Beginner's Guide to Spyro: A Realm Beyond
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Getting Started
Welcome to the world of Spyro: A Realm Beyond! This guide covers everything you need to know before taking flight in Spyro's boldest adventure yet.
Basic Controls
Move: Left stick / WASD
Flame Breath: Right trigger / Left click
Charge: Hold right bumper / Shift
Jump / Glide: A button / Space
Take Flight: Press flight button anytime (new mechanic!)
True Dragon Flight
The biggest new feature in A Realm Beyond is true dragon flight. Unlike previous games where Spyro could only glide, you can now take to the skies at any moment:
Tips
- ◆Press the flight button to launch into the air
- ◆Use dives to build speed
- ◆Climb to gain altitude
- ◆Chain tight turns to navigate through obstacles
- ◆Ignite campfires with flame breath for thermal lift
- ◆Flap your wings to sustain movement
Exploration Tips
Tips
- ◆Look for campfires — they provide thermal lift when ignited
- ◆Dive from high points to gain maximum speed
- ◆Every landmark is designed to be flown around, not just to
- ◆Gems are scattered throughout — collect them all!
- ◆Talk to NPCs for hints about hidden areas
What's New
Tips
- ◆True Dragon Flight: No longer restricted to gliding
- ◆The Scavs: A new enemy faction threatening the realm
- ◆New Allies: Make friends in the new world
- ◆Expanded World: Built for aerial exploration
- ◆Evolved Spyro: Larger wings, new abilities