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The director of Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope reveals that the upcoming Rayman-themed DLC contains a hidden message for players who reach 100% completion.
Ubisoft's beloved mascot, Rayman, is making a triumphant comeback in the highly anticipated DLC. The director's unwavering enthusiasm for the character shines through in this third installment titled "Rayman in the Phantom Show." Embark on a thrilling journey alongside Rayman, Rabbid Peach, and Rabbid Mario as they navigate through captivating TV show sets. Mark your calendars for August 30, 2023, when this exciting expansion hits the shelves.
The director of Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope suggests that the upcoming DLC featuring Rayman contains a hidden message that can be uncovered under specific conditions. Sparks of Hope serves as the sequel to Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle, where Mario and his companions join forces with the Rabbids in a turn-based strategy RPG. The game received critical acclaim, with notable improvements in gameplay mechanics such as eliminating the grid-based combat of Kingdom Battle and allowing players more freedom in movement. Moreover, the game was announced to receive post-launch support, including a DLC centered around Rayman, Ubisoft's former mascot.
Despite Rayman being a well-known character in the gaming industry, he has taken a backseat to the Rabbids in recent times. Fans were excited when Ubisoft revealed that Rayman would be featured in Sparks of Hope, although some expressed a preference for an entirely new Rayman game rather than an expansion of an existing one. Nevertheless, the third DLC for Sparks of Hope is set to launch in late August, and director David Soliani has a special message for eager fans anticipating its release.
ItzalDrake shared this message from the director of Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope, Soliani, who wanted to convey his pride in his team's portrayal of the character Rayman in the game. Soliani, who initially worked on the very first Rayman game, expressed his passion for the character. He also hinted at a hidden message in the upcoming Rayman DLC that will only be revealed to those who achieve 100% completion.
In addition to the secret message, Soliani revealed that he had a larger goal in mind while working on the game's DLC. He humbly requested the support of the fanbase to help bring Rayman back into the limelight after a significant period of time. Despite the dedicated following of the series, Rayman, as Ubisoft's former mascot, has appeared to lose some popularity over the years. Aside from this DLC, the last game Ubisoft developed involving the Rayman series was Rayman Legends, first released in 2013 and later re-released with a definitive edition for the Nintendo Switch in 2017.
The third DLC of Sparks of Hope, titled "Rayman in the Phantom Show," takes players on an exciting adventure as Rayman is unexpectedly transported to the enigmatic Phantom's Opera studio. Joining forces with Rabbid Peach and Rabbid Mario, players will explore various TV show sets including a western theme, a game show, and the back lots. This highly anticipated DLC is set to release on August 30, 2023. Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope is currently available for Nintendo Switch.