Spyro 2: Ripto's Rage! vs Spyro: Year of the Dragon

Spyro 2: Ripto's Rage! is the second installment in the beloved Spyro the Dragon series, transporting the iconic purple dragon and his dragonfly companion Sparx to the vibrant land of Avalar. Summoned by the Professor, Hunter, and Elora to help rid the realm of a tyrannical sorcerer named Ripto, Spyro must explore diverse worlds, solve puzzles, and restore peace to the local inhabitants. Building upon the gameplay of the original title, players utilize Spyro's familiar flame, charge, and glide abilities while embarking on a massive collectathon adventure. Journey through imaginative realms, undo Ripto's chaotic magic, and collect talismans and orbs to unlock the path to the final showdown and earn a long-awaited trip to Dragon Shores.

Spyro: Year of the Dragon is the third installment in the Spyro series and the final game in the franchise developed by Insomniac Games. Set in the Forgotten Worlds, the story follows the titular purple dragon as he attempts to recover 150 magical dragon eggs stolen by an evil sorceress. Players must utilize Spyro's signature moves alongside new vehicle controls for tanks, submarines, and speedboats. The adventure also lets you play as a wacky cast of supporting characters including Sheila the kangaroo, Sergeant Byrd the flying penguin, Bentley the Yeti, and Agent 9 the space monkey.

• Engaging and colorful level design
• Memorable cast of characters and humor
• Rewarding exploration and collectible mechanics
• Challenging and fun boss fights

• Engaging and diverse platforming gameplay
• Charming cast of playable supporting characters
• Fun vehicle segments including tanks and submarines
• Classic nostalgic atmosphere and humor

• Removal of the side-rolling ability from the first game
• Can be repetitive for players who dislike collectathons
• Fixed camera angles can occasionally be troublesome

• Lower critic score of 55 out of 100
• Limited to single player mode
• May feel dated compared to modern platformers