Atari and Fabraz have made a playable demo of Bubsy 4D available now on the Nintendo eShop for both Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, ahead of the game's full launch on May 22, 2026.
Bubsy 4D is a 3D platformer from developer Fabraz and publisher Atari, marking the series' return to three-dimensional platforming.
The demo allows players to sample the first three levels of Bubsy 4D.
According to Atari and Fabraz, the demo is intended to give players an early look at the game's core traversal and combat, including Bubsy's expanded move set and the new hairball form mechanic.
The full game is scheduled to release on May 22, 2026 for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2.
Game details and features
Bubsy 4D positions the franchise in an intergalactic, craft-themed setting.
The developer describes core gameplay as traditional platforming actions—running, jumping, gliding, and rolling—augmented by new abilities: wall clawing, pouncing off enemies, and a hairball form that lets Bubsy roll at high speed.
The story premise in promotional materials explains that the Woolies have stolen Earth's sheep and that some of those sheep return as mechanized BaaBots, leading Bubsy to journey through space to reclaim the Golden Fleece.
Fabraz has also built systems designed for both newcomers and speedrunners.
Players can spend collected yarn to purchase outfits, discover a hidden blueprint in each level to unlock moves and upgrades, and tackle time trials with the ability to upload best runs to online leaderboards.
The game features a soundtrack composed by Fat Bard that blends jazz, big band, and electro-swing elements.
What the demo offers
The demo's first-three-level slice offers a chance to test Bubsy's movement and the hairball mechanic, and to experience at least one boss encounter against BaaBot enemies in the preview content.
Players on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 can download the demo via the Nintendo eShop now.
Bubsy 4D will launch on May 22, 2026 for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2.
A full trailer for the game is available from Atari and Fabraz alongside the demo release.
Bubsy 4D is a 3D platformer from developer Fabraz and publisher Atari, marking the series' return to three-dimensional platforming.
The demo allows players to sample the first three levels of Bubsy 4D.
According to Atari and Fabraz, the demo is intended to give players an early look at the game's core traversal and combat, including Bubsy's expanded move set and the new hairball form mechanic.
The full game is scheduled to release on May 22, 2026 for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2.
Game details and features
Bubsy 4D positions the franchise in an intergalactic, craft-themed setting.
The developer describes core gameplay as traditional platforming actions—running, jumping, gliding, and rolling—augmented by new abilities: wall clawing, pouncing off enemies, and a hairball form that lets Bubsy roll at high speed.
The story premise in promotional materials explains that the Woolies have stolen Earth's sheep and that some of those sheep return as mechanized BaaBots, leading Bubsy to journey through space to reclaim the Golden Fleece.
Fabraz has also built systems designed for both newcomers and speedrunners.
Players can spend collected yarn to purchase outfits, discover a hidden blueprint in each level to unlock moves and upgrades, and tackle time trials with the ability to upload best runs to online leaderboards.
The game features a soundtrack composed by Fat Bard that blends jazz, big band, and electro-swing elements.
What the demo offers
The demo's first-three-level slice offers a chance to test Bubsy's movement and the hairball mechanic, and to experience at least one boss encounter against BaaBot enemies in the preview content.
Players on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 can download the demo via the Nintendo eShop now.
Bubsy 4D will launch on May 22, 2026 for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2.
A full trailer for the game is available from Atari and Fabraz alongside the demo release.