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Game Info
- Platform
- PlayStation
- Genres
- Platformer · Puzzle · Adventure
- Player Perspective
- Third person · Top-down
- Developers
- Insomniac Games
- Publishers
- Sony Computer Entertainment
- Release date
- October 10, 2000
Summary
Spyro: Year of the Dragon feels like the grand finale of Insomniac’s original trilogy, packing a surprisingly rich toolbox into its colorful 3D worlds. The core quest—recovering 150 stolen dragon eggs from the scheming Sorceress—pushes you to blend classic fire‑breathing and gliding with brand‑new vehicle sections, where you can commandeer everything from clunky tanks to sleek submarines and even a speedy speedboat.
What really makes the game sparkle is the optional roster of quirky sidekicks. You can hop into the shoes of Sheila the kangaroo, soar with Sergeant Byrd the flying penguin, lumber around as Bentley the Yeti, or swing through space‑age levels with Agent 9 the monkey, each bringing a distinct flavor to the platforming mix.
All of these elements combine into a surprisingly fresh experience for a third‑installment sequel, proving that even a “final” entry can still surprise players with fresh mechanics and a dash of off‑beat charm.
Storyline
Spyro: Year of the Dragon (often called Spyro 3) follows the titular purple dragon as he journeys to the Forgotten Worlds. The adventure kicks off when an evil sorceress steals 150 magical dragon eggs from the land of the dragons. Determined to recover the stolen eggs, Spyro sets out across the Forgotten Worlds to track down the thief and restore the Dragon Realms.
Edited by Maya Carter
Multiplayer
- Game modes
- Single
Alternative Titles
- Year of the Dragon Short
- Spyro 3 Alternative
External Links
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