Skylanders: Spyro's Adventure

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Skylanders: Spyro's Adventure is the inaugural title in the Skylanders series, combining video games with interactive toy figures through NFC technology. This historical hack and slash game features local multi-player options for up to 2 players in co-op or single-player modes, all displayed on a split screen. The game's star-studded voice cast includes Josh Keaton, Dave Wittenberg, and others, bringing the Skylanders' world to life.

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87%

Audience ScoreBased on 66 reviews

story2 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Skylanders Spyro's Adventure is a fun and engaging game that provides hours of entertainment for kids and families.
The game features a variety of characters with unique abilities, making gameplay dynamic and enjoyable.
It is a great option for younger players, as it is simple yet can become challenging, keeping them engaged.

Some players experienced issues with the game not working or being in poor condition upon arrival.
The game requires specific Skylanders figures to unlock content, which can be an additional expense and limit playability.
Replay value is limited, with some players noting that their children completed the game quickly.

story
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The story is engaging and creatively crafted, featuring flexible character options and puzzles that encourage rational thinking, making it enjoyable for players of all ages. The excitement is amplified by the various possibilities that arise from different Skylanders, enhancing the overall narrative experience.
- “The storyline is interesting, the flexibility of characters is fantastic, and there are even some puzzles that the kids get to solve using rational thought.”
- “There is lots of excitement, a creative storyline, and many possibilities depending on which Skylander you use.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is noted for its strong core concept of using figures as characters, but many sequels are criticized for prioritizing new gimmicks over gameplay quality and depth, leading to a lack of substance in the experience.
- “The basic concept of 'the figure is your character' was strong enough, and many of the sequels sacrifice gameplay quality and content to showcase the new gimmick. It's surprising how many people didn't notice the lack of depth in what is supposed to be the most figure-intensive game.”
- “The gameplay mechanics are engaging and provide a unique experience that keeps players coming back for more.”
- “The controls are intuitive, making it easy for both new and experienced players to jump right in and enjoy the game.”
- “The basic gimmick of 'the figure is your character' was strong enough, but too many of the sequels sacrifice gameplay quality and content to showcase the new gimmick. Looking at you, Trap Team... how people didn't notice the lack of depth in the most figure-intensive game is way beyond me.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks innovation, making it hard to stay engaged for long periods.”
- “The controls are clunky and unresponsive, which detracts from the overall experience and makes it frustrating to play.”
graphics
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The graphics are generally praised as great, though some users feel that the experience was more enjoyable on the PSP version.
replayability
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The game has been criticized for its low replayability, with some players noting that it can be completed quickly, leading to a lack of incentive to play again.
- “My kids beat it in a few hours - lame replay value.”
- “Once you finish the game, there's really no incentive to play it again.”
- “The lack of different endings or choices makes it feel like a one-and-done experience.”