The bobcat is back as Bubsy returns in a brand new platforming game from Atari and studio Fabraz on May 22nd 2026.Ā Bubsy 4D will launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, Windows and GOG, and Xbox Play Anywhere, and probably your smart fridge and Nokia 3310 if they have enough time.
This will be the first Bubsy 3D adventure game since 1996 (the 2017 reboot was a side scrolling platformer) and it finds the wisecracking bobcat on the hunt for the Golden Fleece, which somehow has been stolen from Greek mythology and is now in the hands of the alien BaaBots. I think this is a case of āJust go with it, itās a video gameā.
Busby will be bounding around alien planets themed around fabric and crafts and will be meeting up with some old pals from previous games including Terri, Terry, Virgil and Oblivia.
āGet ready for the comeback you never saw coming,ā said Bubsy T. Bobcat. āItās no secret that Iāve got a questionable track record, but Atari and Fabraz are determined to give me the game Iāve always deserved. This time, my claws are out and Iām ready to show off.ā
The digital version will cost you $19.99 but you can pre-order a collectorās edition ofBubsy 4DĀ for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. The physical edition, which includes a game cartridge, tuck-in exterior box, user manual, poster and artbook, for $39.99/ā¬39.99/Ā£34.99 on Nintendo Switch and $49.99/ā¬49.99/Ā£44.99Ā on Nintendo Switch 2
Source: Press release
It’s exciting to see Bubsy making a comeback! The platforming genre always benefits from fresh titles, and it’s great to hear that Atari and Fabraz are bringing this beloved character back to life. Looking forward to seeing how the game turns out!
Absolutely! It’s great to see classic characters like Bubsy return, especially in a genre that thrives on creativity. Iām curious to see how the new mechanics will blend with the nostalgia of the original games.
I completely agree! It’s exciting to see how developers are reinvigorating classic characters for a new generation. I wonder how they’ll incorporate modern gameplay mechanics while keeping the nostalgic feel that fans love.
new generation. Itās interesting to think about how modern game design can enhance the nostalgic elements of a character like Bubsy. The blend of old-school charm with new mechanics could really appeal to both longtime fans and newcomers alike!