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'Rayman 3 Hoodlum Havoc' (ALL) - Screens

by Rainier on Jan. 24, 2003 @ 11:42 p.m. PST

He's a hero for the ages, living in a twisted world of mind-numbing madness. Meet Rayman – again, or for the first time – starring in his latest Ubi Soft video game adventure, Rayman 3 Hoodlum Havoc, which has gamers already a-buzz. This latest installation of the 11 million-plus best-selling hit series features psychedelic 3D worlds, heinous hoodlums and irreverent cast of characters with unbelievable powers.

These peaceful denizens of Rayman’s world are the masters of magic and song. Inhabiting the many lands throughout the realm, each Teensie tribe has developed their own distinct musical style. Unfortunately, their melodious ways have attracted the Hoodlums, who have gone out of their way to imprison the diminutive minstrels. A reward lies in store for anyone who frees Teensies from their cages … got that, Rayman?

Grand Minimus

Leading the Teensie peoples as the caretaker of the Heart of the World, the Grand Minimus is the greatest little king of them all. Or kings, that is. Recent reports claim that no less than four Teensies squabble over rights to don the Minimus crown. Now, the evil Hoodlums are threatening to seize the Heart of the World – will the real Grand Minimus please stand up?

The Nookins

Before the Hoodlums invaded, the Nookins lived happily, tucked underground near the volcanic core. Unfortunately, this was the perfect place for a Hoodlum factory, and the Nookins soon found themselves – and their treasured ukuleles – kicked to the curb.

 

Tufkins

No one knows why the little Tufkins, who are famously bad climbers, shacked up in the frigid mountain realms. When they’re not yodeling, these Teensies are busy constructing a ski lift network for the whole village.

 

The Sylkins

The Sylkins are the Teensie forest dwellers, shepherding the giant Bonton creatures for wool and milk. After the work is done, there’s nothing left for these funky folk to do but dance!

 

The Griskins

The mystic Griskins weren’t always ghosts. Once, their tribe roamed the Moor and performed their incantations freely. But the Great Spirit Palmito was aggravated by all the racket, so he turned the Griskins into ghosts and confined them to a great tower – where their singing wouldn’t wake up any more spirits.

 

Small, Fast . . . and Trippy

The Teensies may be in trouble, but they’ve still got flair – to help Rayman get from one world to another, the Teensies have provided full access to the Teensie Highways. Suspended in psychedelic space and enhanced by pulsating soundtracks, the Highways are loaded with treasure. But Rayman can’t get distracted – one false move, and down he goes! The always-helpful Teensies, however, are at the ready with mini-copters to get him moving again.

PLEASE, TELL IT TO ME AGAIN! PLEASE?

  • Epic Storyline
    • Dark, funny, and utterly engrossing, Rayman’s compelling narrative and movie-like production values deliver surprises around every corner and create an unparalleled, immersive gameplay experience.
  • Rich, Zany Characters
    • Upgraded character design maximizes the potential of next-generation hardware – Rayman himself enjoys 200 animations, while John Leguizamo (Globox) and Billy West (Murfy) bring Rayman’s pals to life.
  • State-of-the-Art Combat
    • Blast into battle with the fanatic Hoodlum Army, hordes of outlandish creatures, and huge transforming bosses. With advanced AI, specific strengths, and merciless group fighting tactics, these villains are trained to demolish – Rayman will need killer strategies to survive the chaos.
  • Heavy-Duty Superpowers
    • With a blazing arsenal of brand new time-based powers and Double-Fist fighting action, Rayman’s ready to rip the Hoodlum Army a new one.
  • Bizarre Cartoon Fantasy
    • Experience the extravagant imagination of Rayman’s world, a living universe filled with trippy, eye-popping visuals, intense 3D vertigo platforming action, and hyper-stylized environments.
  • Dark and Uncharted Underlands
    • Travel across treacherous terrain and never-before-seen, magical worlds, each with its own personality – including the Swamp, the Moor, and the Deadlands.

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