Bubsy 4D - The Bobcat is Back and Actually Good

Bubsy 4D is the 3D platformer revival nobody saw coming. Developed by Fabraz and published by Atari, this collectathon sends the wise-cracking bobcat into space across craft-themed alien worlds with a brand-new moveset built for newcomers and speedrunners alike.

At a Glance

Release Date: Released
Genre: 3D Platformer / Collectathon
Platform: PC (Steam)
Cost: $17.99 USD (10% launch discount, ends May 25, 2026)
Developer / Publisher: Fabraz / Atari
Store Link: Get Bubsy 4D on Steam

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The Story

The fleece-obsessed Woolies stole Earth’s sheep. That would be fine, until the sheep return as BaaBots powered by Woolie technology, targeting Bubsy’s Golden Fleece. With Terri, Terry, Virgil, and Oblivia in tow, Bubsy blasts off into space to take it all back.

Core Gameplay Features

1. A Full 3D Platforming Moveset

Run, leap, glide, claw up walls, pounce off enemies, and transform into hairball form to roll at blistering speeds. Fabraz designed this moveset for every skill level, from casual players to speedrunners hunting fast times.

A cartoonish character walking along a winding path in a vibrant, colourful landscape with large, round spools of thread and a serene body of water in the background.

A fun, colourful video game scene featuring a character jumping over large golden coins, with a vibrant, fantastical landscape in the background, including abstract structures and roller coasters.

2. Craft-Themed Alien Worlds and BaaBot Bosses

Each world uses a distinct craft aesthetic with yarn, cardboard, and felt woven into intergalactic levels. Every world ends in a BaaBot boss battle. Environments reward exploration with hidden collectibles and blueprints throughout.

A fantastical robot with a crown and glowing features towers over a small character in a vibrant, animated arena filled with whimsical decorations and spectators.

A vibrant animated scene featuring a fluffy sheep character and a red anthropomorphic bird engaged in a playful confrontation on a wooden platform against a colourful sky backdrop.

3. Upgrades, Outfits, and Online Leaderboards

Spend yarn to unlock new outfits. Find blueprints to unlock new moves and upgrades. Use time trial mode to upload runs and race ghost data from other players on global leaderboards.

A colourful game scene displaying a cartoon character with orange fur and a white shirt with an exclamation mark, standing alongside other characters in a playful environment. The interface features options for upgrades and skins, listing items like 'Bubsy 3D' and various jackets.

Two animated characters in a colourful, futuristic setting; one character is a fox wearing a white jacket and the other is a blue character in a pink top, both standing in front of a glowing background with planets.

Who Is This For?

Bubsy 4D suits fans of 3D platformers and collectathons. Accessible controls make it easy to start, while leaderboards and upgrade unlocks reward replay. GamesRadar+ called the demo potentially one of the best platformers in recent memory. At $17.99 USD during the launch window, it offers strong value with Steam Achievements, Cloud saves, and Remote Play on TV.