Bubsy 4D
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Bubsy 4D launch trailer – Bubsy’s first 3D adventure since 1996 on Nintendo Switch 2, SwitchBubsy 4D has launched on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch, accompanied by its official launch trailer. This title marks Bubsy's first 3D adventure since 1996, developed by Fabraz and published by Atari. The game features intergalactic platforming challenges, new moves, and online leaderboards for time trials.
Bubsy 4D Might Be Gaming’s Weirdest ComebackBubsy 4D, the latest installment in the infamous mascot platformer series, has been released by Atari and developer Fabraz. Available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch, the game features the character in a new intergalactic adventure with expanded movement mechanics. This release marks a potential comeback for the character, with the developers aiming to provide a more modern platforming experience compared to previous entries.
What Could Possibly Go Wrong? Atari and Fabraz's Cult Classic Mascot Returns in Bubsy 4D, Out NowAtari and Fabraz have released Bubsy 4D, the latest installment in the Bubsy franchise, for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. This 3D platformer features the return of the mascot in a new adventure to reclaim the Golden Fleece, incorporating modern movement mechanics, new outfits, and online time trials.- Bubsy 4D Review 🧶Bubsy 4D is a quirky and fun 3D platformer developed by Fabraz, offering a nostalgic '90s throwback experience with charming visuals and humor. While its gameplay can be sloppy, relying on chaining jumps and creative mechanics, it provides significant replay value through challenges, collectibles, and unlockable upgrades. Despite its limited number of levels and occasional camera issues, the game is considered the best in the Bubsy series.
Gallery: We Unbox The 'Pawsome Edition' Of Bubsy 4D On Switch 2This article provides an unboxing of the 'Pawsome Edition' of Bubsy 4D for the Nintendo Switch 2, which is set to release in 2026. The physical edition includes a full game cartridge, a 34-page manual, an 83-page art book, and a double-sided poster. The Pawsome Edition costs $49.99 in the US and £44.99 in the UK, with a digital version available for £17.99.
Nintendo Download: 21st May (North America)The latest Nintendo Download update for North America brings a variety of new games to the eShop, including "Yoshi and the Mysterious Book," "Tales of ARISE – Beyond the Dawn Edition," and "Coffee Talk Tokyo." Other notable releases include "Bubsy 4D," "FZ: Formation Z," and "R-Type Dimensions III," alongside numerous indie titles across various genres.- Bubsy 4D ReviewBubsy 4D marks a notable return for the video game mascot, presenting what is considered his best performance to date. Despite its brevity, the game offers a stylish experience.
- Game ReviewsReviews for Bubsy 4D and Directive 8020 have been released. Bubsy 4D is noted as a surprisingly capable return, while Directive 8020 is described as a space horror game that ultimately falls flat.
Bubsy 4D review for Nintendo Switch 2 and SwitchBubsy 4D is a fun and enjoyable 3D platformer developed by Fabraz and published by Atari, available on Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2. The game offers both exploration-based collect-a-thon gameplay and time-trial modes, featuring abstract level design and a humorous narrative. Despite minor visual pop-in and collision detection issues, the title provides a satisfying experience for its $20 price point.
Nintendo Download – May 21, 2026 (North America) – Bubsy 4D, Tales of Arise, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, moreThe North American Nintendo Download report for the week of May 21, 2026, highlights new releases for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Notable titles include Bubsy 4D, Tales of Arise: Beyond the Dawn Edition, and Yoshi and the Mysterious Book. The report also details various digital titles, eShop sales, and My Nintendo rewards related to Yoshi and Mario.
Bubsy 4D Review – Born-Again BubsyBubsy 4D is a surprisingly exceptional 3D platformer that marks a high-quality return for the franchise. The game features smooth movement, well-balanced challenge, and charming dialogue, with only minor camera issues reported. Fabraz has successfully revitalized the series, offering engaging gameplay for both casual players and speedrunners.
Bubsy 4D review - the world’s worst platform mascotBubsy 4D is a frustrating and cringe-worthy 3D platformer from developer Fabraz and publisher Atari. Despite some amusing skins and occasionally funny moments where Bubsy is the butt of the joke, the game suffers from clunky controls, infrequent save points, and an exceptionally annoying protagonist. It is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One for £15.99.
The new Bubsy is better than I expected, but its hackneyed '90s nostalgia is exhaustingThe new Bubsy 4D game from Fabraz and Atari offers surprisingly robust 3D platforming mechanics, allowing for complex aerial maneuvers. However, the game is heavily weighed down by its exhausting and cringeworthy '90s nostalgia, particularly its hackneyed humor and nonsensical level design, making it difficult to recommend despite its gameplay potential.
Bubsy 4D Review | Giant BombBubsy 4D is a surprisingly fun 3D platformer that revitalizes the sarcastic cat character with a robust movement system. Despite its uninspired environments and brief campaign, the game's core mechanics and challenging obstacle-course-like levels make it the best Bubsy game to date. Developed by Fabraz and published by Atari, it is available on PC and PlayStation.
Review: Bubsy 4D (Switch 2) - A Maligned Mascot Finally Gets A Good GameBubsy 4D marks a significant redemption for the maligned mascot, offering a solid mid-tier 3D platformer with genuinely satisfying controls and speedrunning potential. Developed by Fabraz and published by Atari, the game features fluid movement mechanics and replayable stages, though the level design itself is somewhat underbaked. It is considered the best Bubsy game to date and a strong foundation for future titles.
Review: Bubsy 4D (PS5) - The Best of a Bad BunchBubsy 4D is considered the best game in the series to date, featuring a significantly expanded and maneuverable moveset for the titular character. While the gameplay mechanics and controls are praised for their responsiveness and potential for speedrunning, the level design is described as dull and linear, with underutilized enemies and a lack of meaningful exploration. The game runs well on PlayStation 5 and incorporates subtle DualSense features.- Bubsy 4D ReviewBubsy 4D is a surprisingly fun platformer that revitalizes the sarcastic cat character with a robust movement system. While the game's worlds are uninspired and the overall experience feels brief, its core mechanics and challenging obstacle-course-like levels make it the best Bubsy game to date. The game offers a modern take on the genre, drawing some inspiration from the character's failed television pilot.
Bubsy 4D Interview: Fabraz Founder Talks Mobility & Bubsy’s RepFabraz founder Fabain Rastorfer discusses the upcoming platformer Bubsy 4D, acknowledging the series' reputation while focusing on new mechanics like the physics-driven 'hairball' mode. The game aims to be a fun, expressive platformer with new challenges and moves for the iconic bobcat.
Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch file sizes – Tales of Arise, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, Bubsy 4D, moreNintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2 have had numerous game file sizes listed on the eShops. The listings include titles such as Tales of Arise: Beyond the Dawn Edition, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, and Bubsy 4D, with sizes ranging from under 100MB to over 55GB.
Coming Out in gaming this week — May 18, 2026This week's gaming releases include a variety of genres across multiple platforms. New titles launching on May 18, 2026, include the casual simulation Thrifty Business and the strategy game Corsairs – Battle of the Caribbean. Other notable releases include Forza Horizon 6, Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core (Early Access), and Thick as Thieves, with many more games launching throughout the week.