Spyro: The Reignited Trilogy
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Spyro: Reignited Trilogy devs used an open-source emulator to look at the original platformer and measure "all the metrics" of gem placements, enemy paths, and more for their remakeToys for Bob developers used a modified open-source emulator to meticulously recreate Spyro: Reignited Trilogy, measuring exact gem placements and enemy paths. This approach ensured the remake's faithfulness to the original games while incorporating quality-of-life improvements like updated controls.
Summer Games Done Quick 2026: Watch Day 1 hereSummer 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.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 3: Steam Summer Sale continuesThe Steam Summer Sale and other PC gaming storefronts are offering numerous deals on a wide variety of titles. This includes discounts on major releases, indie games, and bundles across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble Bundle. Several retailers are participating, with prices and availability varying.
"Going independent meant taking a massive, massive risk": How Toys for Bob split off from Activision and Xbox…Toys for Bob has successfully spun off from Activision and Xbox to regain its independence, a move described as a massive risk. The studio is now developing a new Spyro game, Spyro: A Realm Beyond, for PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and Xbox Series X, set to release in 2027. This independence allows Toys for Bob to return to making games they are passionate about, leveraging their expertise from the Spyro and Crash Bandicoot franchises.
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.- Engagement RingToys for Bob stated that Spyro Reignited Trilogy's 11 million sales demonstrated a significant audience for the series. The article also briefly mentions Devil May Cry 5, noting it has been seven years since its release.
Spyro: A Realm Beyond Wants to Make You Feel Like a DragonToys for Bob has announced Spyro: A Realm Beyond, the first original Spyro game in nearly two decades, developed independently and in partnership with Xbox. Studio Head Paul Yan and Associate Creative Director Lou Studdert detailed their vision to capture the fantasy of being a dragon, emphasizing fluid movement and integrating flight as a core gameplay mechanic. The team aims to evolve the franchise while preserving the core elements that made Spyro beloved, drawing inspiration from community feedback and focusing on the feel and tone of the character.
Toys for Bob says Spyro: Reignited's 11m sales proved "there's an audience that woke up to show up for that series"Toys for Bob stated that the 11 million sales of Spyro Reignited Trilogy proved there is a significant audience for the series. Studio head Paul Yan mentioned that the 'loud and consistent' fanbase helped convince Microsoft of the franchise's viability. The studio sees the new Spyro game as a template for future colorful titles.
Nintendo Switch eShop latest sales: lowest prices ever for Golf With Your Friends, Hyper Light Drifter, moreThe Nintendo Switch eShop is currently featuring a wide range of digital sales, including historic low prices for titles such as Golf With Your Friends, Hyper Light Drifter, Spyro Reignited Trilogy, and Yakuza Kiwami. The article provides an extensive list of discounted games available on the North American eShop.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – June 13, 2026 – Tomodachi Life continues dominant runThe Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of June 13, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream maintaining its top position. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Minecraft follow in second and third place, respectively, with the rest of the top ten featuring a mix of popular Nintendo titles and other notable games.
Spyro: A Realm Beyond dev explains how fans helped make the game possibleToys for Bob, now independent, is developing Spyro: A Realm Beyond, with studio head Paul Yan crediting fan demand and the success of Spyro Reignited Trilogy for making the new game possible. Yan highlighted consistent fan requests at gaming events as a key factor in pitching the project to Xbox.- 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 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.
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.
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: 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.
Lilldraken återvänder – Spyro: A Realm Beyond har utannonseratsToys for Bob has officially announced Spyro: A Realm Beyond, a new entry in the Spyro series. The game will feature Spyro's ability to fly and will involve him gathering allies to fight off an invasion by "The Scavs." Spyro: A Realm Beyond is slated for a Spring 2027 release on Xbox Series X/S, PC, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5.- Spyro: A Realm Beyond AnnouncedToys for Bob has announced Spyro: A Realm Beyond, a new installment in the Spyro franchise set to release in Spring 2027. The game is being developed by the studio that previously worked on Spyro: Reignited Trilogy.