In Spyro 2: Ripto's Rage!, there are 64 orbs to collect.
Orbs are one of the game's two major collectible types, alongside gems. Unlike talismans, which are generally earned by completing realms, orbs reward Spyro for optional challenges and side activities. These include minigames, escort tasks, races, enemy encounters, and hidden objectives spread throughout Avalar.
The total matters because orbs are used to activate portals and progress through certain parts of the game. Collecting enough also unlocks additional areas and helps Spyro reach the game's completion goals. The full total is 64, not the much larger 100 associated with other collectible counts in the series.
Another common mix-up is confusing orbs with talismans. Spyro 2 contains 14 talismans, while the orb total is 64. Gems are a separate currency used largely for payments to Moneybags, so none of these collectibles should be treated as interchangeable.