The Legend of Spyro: Dawn of the Dragon

Action-platformer where you control Spyro and Cynder, two dragons physically tethered together throughout the campaign. You switch between characters mid-combat, using Spyro's elemental breath attacks and Cynder's poison/shadow abilities to handle different enemy types. The tether mechanic means positioning matters—you can't split up, and cooperative maneuvers (one dragon lifting the other, synchronized attacks) are required for certain puzzles and boss phases. Story picks up after a three-year time skip with antagonist Malefor having gained ground. Levels mix aerial flight sections with ground combat arenas. You unlock new breath elements and melee combos as you progress. The campaign concludes this trilogy's arc. Best for players comfortable with forced-duo mechanics and willing to manage two movesets simultaneously.