Spyro 3: Year of the Dragon
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Backwards compatibility is neat, but I'd grab an original PS1 rather than listening to people saying "just buy…
This article argues that while the PlayStation 2 offers backwards compatibility with original PlayStation discs, it is not a perfect substitute for the original hardware. Differences in laser tolerance and emulation quirks can lead to compatibility issues with certain games, especially those with scratched discs or on later PS2 models that use software emulation. The author recommends using an original PlayStation for the most reliable experience with the PS1 library, despite the PS2 and PS3 offering potential benefits like HDMI output and texture smoothing.
Summer Games Done Quick 2026: Watch Day 1 here
Summer Games Done Quick 2026 is underway in Minneapolis, Minnesota, raising money for Doctors Without Borders. The week-long speedrunning marathon features a variety of games, including Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest, Kirby Air Ride, and Absolum, with schedules available for viewers on Twitch and YouTube.
Retro checkpoint: Spyro Year Of The Dragon was the series' peak
This article argues that Spyro Year Of The Dragon represents the peak of the original Spyro series, highlighting its expanded gameplay with new characters and varied mechanics. It discusses the franchise's legacy, its potential for modern evolution with the upcoming Spyro: A Realm Beyond, and its role as a gateway game for younger audiences.
Spyro: A Realm Beyond can capture the spirit of the Insomniac classics, and push the series forward with "the…
Toys for Bob is developing Spyro: A Realm Beyond, a new entry in the Spyro series aiming to capture the spirit of the Insomniac classics while introducing new mechanics like true dragon flight. The game is set to release in 2027 for PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and Xbox Series X, with Tom Kenny reprising his role as Spyro.
Modder turns Sekiro into Tony Hawk-style skateboarding sim 'Jet Set Sekiro'
A modder named Ionian-Mikiriy has created 'Jet Set Sekiro,' a custom level for Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice that transforms it into a Tony Hawk-style skateboarding simulator. The mod features a new movement system and allows players to skate through the Fountainhead Palace, collecting spray paint canisters. This mod draws parallels to other skateboarding game crossovers and the general kinship between Japanese action and skateboarding genres.
