Rayman and his friends are living their lives in the Glade of Dreams, but their peace is disrupted by an old granny from the Land of the Livid Dead. She sends an army of evil creatures across her land, capturing Electoons and Nymphs as they go. Rayman and his friends are captured and must flee their prison to bring order back to the Glade before it's too late.
Rayman Origins is a reboot of the Rayman franchise, returning to the series' 2D platforming roots. Its gameplay is similar to both Mario and the original Rayman game, with many familiar characters and enemies making an appearance. The game also features characters from Rayman 2: The Great Escape , including Globox, the Teensies, and Lums.
The atmosphere in the game is different from the original, having a wacky feel to it. Each level's main objective is to rescue as many Electoons as possible, similar to the original game. However, each area is heavily guarded by creatures from the Land of the Livid Dead, as well as other enemies. The game also features a multiplayer option with up to four players, allowing for co-op play with friends. Players can choose to play as Rayman, Globox, or two Teensies.