Wild, an open-world game from Michel Ancel, was showcased by Sony in 2014 but ultimately canceled in 2021. Shuhei Yoshida reflected on the numerous ambitious ideas that failed to coalesce into a cohesive game structure, including a map envisioned to be the size of Europe. Set in prehistoric times, players would have utilized shaman-like powers to control animals for various strategic purposes. Ancel's retirement led to investigations into his workplace conduct, while Ubisoft is currently developing a new Rayman game with him as a consultant.
There [were] lots of great ideas [that] didn't really materialize into the actual game structure... one of the earliest [pitches] was the map size of the game was the size of Europe.
As envisioned by Ancel, Wild would have taken place during prehistoric times as players stepped into the role of a human whose shaman-like powers gave them the ability to influence or control animals.
Following Ancel's retirement, Ubisoft opened an investigation into whether he created a hostile work environment for his employees at the company.
The next Rayman title was announced late in 2024, and it doesn't currently have a release date from Ubisoft.
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