Insomniac

The Profile

Insomniac is an American video game developer founded in 1994, known for creating Spyro the Dragon and later the Ratchet & Clank and Resistance series, as well as developing Marvel’s Spider-Man.

Founded by Ted Price in 1994; based in Burbank, California; created Spyro the Dragon for the original PlayStation; acquired by Sony Interactive Entertainment in 2019.

A single, heartfelt review celebrates Spyro the Dragon by Insomniac: a simple yet addictive platformer built on portals, gliding, fire-breathing, and headbutts across six worlds. The piece blends childhood memories with the game’s sense of justice and adventure, turning Spyro into a personal and social symbol. The tone is warm, intimate, and unmistakably nostalgic.