Spyro
A young purple dragon and the main playable hero who searches for the stolen dragon eggs.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
D-pad | Move Spyro or navigate menus |
|---|---|
X | Jump; press again while airborne to glide |
Square | Charge |
Circle | Breathe fire or use a context action |
Triangle | Camera or first-person view functions where available |
L1R1 | Adjust the camera |
Start | Pause the game |
Control notes
Button functions can vary in menus and during companion stages.
These controls refer to the original PlayStation version.
How it plays
How does Spyro 3: Year of the Dragon play?
Spyro explores hub worlds and portals to recover dragon eggs, gems, and other collectibles. His main actions are running, jumping, gliding, charging, breathing fire, and swimming after the relevant abilities are available. Enemies and environmental obstacles are combined with platforming routes and hidden rooms.
Several stages include tasks played as Sheila the kangaroo, Sgt. James Byrd, Bentley the yeti, or Agent 9. Completing levels, egg challenges, speedways, and minigames opens more of the adventure. Progress is tracked through rescued eggs, collected gems, and completed objectives, with additional content becoming available late in the game.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Spyro 3: Year of the Dragon?
Explore each hub carefully before leaving. Gems can be hidden behind scenery, on high ledges, or along alternate routes, while eggs are often awarded for completing specific tasks rather than simply reaching the end.
Use the companion characters whenever a level permits them, since their abilities open routes Spyro cannot reach. Return to earlier areas after gaining new movement abilities, and use Sparx's color to judge Spyro's health before difficult challenges.
For completion-focused play, finish speedways and minigames as well as ordinary stages. Check the Atlas frequently to identify missing eggs, gems, and percentage goals.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Sparx
Spyro's dragonfly companion, health indicator, and collector of nearby butterflies.
Elora
A faun who helps guide Spyro and the other characters through the adventure.
Hunter
A cheetah ally who appears in training, exploration, and challenge sequences.
The Sorceress
The main antagonist, a ruler who steals the dragon eggs for her own mysterious purposes.
Sheila
A kangaroo with powerful jumps who becomes playable in designated stages.
Sgt. James Byrd
A penguin soldier who can fly briefly and launch rockets.
Bentley
A strong yeti who uses a club and heavy attacks.
Agent 9
A spacefaring monkey equipped with a blaster for ranged combat.
Documented inputs
What cheats and unlocks are documented?
All Reptile EggsCollect all dragon eggs by clearing the required world challenges and hidden tasks.
Skill PointsHidden completion conditions in specific stages unlock skill point rewards.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Break containers and inspect dead ends; many gems are placed away from the main path.
- 2
Learn each companion's movement before attempting their harder challenges.
- 3
Save difficult speedway objectives for a later attempt and prioritize safe routes first.
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