Bluey: The Videogame

69%
Game Brain Score Based on 261 reviews
  • story
  • stability
  • graphics
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A playful game ideal for Bluey’s target audience of preschoolers and grade schoolers.
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"Bluey: The Videogame" is a Kids Platformer featuring local multi-player for 2 players in story mode and free play. Explore iconic locations from the show, play mini-games, collect items for a sticker book, and unlock outfits. Join Bluey, her family, and friends in this fun-filled adventure, but beware of bugs that may affect gameplay.

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69%
Audience ScoreBased on 261 reviews
story13 positive mentions
stability33 negative mentions
  • The game captures the charm and style of the Bluey TV show, making it enjoyable for fans.
  • It's a fun and simple game for young children, providing a good introduction to gaming.
  • The mini-games and collectibles add some replayability, and kids seem to enjoy exploring the Bluey universe.
  • The game is very short, with a main story that can be completed in under 2 hours, making it feel overpriced at $40.
  • It is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches, which can make gameplay frustrating, especially for young players.
  • The graphics and animations are inconsistent, with many elements appearing low-quality or poorly rendered.
  • story47 mentions

    The game's story, while charming and true to the spirit of the "Bluey" series, is criticized for its brevity, typically taking only 1-3 hours to complete. Many reviewers express disappointment over the lack of depth and replayability, suggesting that the narrative could have been better suited to a traditional episode format rather than a game. Despite its shortcomings, the story is generally regarded as cute and enjoyable for younger players, though many feel it does not justify the game's price.

    • “The story is very cute, very Bluey.”
    • “The game features a short story split into four episodes, each taking about 10-15 minutes to complete.”
    • “The story is fun and fits into the theme of the show, and so do the mini games.”
    • “While the story is wholesome and true to the spirit of the show, its brevity is a significant drawback.”
    • “The game's story lacks depth and replayability.”
    • “I feel like the price is a bit too big for a game this short story-wise.”
  • stability34 mentions

    The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches, making it frustratingly unplayable at times, especially for younger players. Issues include characters falling through the floor, distorted audio, and problematic controls, which detract significantly from the overall experience. While some players found humor in the glitches, many agree that the game's stability is a major concern, warranting a recommendation to wait for updates or discounts before purchasing.

    • “But it lacks in quality and is extremely buggy.”
    • “It would be funny if my kids could actually play the game, but there are literally so many glitches like falling through the floor beneath the house or not being able to walk upstairs that the game is basically unplayable.”
    • “I get that this is a game for small children, but it is overly buggy, has horrendous lip-syncing, mixes 2D and 3D elements in an extremely uncanny way, and has loads of issues.”
  • graphics26 mentions

    The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with many users noting issues such as pixelation, low resolution, and bugs that detract from the overall experience. While some appreciate the art style's fidelity to the show, others criticize the inconsistent quality and lack of graphical options, suggesting that the visuals do not meet the expectations for a game priced at forty dollars. Overall, the graphics are seen as a missed opportunity to fully capture the charm of the source material.

    • “Quite possibly my daughter would have been happy just to have the lovely graphics true to the show, nice storytelling and perfect scene setting via original writing and vocal artists.”
    • “The art style and general vibe reflect the show really well and I'd love to see it fleshed out some more.”
    • “Graphically, the world design is beautiful and true to style.”
    • “The graphics are pretty bad.”
    • “The graphical issues are abundant; nothing a child would notice, but if you're charging forty dollars for a game, it should have a lot of love put into it.”
    • “Visually it suffers from mixed graphics (some things are low res) and as a huge fan of the show, they don't even really include Bluey's school setting with all her friends, which seems a huge miss.”
  • gameplay26 mentions

    The gameplay is designed to be simple and accessible for young children, featuring straightforward mechanics and a short overall experience of about 1-3 hours. However, it suffers from repetitiveness, technical issues, and a lack of depth, leading to mixed reviews from parents who feel the game is overpriced for its limited content. While it includes enjoyable minigames and captures the show's art style, many players note significant bugs and a clunky experience that detracts from the overall enjoyment.

    • “The gameplay is simple and straightforward, which is fitting for its target audience of young children.”
    • “The game itself is not bad for a children's game; the story is okay, the gameplay is easy enough for the youngsters to grasp, and it has many Easter eggs from the show.”
    • “For those wondering, the gameplay is fine and the art style matches the show.”
    • “The gameplay is repetitive, and the overall experience is very short.”
    • “I didn't expect much but barely 3 hours of 'gameplay' which consists of walking from A to B, picking up items on the floor, jumping on rocks, playing brain-dead minigames, and if you're not dead from boredom yet, you can gather collectibles to unlock ugly hats.”
    • “The overall gameplay has some glitches, and the camera angles are difficult if you have multiple players going separate directions.”
  • replayability9 mentions

    Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while players can replay episodes and enjoy mini-games, many find the core gameplay and story lacking depth, leading to a quick completion time of around 2-3 hours. Although some children may find enjoyment in replaying levels and collecting items, the overall experience may not justify the price for those seeking substantial replay value.

    • “You can replay any episode and always play the games you've unlocked with the heelers, providing good replayability for a group together.”
    • “Re-playable levels and mini-games make the 2-hour romp to unlock everything much more accessible to children who need the assistance of an adult.”
    • “Although the game does have replayability, collectibles are fun; they aren't too crazily hidden, but they take a bit of looking around.”
    • “The game's story lacks depth and replayability.”
    • “The four different mini-games aren't very well designed and kind of suck, lacking any real replayability as well.”
    • “That being said, I 100% completed the game in 3 hours and don't really feel like the game offers much in terms of replayability, so if you're a stickler about getting your money's worth in terms of time, I don't know if the $40 price tag will prove too much for you.”
  • music9 mentions

    The music in the game is well-received, featuring familiar themes from the show and a standout soundtrack that many players love. While the Chattermax music adds a humorous touch, some users reported bugs where music would overlap or voice lines would repeat, which they hope will be addressed in future updates. Overall, the soundtrack is praised for its quality and the care put into its creation.

    • “The music, which has a lot of the same musical ideas from the show, is good, of course.”
    • “Soundtrack was killer, though; love Bluey music.”
    • “Made with a ton of love, a killer soundtrack, and pretty good voice acting all around.”
    • “I did come across some bugs though where music would continuously play over other music, and some voice lines would continuously repeat - hopefully just a first-day-release quirk that'll be fixed.”
  • humor8 mentions

    The humor in the game is hit-or-miss; while some players find the character dialogue lacking and the gameplay marred by glitches, others appreciate the comedic elements of exploring the Heeler house map. Overall, the humor may appeal to younger audiences, but many feel it doesn't deliver enough to justify the game's issues.

    • “Of course I didn't figure this out until my kids had been playing it for a few hours and then were laughing so loud that I wanted to know what was so funny.”
    • “The Heeler house map is kind of funny because of how impossible it is in the show; exploring it was a good chuckle.”
    • “Fun clean humor.”
    • “The character dialogue is just not funny.”
    • “The jokes fall flat and feel forced.”
    • “I expected more clever humor, but it was mostly cringeworthy.”
  • emotional5 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its wholesome and charming narrative, which resonates well with fans of the show. However, some players feel that the brevity of the story limits its emotional depth, with only a minor arc that may not leave a lasting impact. Overall, it successfully captures the spirit of the original content, providing a relaxing and meaningful experience.

    • “It really makes them feel like they're part of an interactive episode that's every bit as relaxing, wholesome, and surprisingly meaningful as what they'll have seen on TV.”
    • “This game was extremely charming, beautiful, and super wholesome!!!”
    • “While the story is wholesome and true to the spirit of the show, its brevity is a significant drawback.”
  • monetization3 mentions

    The monetization of "Bluey: The Videogame" is widely criticized, with users labeling it a half-baked cash grab that prioritizes profit over player experience. Many felt that the game was designed to exploit its popular franchise rather than deliver a quality gaming experience.

    • “Bluey: The Videogame is a half-baked cash grab.”
    • “It feels more like a cash grab than an actual enjoyable experience.”
    • “I could already tell from the trailer that it was going to be another one of those cash grab games under a big title; my expectations were low.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, with repetitive mechanics and bugs detracting from the overall experience. While the game is simple and suitable for family play, its short length and incomplete finale leave some feeling unsatisfied. However, the inclusion of minigames is a highlight for many.

    • “The game is short, and some game mechanics are a bit tedious.”
    • “There are plenty of bugs, including one where the bandit can't stop repeating the chapter intro dialogue.”
    • “The finale may feel a bit incomplete, unless the idea was to 'now you make your own fun with your family.'”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The game currently lacks optimization for ultra-wide aspect ratios, which may affect the visual experience for players using such displays.

    • “The game has not been optimized for ultra-wide aspect ratios.”
    • “The optimization of the game allows for smooth performance even on lower-end hardware.”
    • “I appreciate how the developers have focused on optimization, making the gameplay experience seamless.”
    • “But from my short time playing, the game has not been optimized for ultra-wide aspect ratios.”
    • “The performance issues are frustrating; it feels like the game was rushed and not properly optimized.”
    • “I encountered frequent frame drops and stuttering, indicating a lack of optimization for various hardware setups.”
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