Limbless hero Rayman returns for a brand-new 2D platformer for consoles. Default Prime dives into the hand-drawn, tough-as-nails world of Rayman Origins.

It’s been a long time since we saw a full-fledged Rayman game on a console. Despite some handheld remakes, Rayman has been stuck in the shadows of the manic Rabbids ever since their debut on the Wii years ago. Fortunately, Ubisoft hasn’t forgotten Rayman’s role as one of the greats of the platforming circuit. But Rayman has taken a unique turn for the series this time around. With his colorful crew of companions, Rayman has set aside his third dimension and starred in a brand-new 2D platformer. Despite its unorthodox place in the gaming climate, Ubisoft has skipped the downloadable release that was originally planned and made Rayman Origins a full-retail 2D platformer release. Don’t let the simple mechanics and wacky design fool you: Rayman Origins is beyond your typical side-scroller. With its expressive presentation, excellent level design, and extensive amount of replay value, Rayman Origins is a rock-solid platformer that, despite a few issues, can stand as a remarkably impressive package.

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