Spyro Voice Actor Tom Kenny Returns For New Game
Originally published Jun 7, 2026
By Steve Watts · GameSpot
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Key points
- Tom Kenny, known for voicing SpongeBob Squarepants, is returning as Spyro for the first time since 1999.
- Spyro: A Realm Beyond will feature Spyro as an older dragon with flight as a major gameplay element.
- The game is being developed by Toys For Bob in collaboration with Microsoft, following the studio's regained independence.
Spyro: A Realm Beyond, the first new Spyro game not tied to the Skylanders spin-off, is set for release in 2027. Despite Tom Kenny's fame from voicing SpongeBob Squarepants, he was eager to return as Spyro, according to creative director Lou Studdert. Kenny's enthusiasm and deep connection to the franchise made him the ideal choice for the role. The game will feature Spyro as an older dragon with enhanced movement capabilities, including flight. This version of Spyro marks a return to the original style of the series, developed by Toys For Bob after regaining independence and signing a deal with Microsoft.
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