games you NEED to play.
  8. KratosKong
    Jun 15, 2019
    10
    Uno de los mejores juegos de plataformas en 2D de la historia. Duradero y con gran cantidad de niveles con una jugabilidad muy dinamica. Un indispensable si amas el genero.
  9. whowe
    May 15, 2019
    10
    I love this game! Docked or on-the-go. Great artworks great music great level design. I completed all the 826 teensies. I just can't get enough of this game!
  10. biBdo123
    May 16, 2019
    10
    The best Rayman i have ever played the Art Style from this Game is perfect and the Music i Love it
  11. PK_BunBun
    Jul 1, 2019
    10
    The soundtrack and visuals alone are totally jawdropping, this games art is completely wonderful, and the gameplay is extremely varied and imaginative, totally loved it, tho i think a little bit of character focus could go a long way tin any possible sequel
  12. Icraftfirestars
    Apr 28, 2022
    10
    As a child i loved playing rayman and im glad its still and amazing game. Even 10 years after its release this game is wonderful, brilliant and a must play.
  13. Denvers
    Nov 3, 2020
    10
    Rayman Legends: Definitive Edition is one of the greatest platformers ever made. Featuring genius level design, a rich soundtrack, and bourgeois visuals, Rayman Legends is best described as a 2D collectathon. Each level contains a certain number of collectibles and to move on to new areas you usually must have a certain amount. The game has no build up to the final boss and often lacksRayman Legends: Definitive Edition is one of the greatest platformers ever made. Featuring genius level design, a rich soundtrack, and bourgeois visuals, Rayman Legends is best described as a 2D collectathon. Each level contains a certain number of collectibles and to move on to new areas you usually must have a certain amount. The game has no build up to the final boss and often lacks substance - there is no direction the game is going in. To make up for this, they tried to add so much content that it makes you forget. Overall, the lack of direction and atmosphere hardly takes away from the game. I would recommend this to almost anybody.

    Recommendation: if you like Shovel Knight, Mega Man, Mario, or Sonic games you will enjoy Rayman Legends.
    Final Verdict: 10/10 (Masterpiece)    … Expand
  14. anonymous1112
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    A perfect game, no bug, not too easy to finish at 100%.
    Graphics, gameplay, sound, everything is excellent.
  15. DavidPA17
    Sep 2, 2020
    10
    ¡Este juego me a encantado! Esta muy chulo para jugar con amigos o hermanos/as y ademas tiene un montón de niveles chulisimos.
  16. alan2pc
    Oct 15, 2020
    10
    Seriously, this game is a steal! I’ve seen it on sale digitally for as low as $10. I found the controls to be sharper and more enjoyable than Mario Bro’s U Deluxe or Donkey Kong Tropical Freeze. The overall platforming experience was top notch. It has a portion, maybe 10-15% of levels, designed with touch controls to be used specifically in handheld mode. It has great dailySeriously, this game is a steal! I’ve seen it on sale digitally for as low as $10. I found the controls to be sharper and more enjoyable than Mario Bro’s U Deluxe or Donkey Kong Tropical Freeze. The overall platforming experience was top notch. It has a portion, maybe 10-15% of levels, designed with touch controls to be used specifically in handheld mode. It has great daily challenges, with leaderboards, where you can race against other players and your ghost. You can match up in 1 on 1 soccer games, as well. The value of this game is hard to beat. 10/10… Expand
  17. DonnieTrump
    Jan 21, 2021
    10
    I downloaded the demo from the e-shop and it was such a blast to play that I bought the entire game. This is 2D platforming at its best with inventive level design and gorgeous hand drawn graphics. The best part of the game is without a doubt the levels that play like a time attack. It will cost you hundreds of lives, but the joy when you finish such a level cannot be described. The musicI downloaded the demo from the e-shop and it was such a blast to play that I bought the entire game. This is 2D platforming at its best with inventive level design and gorgeous hand drawn graphics. The best part of the game is without a doubt the levels that play like a time attack. It will cost you hundreds of lives, but the joy when you finish such a level cannot be described. The music levels deserve a mention of its own. There are only a few, but these are some of the greatest levels ever created.

    There are a few minor complaints such as the Murphy levels that are quite slow and don't achieve the same high level as the rest of the game. These levels also have to be played in handheld mode with some questionable motion gestures. But this pales in comparison with the very complete package of this game which contains +100 levels, several daily and weekly challenge modes and some of the most creative game design you'll ever see.    … Expand
  18. monkeyjumbo
    Oct 7, 2021
    10
    Literally one of my favorite games of all time. Super creative in so many ways. It's fun with friends, it's fun alone, it's just an overall blast. One of the greatest 2d platformers of all time and easily the best game in the Rayman Franchise.
  19. OneGuyCritics
    May 14, 2021
    10
    This game is just simply history. This is one of the best 2D games of its entire type. Its imagination, colors, backgrounds, and graphics make it just look beautiful. Also, I love the multiplayer. It has minigames and many other things that it makes it not be boring.
  20. ophone
    Mar 11, 2022
    10
    This game has become my favourite 2D jump'n'run, kicking Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze from the throne.
    It might not max out the capacities of the Switch, but it has so much to offer: The main game, the Rayman Origins levels, the daily and weekly challenges, Murfy's levels which are played in handheld using the touchscreen and the Joycon's gyroscopes, the invaded levels which are    This game has become my favourite 2D jump'n'run, kicking Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze from the throne.
    It might not max out the capacities of the Switch, but it has so much to offer: The main game, the Rayman Origins levels, the daily and weekly challenges, Murfy's levels which are played in handheld using the touchscreen and the Joycon's gyroscopes, the invaded levels which are the most challenging part of the game and finally the cherry on top: The music levels. (I even haven't tried the game in multiplayer yet, after what I read that's pretty fun).
    That's why I forgive it its almost non-existent plot and its hub I needed a few minutes to orient myself in.

    A real delight this game! I'm at more than 55 hours played and still haven't rescued every Teensie.    … Expand
  21. awokendo
    Jun 1, 2021
    10
    If You like platformers, You can't go wrong with this game, it was my first Rayman since the 3D one from old PC Times, and boy, was I amazed by te direction, in which Rayman has evolved, that was really good choice by its makers. The game is concentrated on pure fun, and it is giving it in big amounts. For its price, it's a steal, when You think about how much fun You will get.
  22. Adasc2906
    Oct 24, 2021
    10
    This is probably the best platformer i have ever played. I got it for 10$ when there was a sale on the e-shop and i don't regret it. I truly recommend this to anyone who wants a good platformer for a low price.
  23. mariebot
    Dec 18, 2021
    10
    One of the best platformer games for the switch. I can't believe how much I enjoyed playing it. The level design is amazing and music is superb. Great. 10/10
  24. MajsterBagi
    Jun 8, 2022
    10
    One of my favorite games ever. Perfect audio-visual setting. I have played on Xbox before and the Nintendo version is the same - you can play everywhere :) Cool
  25. Ludy-likes
    Aug 11, 2022
    10
    This game is my favorite game of all time. The art-style is awesome, the controls on point and the levels each feel unique. Plus it can get really challenging, if you wanna 100% it, cause there's basically two games here with the bonus levels.

    I bought this game a total of three times. PS3, PS4 and switch and each play and feel the same
  26. TheFamilyCouch
    Sep 8, 2022
    10
    This game is a couch co-op gem! Family or friends can enjoy this together, and skill level isn't a big issue. Stronger players can carry the weight for less experienced ones. It does require working together to tag each other back in, and to coordinate the timing of when to all go forward at certain points. If one person tries to rush ahead and be too much of a hero on their own, they willThis game is a couch co-op gem! Family or friends can enjoy this together, and skill level isn't a big issue. Stronger players can carry the weight for less experienced ones. It does require working together to tag each other back in, and to coordinate the timing of when to all go forward at certain points. If one person tries to rush ahead and be too much of a hero on their own, they will quickly learn the value of teamwork. The soccer mini-game Kung Foot is a big hit in our household too. Also try the daily and weekly challenges!… Expand
  27. TheBeefReviewer
    Mar 2, 2023
    10
    Rayman Legends: Definitive Edition is an updated port of a game released in 2013. It features some of the most gorgeous visuals I've seen in a game with charm oozing out of every pore. Beyond the pretty lights is an incredibly fun and challenging platformer that never veers into being too easy or too hard. Incredible creative level design alongside absolutely phenomenal gimmicks that feelRayman Legends: Definitive Edition is an updated port of a game released in 2013. It features some of the most gorgeous visuals I've seen in a game with charm oozing out of every pore. Beyond the pretty lights is an incredibly fun and challenging platformer that never veers into being too easy or too hard. Incredible creative level design alongside absolutely phenomenal gimmicks that feel perfectly, this game is a masterpiece. If you love platformers, have a small interest in them, or have never played one, this is a perfect game for you. Please Ubisoft, give us a third.… Expand
  28. sloomo
    Dec 10, 2022
    10
    This is an excellent 2D side scroller. Got it for ten bucks. Very satisfied.
  29. Cerenzio
    Nov 17, 2017
    9
    What a magically game. I don't like platforms much, yet, this game charmed the pants off me. Every inch of Rayman, is Quality, and the Music levels are Genius. Video on my Youtube: PLAYwithGREGG
  30. KayVen17
    Oct 4, 2017
    9
    Deutsche Review - Kritik

    Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. Regeln    Deutsche Review - Kritik

    Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. Regeln verstanden?
    Dann sind hier meine Punkte.

    Mein persönlicher Score = 85/100
    Mein User Score = 9/10    … Expand
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Metascore
84

Generally favorable reviews - based on 35 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 32 out of 35
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 35
  3. Negative: 1 out of 35
  1. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Oct 30, 2017
    70
    It's sad to see the Switch get the worst version of a wonderful game. [Issue #30 – November/December 2017, p. 63]
  2. Cubed3
    Oct 23, 2017
    80
    In bringing the latest Rayman adventure to Switch, Ubisoft has given the machine easily one of its most visually stunning and enjoyable releases to date. Not quite living up to the moniker of Definitive Edition with increased loading times and performance hiccups, as well as a missing feature, Rayman Legends is still well worth the lower asking price to those yet to jump into Rayman's world, yet outside of the portability aspect it offers little to entice series veterans.
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  3. FNintendo
    Sep 28, 2017
    90
    Rayman Legends: Definitive Edition adds new elements to the original but does not try to to revolutionize the game. It doesn't need to, as it's already a fun, varied and compelling piece of work, which becomes more alluring thanks to the added handheld component of the Nintendo Switch.
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