Bubsy 4D Unveiled as New 3D Platformer

Atari and indie studio Fabraz unveiled Bubsy 4D, a new 3D platformer starring Bubsy the talking orange bobcat, marking the character’s first true 3D adventure since Bubsy 3D in 1996. The game reimagines Bubsy’s universe with a conflict involving the Woolies, a villainous alien species, and a revolt by Earth’s sheep that gives rise to the BaaBots. Bubsy’s mission is to recover The Golden Fleece from the playful, spacefaring adversaries across several planets. The project is led by Fabraz with a multi-platform push planned for PlayStation 5 and 4, Xbox Series and One, Nintendo Switch (Switch 1 and Switch 2), and PC, with a release date to be announced. A related Bubsy in The Purrfect Collection is also being prepared in collaboration with Limited Run Games for September 9, 2025, showcasing a bundling strategy that revisits classic titles.

The game’s premise builds on a mix of nostalgia and fresh design. The Woolies, Bubsy’s longtime adversaries, return to Earth to hijack sheep and empower them with wool-based technology. In response, the sheep lead a revolt, creating the BaaBots who seize control of planets once under Woolie influence. Bubsy and his familiar cast—Terri, Terry,...