Marketplace.comSkylanders Spyros Adventure is an Action-Adventure game spin-off from the Spyro series designed for younger players that unlocks a whole new game universe while incorporating a unique gameplay mechanic utilizing more than 30 physical action figures that synch with consoles creating a controllable in-game representation of that figure. The first release in the Skylander series Skylanders Spyros Adventure Starter Pack contains three action figures an Unique game peripheral as well as other items. Action figures are compatible with all versions of the game. The game features co-op and competitive multiplayer mini-games 2D or 3D gameplay and more.Action figures that come to life in-game.View larger.An all new game universe.View larger.The Skylanders StoryFor generations the Skylanders -- a diverse group of mythical creatures each with their own powers personality and tendencies -- have used their magical powers Gears and levelable battle skills to protect their homeland the Skylands. But now an evil tyrant with the powers of a portal master has frozen and banished them to Earth. Only you a portal master yourself can physically put Skylanders on the Portal of Power -- a conduit Predictionween this world and theirs -- and bring them back to life in their world where they can battle to save Skylands forever. Action Figures with BrainsSkylanders are special physical action figures that come to life in-game. Just take a Skylander place it on the included Portal of Power which is synched to your game console and a representation of your chosen Skylander will come to life in the video game and do your bidding. There are over 30 Skylanders in total - each with unique abilities and powers (three are included in your starter pack). Skylander action figures remember their in-game experiences and upgrades as they explore the mysterious world of Skylands battle menacing creatures and collect treasures. Conveniently it doesnt matter what gaming system your friends have at their house the Skylanders work on and across all major video game systems. That means that you can take your Skylanders over to your friends house drop them on their Portal of Power and your Skylanders will come to life in the game. Key Game Features Everything Needed to Get Started - The Skylanders Spyros Adventure Starter Pack contains everything needed to get started including: a game copy for Xbox 360 3 Skylanders (Trigger Happy Spyro and Gill Grunt) Portal of Power peripheral character poster trading cards sticker sheet web codes and batteries). Multiplayer - Put two Skylanders on the Portal of Power and battle with your friend as a team or pick a Battle Arena and go head-to-head against your friend to see who is the best Portal Master. Either way its a fight to the finish. Battle to Save Skylands - Use your character collection to battle KAOS and his minions. Each of your Skylanders has special abilities and powers. The more you play the more powerful they become. Adventures Mini-games and Puzzles - There are different challenges and mini-games waiting throughout Skylands. Jump in a turret to fend off enemies and solve challenging puzzles to find secret areas and earn cool in-game rewards. Play Online - Each Skylander comes with a unique secret code. Show off your collection to your friends and play fun new mini-games. Expand Your Adventure - Pick up an Adventure Pack (sold separately). Each one includes an Unique Skylander 1-Location Piece and 2-Magic Items. Place the Location Piece on the Portal of Power to explore Unique new worlds and embark on new adventures and challenges. Additional ScreenshotsProduct DescriptionAs a teaser for some more detailed Skylanders Spyros Adventure news that we will be bringing you next week during E3 Activision has released some character vignettes which tell us a little more about the characters that are set to feature in the games starter pack. Skylanders Spyros adventure involves real life toys which players will have to place on the Portal of Power to bring them into the game. The three toy characters that come in the starter pack are: Spyro Gill Grunt and Trigger Happy. We have some information and some short clips where players can see all three characters in action.