Rayman Classic
PlayStation · Platformer
Rayman 2: The Great Escape
Certified classic
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 2000 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Ubi Soft Entertainment |
| Publisher | Ubi Soft Entertainment |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Rayman |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 28 |
Released for the PlayStation in 2000, Rayman 2: The Great Escape is a platformer developed by Ubi Soft Entertainment.
It landed about 5 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 2000 include Final Fantasy IX, Spyro: Year of the Dragon and Tomb Raider: Chronicles. Among the 77 PS1 platformers in our database, it ranks #6 by legacy score.
It is part of the Rayman series; on the PS1 you can also try Rayman. The series also appears on other systems with Rayman 2: The Great Escape (N64) and Rayman: Hoodlums' Revenge (GBA).
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you want to experience one of the PS1's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Rayman 2: The Great Escape is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Rayman 2: The Great Escape cheats & codes
17 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| RCJC | D00ABBAE
???? |
|---|---|
| PAL2NTSC | D0012E44
0008
30012E42
0040
D01E5854
0008
301E5852
0040 |
| Y-Fix | D001517C
0010
8001517C
0000
D01E7A80
0010
801E7A80
0000 |
Rayman 2: The Great Escape walkthroughs & guides
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Rayman 2: The Great Escape FAQ
When did Rayman 2: The Great Escape come out on the PS1?
Rayman 2: The Great Escape was released for the PlayStation in 2000.
Who made Rayman 2: The Great Escape?
It was developed by Ubi Soft Entertainment.
Is Rayman 2: The Great Escape multiplayer?
No. Rayman 2: The Great Escape is a single-player game.
How long does Rayman 2: The Great Escape take to play?
As a platformer, Rayman 2: The Great Escape typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Rayman 2: The Great Escape on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.