Spyro Shadow Legacy, developed by Amaze Entertainment and published by Sierra Entertainment, was a significant installment for the iconic dragon Spyro. Released exclusively for the Nintendo DS in 2005, this action-adventure game introduced role-playing elements and an innovative magic system to the franchise. Tasked with rescuing trapped dragons and defeating an evil sorcerer, players utilize Spyro's abilities to shape-shift and cast spells. It expanded the series with a parallel 'Shadow Realm' and featured a distinctive blend of combat, exploration, and light puzzle-solving within a fantasy universe.