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Toys for Bob business and news from across the web.- Sales of Spyro Reignited Trilogy helped bring about Spyro A Realm BeyondToys for Bob has announced a new Spyro the Dragon game titled Spyro: A Realm Beyond, revealed during the Xbox Game Showcase. Lou Studdert, associate creative director, and Paul Yan, studio head, are involved in its development. The success of the Spyro Reignited Trilogy is cited as a factor in the creation of this new title.
Spyro: A Realm Beyond dev says the "loud and consistent" fans who bought 11 million copies of the Reignited trilogy helped manifest the series' first new game in yearsDevelopers at Toys for Bob discussed their decision to create Spyro: A Realm Beyond, citing the strong and consistent fanbase for the Spyro Reignited Trilogy, which sold over 11 million copies. The studio expressed a desire to continue the Spyro series, seeing it as a reflection of their own underdog journey.
Toys for Bob dev says the team tried to capture 'the feeling that we fell in love with' when developing Spyro: A Realm Beyond instead of worrying about features firstToys for Bob Studio Head Paul Yan stated that the team focused on recapturing the core feeling of the Spyro series for Spyro: A Realm Beyond, rather than adhering to a strict list of features. He emphasized balancing nostalgia with innovation to avoid rehashing old ideas or alienating fans. The game is set to launch in Spring 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Toys for Bob says independence has allowed the studio to rediscover what it lovesToys for Bob, known for Skylanders and Crash Bandicoot 4, has become an independent studio following Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard. This independence allows the team to focus on character-driven games, moving away from support roles on titles like Call of Duty. The studio is partnering with Activision to develop the newly announced Spyro: A Realm Beyond, set for release in spring 2027 on PC, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5.
Spyro: A Realm Beyond studio had to "buy back" its independence from Xbox "to get back to the games we were known for" instead of Call of Duty and OverwatchToys for Bob, the studio behind Skylanders and a co-developer for Call of Duty and Overwatch, has become independent from Microsoft. Studio head Paul Yan stated the decision was made to "buy back" creative control and return to developing games the studio is passionate about, rather than supporting larger IPs. The studio is now working on a new Spyro game, Spyro: A Realm Beyond, with a spring 2027 release window for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC, and has an agreement with Xbox to publish it.
18 embargoes from Summer Game Fest just lifted, so let's rank everything I saw in LAThe author attended Summer Game Fest Play Days and provides a ranked list of 18 games they saw. The article details hands-on and hands-off impressions of various titles, offering brief critiques and release window estimates, with N+ Infinity Times Two topping the list.
After a 'corporate mandate' demanded they help with Call of Duty, Toys for Bob studio head says it took 'many mini miracles' to buy their independence from ActivisionToys for Bob, the studio behind Spyro: Reignited Trilogy, has successfully bought back its independence from Activision Blizzard. Studio head Paul Yan stated that a 'corporate mandate' to support Call of Duty: Warzone and Overwatch 2 was not the right fit for the studio's identity. Following layoffs at Microsoft, Toys for Bob proposed a radical plan to spin out as a separate company, focusing on making the types of games they are best known for.
We asked Xbox exec Matt Booty about legacy IP like Banjo-Kazooie: "There's options to do all kinds of things, and we're certainly looking at those all the time"Xbox executive Matt Booty addressed the possibility of reviving legacy franchises like Banjo-Kazooie, stating that Xbox is always exploring options for its intellectual property. While not confirming any new titles, Booty indicated that the company is open to working with internal and external studios on its back catalog, similar to the upcoming Spyro: A Realm Beyond.
Spyro: A Realm Beyond Revealed, Bringing the Purple Dragon Back in Spring 2027Toys for Bob has announced Spyro: A Realm Beyond, a new Spyro adventure set to release in Spring 2027. This marks the first original Spyro title in nearly two decades and introduces full dragon flight as a core gameplay mechanic. Tom Kenny will reprise his role as the voice of Spyro.
Spyro leaker says Xbox has greenlit a new Crash Bandicoot gameA leaker known for Spyro rumors suggests that Xbox has approved a new Crash Bandicoot game. The article also discusses past rumors about a Wario game and the development studios involved in the Crash Bandicoot franchise, including Toys For Bob and Naughty Dog.
Spyro: A Realm Beyond devs say "the world needs more radically joyful, colorful games" after unveiling what might just be the most vibrant title of 2026Toys for Bob has unveiled Spyro: A Realm Beyond, the first new mainline Spyro game in nearly two decades, during the Xbox Games Showcase. The developers emphasized their desire to create a "radically joyful, colorful" experience, blending familiar Spyro mechanics with new features like free flight. The game is slated for a spring 2027 release.
Now Spyro Is Back, Dev Wants Him to Stay for 'Many New Games'Toys for Bob, the developer behind the upcoming Spyro: A Realm Beyond for PlayStation 5, aims to create "many new games" for the franchise beyond its 2027 launch. Studio head Paul Yan stated the team wants to evolve the series while remaining faithful to its core identity. The upcoming title will see Spyro defending a new realm from an invading force called the Scavs.
Toys For Bob Hopes The New Spyro Adventure Will Be The "First Of Many"Toys for Bob, the studio behind the new Spyro: A Realm Beyond, hopes this title will be the first of many new games in the franchise. Studio head Paul Yan emphasized the need to take risks and evolve the character while remaining true to Spyro's roots. The game is set to launch in 2027 for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, featuring a visually updated Spyro with an enhanced wingspan.- Evening InterviewsAmazon is still interested in developing a Lord of the Rings game, despite the cancellation of a previous MMO project. Separately, the studio Toys for Bob is returning to work on the Spyro franchise after a period focused on Warzone.
Spyro: A Realm Beyond dev wants Spyro to live on for a long time, hopes this is the start of “many new games”Toys for Bob studio head Paul Yan expressed a desire for the Spyro franchise to continue with many new games, starting with the upcoming Spyro: A Realm Beyond. He stated that the studio aims to take risks and evolve the series while remaining true to its core foundation. Spyro: A Realm Beyond is slated for release on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2027.
Toys for Bob hope Spyro: A Realm Beyond will be the first of many Spyro gamesToys for Bob studio head Paul Yan expressed hopes that Spyro: A Realm Beyond will be the first of many new Spyro the Dragon games. He stated the studio plans to take risks and evolve the franchise while remaining true to its roots. The game was revealed during the Xbox Game Showcase.
Toys For Bob Discusses Flying Free In Spyro: A Realm BeyondToys for Bob, now an independent studio formerly part of Activision Blizzard and briefly Microsoft, has revealed Spyro: A Realm Beyond. Studio Head Paul Yan and Associate Creative Director Lou Studdert discussed the studio's independence and the game's emphasis on true player-controlled flight. The spark for the new game came during the development of the Spyro Reignited Trilogy.
After a stint on Warzone, Toys for Bob is thrilled to be back on Spyro – "We were moving away from the types of games that are near and dear to our hearts"Toys for Bob, known for the Spyro Reignited Trilogy and Crash Bandicoot 4, has spun off from Activision to regain creative control and focus on joyful, all-ages games. The studio announced Spyro: A Realm Beyond, its first independent title, which will be released in spring 2027 for PC, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. This move signifies a return to their core passion after supporting titles like Call of Duty: Warzone.
Spyro: A Realm Beyond devs "hope that this is the first of many" new games in the series: "We want Spyro…Toys for Bob studio head Paul Yan expressed hopes that Spyro: A Realm Beyond will be the first of many new games in the series. He discussed the challenge of balancing nostalgia with innovation for the upcoming platformer, which is set to launch in Spring 2027 on PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Spyro: A Realm Beyond dev talks about Spyro’s new designToys For Bob studio head Paul Yan discussed the updated character design for Spyro in the upcoming game, Spyro: A Realm Beyond. Yan explained that while the design is familiar, subtle changes like an enhanced wingspan suggest Spyro has grown. The team collaborated with original developers to ensure the character's essence was captured, and Tom Kenny returns to voice Spyro.