A recent rumor suggests that a fresh mainline Spyro the Dragon installment is possibly in the works at Toys for Bob. Enthusiasts have been eager to witness the beloved purple dragon reclaim the spotlight, a desire unmet since the release of The Legend of Spyro: Dawn of the Dragon back in 2008. While Spyro has made appearances in supporting roles and cameos in various titles like Skylanders and Crash Team Rumble over the past decade, it was the 2018 Spyro Reignited Trilogy that allowed fans to relive his initial three adventures.
The triumph of the Spyro Reignited Trilogy has reignited speculations about the potential return of the former PlayStation icon, especially after Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard, and consequently, the Spyro the Dragon franchise. In September, whispers of a fourth mainline Spyro game, rumored to be titled Mystery of the Dragon, began circulating online, although no official confirmation followed despite leaks hinting at an October reveal. More recently, a tweet from an official Spyro the Dragon social media handle teased significant news expected in 2024.
Renowned Spyro the Dragon and Crash Bandicoot YouTuber Canadian Guy Eh disclosed in a recent video that Spyro 4 is allegedly under development at Toys for Bob. The revelation reportedly came during his attendance at PAX East 2024, where developers hinted at ongoing work on the next Spyro installment. Subsequently, reports emerged that Xbox had inked a deal with Toys for Bob to finance their next project, prompting Canadian Guy Eh to verify with sources from PAX East, one of whom seemingly confirmed the development of Spyro 4 since January.
Toys for Bob Potential Developer of Spyro 4
Nevertheless, these details currently remain speculative, and fans are advised to approach the rumors of a new Spyro the Dragon sequel cautiously until an official announcement materializes. Earlier this year, Toys for Bob, recognized for the acclaimed Spyro Reignited Trilogy and 2020's Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time, announced its departure from Activision to operate as an independent entity, expressing intentions to continue collaborating with former parent company Microsoft under a more flexible partnership.
If the claims by Canadian Guy Eh hold true, it is plausible that the first project from Toys for Bob as an independent studio could indeed be the next Spyro the Dragon game. Despite mixed reviews of later Spyro entries, the fondness for the iconic purple dragon remains strong, with fans eagerly awaiting a fresh adventure post his recent cameo in Crash Team Rumble.