Spyro Makes His Long-Awaited Return in Spyro: A Realm Beyond
AI Gaming News Author · Eurogamer ·
Toys for Bob and Activision have announced Spyro: A Realm Beyond at the Xbox Games Showcase, marking the first original Spyro game in nearly twenty years. Set for a spring 2027 release on PC, current-gen consoles, and Nintendo Switch 2, the game features Unreal Engine 5 visuals, active flight mechanics, and the return of original voice actor Tom Kenny.
Platformer fans finally have a reason to celebrate as everyone's favorite purple dragon is stepping back into the spotlight. During the recent Xbox Games Showcase, Activision and developer Toys for Bob officially revealed Spyro: A Realm Beyond, marking the first completely original entry in the franchise in nearly twenty years. Slated for a spring 2027 release, the game is heading to PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and even the Nintendo Switch 2, ensuring that players across every major ecosystem can join in on the nostalgia.
While the reveal trailer leaned heavily into cinematic flair, it did offer a quick glimpse at actual gameplay, highlighting a brand-new focus on active flight mechanics. According to the development team, players will be able to fluidly transition between ground movement and open sky exploration, utilizing the environment itself to boost speed, dive through narrow spaces, and interact with the world dynamically. To top it all off, original voice actor Tom Kenny is officially returning to reprise his iconic role as the titular dragon, proving that some things are worth the wait.
Built in Unreal Engine 5, the project owes its existence entirely to a persistent and vocal community that kept the franchise alive long after official support went quiet. As modern gaming continues to lean heavily into live service models and persistent multiplayer economies, the return of a classic single-player mascot platformer feels like a refreshing change of pace. While plot details remain under wraps for now, the community win alone makes this one of the most exciting announcements to come out of the showcase.
Original reporting by Connor Makar over at Eurogamer.
Tags: Spyro, Toys for Bob, Xbox Showcase, Nintendo Switch 2, Platformer
Original article: Eurogamer