If you played the first Legend of Spyro on GBA, this one picks up right where it left off—Spyro and Sparx are back, Cynder’s free (for now), and some ape king named Gaul is messing with forces he shouldn’t. The story’s darker than you’d expect from a purple dragon game, but the combat’s still simple and satisfying—flame breath, charge attacks, the usual.

What surprised me was how much they improved the platforming. The levels feel bigger, with more hidden stuff tucked away if you take the time to explore. And yeah, the GBA graphics aren’t mind-blowing, but the animations are smooth, especially Spyro’s glide. Just don’t expect a deep RPG or anything—it’s straightforward action with some light puzzles.

Solid sequel if you’re into the series, though the difficulty spikes in a few spots.