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''[[Rayman 2]]'' underwent a bunch of changes during its development, most which have been found through hacking and from old trailers.
''[[Rayman 2]]'' underwent a bunch of changes during its development, most which have been found through hacking and from old trailers.
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== Cut levels ==
Judging by the content of the PC version, the cutscene in [[the Prison Ship]] where [[Rayman]] frees the prisoners, which first appeared in the Dreamcast version, was originally meant to appear in the PC and Nintendo 64 versions.
 
In 2018 it was discovered that the PlayStation version contains a reference to a level by the name [[the Walk of Bravery]], which was meant to appear between [[the Echoing Caves]] and [[the Precipice]].
 
The PC version also has leftovers from several unused levels, being the following:
* Learn_20
* Whale_20
* Astro_20
* Wipe_10
* morbide_tst
 
There was also originally meant to be a connection between [[the Fairy Glade]] and [[the Echoing Caves]] in the Hall of Doors <ref>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cJQcHip4tDE Rayman 2: Mysteries of the Hall of Doors at YouTube</ref>.
 
== Early names ==
Below is a list of all of the currently known early names for levels, locations and characters.
 
* The [[Technical Check-up]] - originally the Emission Control station
* [[Polokus]] - originally Polochus
* [[The Marshes of Awakening]] - originally the Marshes of the Awakening and the Marshlands of Awakening
* [[The Fairy Glade]] - originally the Fairy's Glade (the early name is used in ''[[Rayman Revolution]]'')
* [[The Canopy]] -  originally the Wilderness
* [[The Sanctuary of Stone and Fire]] - originally the Sanctuary of Lava and Fire
* [[The Precipice]] - originally the Great Rift
* [[The Top of the World]] - originally the Roof of the World
* [[The Sanctuary of Rock and Lava]] - originally the Sanctuary of Rock and Stone and the Sanctuary of Earth and Stone
* [[Beneath the Sanctuary of Rock and Lava]] - originally beneath the Sanctuary of Earth and Stone
 
== [[Ubisoft]] Press Kit (1999) ==
 
* [https://raymanpc.com/wiki/script-en/images/b/b2/Rayman_2_Interview_1999.pdf Interview]
* [https://raymanpc.com/wiki/script-en/images/c/c0/Rayman_2_Press_Kit_Info.pdf Information]
* [https://raymanpc.com/wiki/script-en/images/b/b6/Rayman_1999_4_Million_Copies.pdf Timeline]
 
=== Screenshots (Nintendo 64) ===
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Rayman 2 Press Kit - N64 11.JPG
Rayman 2 Press Kit - N64 12.JPG
</gallery>
 
=== Screenshots (PC) ===
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Rayman 2 Press Kit - PC 1.JPG
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Rayman 2 Press Kit - PC 11.JPG
Rayman 2 Press Kit - PC 12.JPG
</gallery>
 
=== Work in process artwork ===
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Rayman 2 Press Kit - WIP 1.JPG
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Rayman 2 Press Kit - WIP 3.JPG
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Rayman 2 Press Kit - WIP 8.JPG
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Rayman 2 Press Kit - WIP 10.jpg
Rayman 2 Press Kit - WIP 11.JPG
Rayman 2 Press Kit - WIP 12.JPG
</gallery>
 
== Miscellaneous ==
The cheat code "GETELIX" is mentioned along with the other known cheat codes in the PC version, but it appears to be unused. It was most likely meant to give the player the [[Elixir of Life]] before entering [[the Cave of Bad Dreams]].
 
==Unused textures==
==Unused textures==
Many textures which were later used in the PlayStation version can also be found in the files for the PC version suggestion they were originally meant to be included there as well. These include the textures for [[Antitoon]]s and the stone with [[Ly]]'s face. Textures from the Dreamcast version were found as well, such as the textures for [[Eig]]. Some leftovers, such as controller icons, where found from the Nintendo 64 version.
Many textures which were later used in the PlayStation version can also be found in the files for the PC version suggestion they were originally meant to be included there as well. These include the textures for [[Antitoon]]s and the stone with [[Ly]]'s face. Textures from the Dreamcast version were found as well, such as the textures for [[Eig]]. Some leftovers, such as controller icons, where found from the Nintendo 64 version.
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===Metallic [[Ssssam]]===
===Metallic [[Ssssam]]===
[[Ssssam]] was originally meant to be metallic.
[[Ssssam]] was originally meant to be metallic.
[[File:Sssssam.png|thumb|An early, more metallic, version of [[Ssssam]].]]
 
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Sssssam.png|An early, more metallic version of [[Ssssam]].
MetallicSamRendition.png|The unused textures applied on a 3D mesh. The model itself is an unofficial recreation.
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==Beta dialogue==
==Early dialogue==
The following text was found in the PC version's files. The text from the [[List of Rayman demos|demo]] mostly includes minor differences, such as misspellings and incorrect grammar. Only the text that differs is shown here.
''Main article: [[Rayman 2 (early production)/Early dialogue|Early dialogue]]''
 
=== Introduction ===
The following text was found in the [[List of Rayman demos|demo]]. The main difference here is the mentioning of Robo-Rats.
{{quote|text=
Since they captured you, Nothing can stop them. They've taken everything And enslaved our people. Their Robo-Rats sniff out the hidden for capture. In the chaos, they exploded [[The Heart of the World|the Primordial Energy Core]]. The Energy broke into 1000 magical fragments called [[lum]]s. We grow weaker. Soon, it will be too late... You must escape, [[Rayman]] You are our only hope!
 
The ''[[Buccaneer]]'', prison ship of the [[Robo-Pirate|pirates]], commanded by the admiral [[Admiral Razorbeard|RazorBeard]]. Slaves now on board 5000. Wake up [[Rayman]], I have sent you help...
}}
 
=== [[The Woods of Light]] ===
The following text was meant to appear during the intro when the [[Robo-Pirate|pirates]] dragged [[Globox]] into [[Rayman]]'s cell. Most of it was found in the [[List of Rayman demos|demo]], though the second line (No! Not the whip!) can't be found in the final game as well. It was most likely not used to keep the game at a low age rating.
 
{{quote|text=
Have mercy...
No! Not the whip!
}}
 
This following text was found in the [[List of Rayman demos|demo]].
 
{{quote|text=
A [[Silver Lum|silver lum]]s! Incredible! I can feel her energy coming into me... Now I can shoot with my [[Telescopic fist|fist]] again
}}
 
This following text was found in the [[List of Rayman demos|demo]] and was meant to be spoken by [[Murfy]] after [[Rayman]] escaped.
 
{{quote|text=
Howdy, [[rayman]]! glad to see that you escaped!
}}
 
{{quote|text=
plan saved [[Rayman]]! But... Where's Daddy?
Erm, you see... we've got separated...
Not there Daddy [[Globox]]? Boohooooo! We want our Daddy!
Now don't worry kiddies!
I'll bring your dad back! But first I've got to find [[Ly|LY]]. She often comes here. Have you seen her around?
Some nasty [[Robo-Pirate|pirates]] took [[Ly|LY]] over there!
Hummm... I gotta help her!
}}
{{quote|text=
The [[Robo-Pirate|pirates]] have taken [[Ly]] to [[The Fairy Glade|the Fairy's Glade]]. They've locked her in one of their castles.
}}
 
=== [[The Fairy Glade]] ===
 
{{quote|text=
Oh, [[Rayman]], I was afraid [[Globox]] didn't make it.
}}
{{quote|text=
And the energy has become very difficult to reunite.
}}
{{quote|text=
He's the Spirit of the World. His power is limitless.
}}


=== [[The Marshes of Awakening]] ===
Early versions of the game dialogue has been found in the PC version's two demos. Some unused dialogue also exists in the final game.
 
{{quote|text=
But I did see [[Globox]] get arrested by 2 [[Robo-Pirate|Pirates]].
}}
{{quote|text=
So go away! Come back when you have the name.
}}
{{quote|text=
I have hidden a precious treasure inside here. You can have it for yourself, If you are faster than me. I'll give a head start, But don't delay! If I catch you, I'll show you no mercy...
}}
 
=== [[The Walk of Life]] ===
{{quote|text=
To increase your chances Here's some vital energy
}}
 
=== [[The Cave of Bad Dreams]] ===
{{quote|text=
I want the treasure!
 
No treasure for me!
 
THE DREAM TEAM
}}
 
In the [[List of Rayman demos|demo]] files, the same text appears, but with a different third option.
{{quote|text=
I want the treasure!
 
No treasure for me!
 
I wanna set my buddies free !
}}
 
The [[List of Rayman demos|demo]] version also includes a new line spoken by [[Jano]] after [[Rayman]] made the decision not to take the gold.
{{quote|text=
You didn't fall into the trap.
}}
 
=== [[The Precipice]] ===
 
{{quote|text=
Meanwhile... :The [[Robo-Pirate|pirate]] [[The Prison Ship|prison ship]]. Slaves now on 33 524
 
What is it ?
 
Your ferocity...he...he... already has 2 [[Four Masks of Polokus|Masks]]
 
You idiotic fool ! Go and find him ! Don't come back without his corpse!
}}
 
=== [[The Walk of Power]] ===
{{quote|text=
I think you deserve a much tougher Shootout
}}
 
=== [[The Tomb of the Ancients]] ===
 
{{quote|text=
Somewhere in the sky... The [[Robo-Pirate|pirate]] [[The Prison Ship|prison ship]]. Slaves now on board 45 263
 
Now what ?
 
Nuh.. nothing serious.. he just found [[Four Masks of Polokus|the Third Mask]]
 
What ?!
 
But that's not Possible ! ! ! If he finds that fourth one, I'll be coming for you...
}}
 
=== [[The Iron Mountains]] ===
 
{{quote|text=
Good luck, [[Rayman]] !
See you soon [[Uglette]]!
}}
 
Note how [[Polokus]] doesn't mention him not being able to use his powers above the ground.
{{quote|text=
At last [[Four Masks of Polokus|the Final Mask]]... Bravo [[Rayman]]! You've succeed in awakening me ! Now I can send you to [[The Prison Ship|The Pirate prison ship]]. Now go and fight your Final battle...
}}
 
=== [[The Prison Ship]] ===
This cutscene was later used in the Dreamcast, PlayStation and [[Rayman Revolution|PlayStation 2]] versions with the PlayStation 2 one being slightly altered. This suggests that it was originally meant to be included in the PC version as well. The text can be found in the final version of the game.
{{quote|text=
Help! Please!
Back off kiddies.
Yahoooo! Yipeeee!
Yahooo! Yipeeee!
Yipeeee! Yahoooo!
Kudos for [[Rayman]]! Hurrah!
Yipeee! Yahooo!
Get out of the [[The Prison Ship|prisonship]], kids!
I still have to find [[Globox]].
}}
 
=== [[The Crow's Nest]] ===
{{quote|text=
Come in, you useless worm! Ray... [[Rayman]] has found [[Four Masks of Polokus|the final mask]]. He's just been spotted on board [[The Prison Ship|the ship]].
 
You've failed me again... I did warn you, didn't I
 
Target Acquisition!
 
Leave my friend alone!
 
Oh, I'll leave you both alone...for all eternity! Huh?
}}
 
The following text can be found in the final version of the game and was most likely mean to be spoken by [[Rayman]]'s friends during the boss fight against [[Admiral Razorbeard|Razorbeard]].
{{quote|text=
we're all with you!
 
one last effort, and the [[Robo-Pirate|pirates]] will only be a bad memory!
 
go for it, [[rayman]]! you can do it!
 
don't listen to him! he's nothing but a dirty liar!!
 
take him out and we'll finally be free!
 
we're all with you, little buddy!
 
win, and i'll melt my gold to make a statue of you.
 
i've taught you well. don't let me down!
 
you are the greatest hero i have ever known!
 
we'll be dancing to bring you luck!
}}
 
The following text can be found in the final version of the game and was most likely mean to be spoken by [[Admiral Razorbeard|Razorbeard]] during the boss fight against him.
{{quote|text=
take that!
 
i'm not afraid of you!
 
i'll feed your remains to the [[piranha]]s!!
 
go ahead and relax! you're about to die!
 
i'll show you what i'm made of!!
 
look how easily we tame these savage beasts!
 
i'll decorate your gravestone myself!
 
ha! [[globox]] was a better fighter than you!
 
did you remember to say goodbye to [[ly]]?
 
you're going to pay for what you've done!!
}}
 
Here are some minor differences in what [[Admiral Razorbeard|Razorbeard]] says. This was found in the [[List of Rayman demos|demo]] files.
{{quote|text=
Lava bath is served, [[rayman]]! Have fun!
 
Eat this! Hahaha!!!
 
Come here and Fight!
 
you won't escape!
 
You are so ridiculous!
}}
 
Note how there's no mentioning of [[Polokus]] here.
{{quote|text=
The slaves have broken their chains and escaped. On the planet, our people have eliminated the last [[Robo-Pirate|pirates]]. Destroy [[Admiral Razorbeard|Razorbeard]], and our victory will be complete!
}}
 
=== [[Council Chamber of the Teensies|The Council Chamber of the Teensies]] ===
 
{{quote|text=
So, did you guys figure it out? Are you the real king?
 
Uh...More or less. We're a Bit better organised now.
}}
 
=== [[The Knowledge of the World]] ===
{{quote|text=
ingenuous
 
neophyte
 
enlightened
 
wise
 
omniscient
}}
 
=== [[Ly]] ===
{{quote|text=
fight hard! Freedom depends on your fists!
}}
 
=== [[Robo-Pirate|Pirate]] signs ===
The following text can be found in the files of the final game. It is unknown where they were going to appear, though the second one was most likely meant to appear in [[the Fairy Glade]].
{{quote|text=
piranha farm Property of [[Admiral Razorbeard|admiral razorbeard]]!
 
public notice! witch [[Ly]], presently languishing in the stronghold, will be made to walk the plank at dusk. reservations are advised.
 
beyond this point lies a vast unexplored wasteland.
}}
 
=== Debug ===
 
{{quote|text=
Err. No Level played
}}
 
This text can be seen on an unused [[Spiral Door]] which can be made to appear before [[the Woods of Light]] through hacking.
{{quote|text=
Surprise !
 
Le Monde des [[Robo-Pirate|Pirates]]
}}
 
These levels, which were not included in the final game, are mentioned in the [[List of Rayman demos|demo]] files. Morbide is the file name for the [[Tomb of the Ancients]].
{{quote|text=
Learn_20
 
Whale_20
 
Astro_20
 
morbide_tst
}}
 
The following text, found in the [[List of Rayman demos|demo]], suggest that key mapping was originally going to be possible in the PC version. The [[List of Rayman demos|demo]] also mentions a different button mapping where Q was the jump button.
{{quote|text=
SETUP KEYBOARD
 
SETUP JOYSTICK
}}
 
=== Names ===
The [[List of Rayman demos|demo]] files include different names for several locations. Some of these can be seen in early [[Rayman 2: The Great Escape: Prima's Official Strategy Guide|strategy guides]].
 
The Sanctuary of Lava and FIRE ([[The Sanctuary of Stone and Fire]]).
 
The Sanctuary of rock and Stone ([[The Sanctuary of Rock and Lava]]).
 
Beneath the sanctuary of rock and stone ([[Beneath the Sanctuary of Rock and Lava]]).
 
Emission Control station ([[Technical Check-Up]]).
 
[[Foutch]] is oddly enough referred to as the guardian of [[the Sanctuary of Stone and Fire]] and [[Umber]] as the guardian of [[the Sanctuary of Rock and Lava]].
 
{{quote|text=
AXEL: Guardian of the sanctuary of water and ice
 
FOUTCH: Guardian of the sanctuary of lava and fire
 
UMBER: Guardian of the sanctuary of rock and stone
}}
 
=== Unknown ===
This was most likely meant to take place in [[the Crow's Nest]]. It was found in the [[List of Rayman demos|demo]] files.
{{quote|text=
In [[Admiral Razorbeard|RazorBeard]]'s personal cabin.
You'll pay for this!
No! You can't come in here!
}}
 
It is unknown where this was meant to be shown, though it was most likely in either [[the Woods of Light]] or [[the Fairy Glade]]. It was found in the [[List of Rayman demos|demo]] files.
{{quote|text=
Quickly, [[Rayman]]! we want our papa!
}}


==Artwork==
==Artwork==
A bunch of screenshots and artwork have been found from early versions of ''[[Rayman 2]]''.
A bunch of screenshots and artwork have been found from early versions of ''[[Rayman 2]]''.
<gallery perrow="5" widths="160px">
<gallery widths="160px">
file:R2BetaScreen1.jpg
file:R2BetaScreen1.jpg
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file:Rayman2RidingTheShell.JPG
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file:R2BetaScreen11.jpg
File:Screen2.jpg
file:Screen4.jpg
File:CageOneSide.png
file:Screen2.jpg
File:Screen3.jpg
file:CageOneSide.png
File:Screen4.jpg
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file:ShellPirate.png
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file:Tomb of the Ancients.png
file:Tomb of the Ancients.png
File:Screen42.jpg
File:Screen42.jpg
Rayman 2 early screenshot Fairy Glade.jpg
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</gallery>
== Magazine scans ==
<gallery>
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==References==
<references/>


==External links==
==External links==
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*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hn_UYduONuA ''Rayman 2'' interview]
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hn_UYduONuA ''Rayman 2'' interview]
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q0ZCAq5DiuU Royal V music video]
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q0ZCAq5DiuU Royal V music video]
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rCZ10RrA_5Q Unused Prison Ship area]
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bLh4-sk16o4 Video showcasing all unused content from ''Rayman 2'']
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bLh4-sk16o4 Video showcasing all unused content from ''Rayman 2'']
 
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LGzaEUcUsGI&list=PLHOgtLRdYgt_AmWxzNj8iRVNzXey2iIsw A playlist of IGN's Rayman 2 early and late prototype gameplay]
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LGzaEUcUsGI&list=PLHOgtLRdYgt_AmWxzNj8iRVNzXey2iIsw A playlist of IGN's Rayman 2 prototype gameplay]


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Revision as of 20:17, 19 January 2020

Rayman 2 underwent a bunch of changes during its development, most which have been found through hacking and from old trailers.

Cut levels

Judging by the content of the PC version, the cutscene in the Prison Ship where Rayman frees the prisoners, which first appeared in the Dreamcast version, was originally meant to appear in the PC and Nintendo 64 versions.

In 2018 it was discovered that the PlayStation version contains a reference to a level by the name the Walk of Bravery, which was meant to appear between the Echoing Caves and the Precipice.

The PC version also has leftovers from several unused levels, being the following:

  • Learn_20
  • Whale_20
  • Astro_20
  • Wipe_10
  • morbide_tst

There was also originally meant to be a connection between the Fairy Glade and the Echoing Caves in the Hall of Doors [1].

Early names

Below is a list of all of the currently known early names for levels, locations and characters.

Ubisoft Press Kit (1999)

Screenshots (Nintendo 64)

Screenshots (PC)

Work in process artwork

Miscellaneous

The cheat code "GETELIX" is mentioned along with the other known cheat codes in the PC version, but it appears to be unused. It was most likely meant to give the player the Elixir of Life before entering the Cave of Bad Dreams.

Unused textures

Many textures which were later used in the PlayStation version can also be found in the files for the PC version suggestion they were originally meant to be included there as well. These include the textures for Antitoons and the stone with Ly's face. Textures from the Dreamcast version were found as well, such as the textures for Eig. Some leftovers, such as controller icons, where found from the Nintendo 64 version.

HUD

  • Oddly enough this doesn't appear in the Fairy Glade during the baby Globox dialogue.
  • Due to Jano not having a health bar, this isn't shown during the battle against him.
  • An unused icon.
  • An unused camera icon.
  • An unused camera icon.
  • A beta health icon.
  • A beta breath icon.
  • An unused energy icon.
  • An unused fist icon.
  • An unused clock icon.
  • An unused icon.
  • An unused icon.
  • An unused icon.

Objects

Metallic Ssssam

Ssssam was originally meant to be metallic.

Font

Loading screens and artwork

Concept Art

Demo

There were two different demos made for Rayman 2, both of them including two parts from the Fairy Glade.

The pause menu in the demo.

Demo 1

Demo 2

Although the demos are very similar and include the same levels, there are some minor differences.

Differences from Rayman 2

  • Rayman falls into the level after the Robo-Pirate animation in the first demo, instead of afterwards like in the final version.
  • The total amount of cages show 0 in the first demo, instead of 7 like in the final version. Cages can however still be broken and will result in it showing 1/0 etc.
  • The heads-up display can't by triggered to show by pressing "J".
  • The transparency doesn't work on all textures.
  • Rayman starts with the upgraded fist from the Canopy.
  • The Hall of Doors uses the French name "Mapmonde".


Early dialogue

Main article: Early dialogue

Early versions of the game dialogue has been found in the PC version's two demos. Some unused dialogue also exists in the final game.

Artwork

A bunch of screenshots and artwork have been found from early versions of Rayman 2.

Magazine scans

References

  1. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cJQcHip4tDE Rayman 2: Mysteries of the Hall of Doors at YouTube

External links