Spyro 2: Ripto's Rage! Classic
PlayStation · Platformer / Action
Spyro the Dragon
Certified classic
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1998 |
| Genre | Platformer, Action |
| Developer | Insomniac Games |
| Publisher | Sony Computer Entertainment America |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Spyro |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 33 |
Developed by Insomniac Games and published by Sony Computer Entertainment America, Spyro the Dragon arrived on the PlayStation in 1998 as a platformer. It blends platformer and action elements.
It landed about 3 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1998 include Metal Gear Solid, Resident Evil 2 and Tomb Raider II. Among the 77 PS1 platformers in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.
It is part of the Spyro series; on the PS1 you can also try Spyro 2: Ripto's Rage! and Spyro: Year of the Dragon. The series also appears on other systems with Spyro: Season of Ice (GBA) and Spyro 2: Season of Flame (GBA). Insomniac Games also made Disruptor for the PS1.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you want to experience one of the PS1's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Spyro the Dragon is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Spyro the Dragon cheats & codes
14 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Widescreen 16-9 | 8001EDDE
241B
8001EDDC
0C00
80033C92
A7BB |
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Spyro the Dragon walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Spyro the Dragon.
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Playing PS1 games today
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Spyro the Dragon FAQ
When did Spyro the Dragon come out on the PS1?
Spyro the Dragon was released for the PlayStation in 1998.
Who made Spyro the Dragon?
It was developed by Insomniac Games and published by Sony Computer Entertainment America.
Is Spyro the Dragon multiplayer?
No. Spyro the Dragon is a single-player game.
How long does Spyro the Dragon take to play?
As a platformer, Spyro the Dragon typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Spyro the Dragon on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.