The article discusses the potential return of the iconic character Rayman, as reported by Kotaku and subsequently confirmed by Ubisoft, which is looking to explore a new phase for the franchise. This new phase involves a remake of the original game, with some members of the now-dissolved team that worked on *Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown* involved in the project. Michel Ancel, the character’s whimsical creator, has been consulted on this project, which he confirmed via his Instagram.
Ancel is a controversial figure; while he is celebrated for creating *Rayman* and *Beyond Good & Evil*, some employees at Ubisoft remember him for his volatile personality and troubled working relationships. Ubisoft has faced significant allegations of workplace harassment in recent years, and Ancel’s past contributions seem to have afforded him a certain degree of protection within the company. His departure from *Beyond Good & Evil 2* in 2020 reportedly relieved many of his colleagues.
On Instagram, Ancel expressed his happiness about being consulted on the Rayman project, stating, “I am very happy to have been consulted and it’s a real pleasure to know that he and his buddies are coming back.” For now, only the remake of the first game is discussed, and it remains to be seen to what extent Ancel will be involved in this new chapter for Ubisoft’s mascot.
