Review · Action · PlayStation
Spyro: Year of the Dragon
Reviewed: 30 Apr 2026
PlayStation
Insomniac Games · 2000
Ludograph rating
C
Mixed
48 /100
Spyro: Year of the Dragon is an adventure platformer that builds problem solving and spatial awareness through exploration, with mild cartoon violence against creatures.
Growth (BDS)
32
Risk (RIS)
5
Daily limit
120min
Age guidance
7+
Developmental benefits
| B1 | Cognitive | 0.40 | |
| B2 | Social-emotional | 0.10 | |
| B3 | Motor | 0.45 | |
Spyro: Year of the Dragon offers a vibrant and engaging platforming experience that encourages exploration and problem-solving through its diverse levels and mini-games. Players will develop spatial awareness and critical thinking as they navigate the Forgotten Worlds and collect magical dragon eggs. The game's straightforward objectives and clear progression provide a satisfying sense of accomplishment.
Design risks
| R1 | Compulsion-loop pressure | 0.10 | |
| R2 | Monetization | 0.00 | |
| R3 | Social risk | 0.00 | |
While generally a wholesome experience, Spyro: Year of the Dragon features mild cartoon violence against fantastical creatures. The game's collectible nature and near-miss mechanics could mildly encourage extended play sessions, though natural stopping points are abundant. There are no monetization or social risks present.
Content (not in risk score)
| R4.1 | Violence Level | 0.33 | |
| R4.2 | Sexual Content | 0.00 | |
| R4.3 | Language | 0.00 | |
| R4.4 | Substance References | 0.00 | |
| R4.5 | Fear / Horror | 0.00 | |
Content risk is displayed separately and does not affect the time recommendation.
Regulatory design checks · DSA — Assessed: meets criteria·GDPR-K — Assessed: meets criteria·ODDS — Assessed: meets criteria
- DSA:What Ludograph checks: whether the game's design gives minors the transparency the EU Digital Services Act expects: plain terms, honest defaults, and clear reporting routes.: Estimated from review data. No dark pattern or child-targeting concerns found.
- GDPR-K:What Ludograph checks: whether age assurance and consent flows are designed for under-16s, in the spirit of GDPR Article 8.: Estimated from review data. No privacy or child-targeting concerns found.
- ODDS:What Ludograph checks: whether paid random-reward drop rates are disclosed, as required in China, Japan and South Korea.: Estimated from review data. No paid random-reward mechanics found, so drop-rate disclosure requirements do not apply.
These reflect Ludograph's assessment of the game's design practices against each framework's criteria, not a legal compliance determination.