Bluey’s creator wrote the new family game — and yes, it’s getting a full physical release

Why this matters: a genuine Bluey game you can actually buy off the shelf

This caught my attention because licensed kids’ games are usually either lazy cash‑ins or charming surprises – and Bluey’s Quest for The Gold Pen looks like the latter. Written by Bluey creator Joe Brumm and developed with Halfbrick, the game is jumping from mobile to consoles and PC with a full physical release and local co‑play aimed squarely at families who still like passing a controller around.

• Release date: May 28, 2026 – physical and digital pre‑orders are live now
• Platforms include Switch, Switch 2, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam & Epic)
• Creator‑written story, original voice cast, hand‑drawn levels, local co‑play
• Pricing: $39.99 on most platforms, $49.99 on Switch 2 (full cartridge)

Breaking down the announcement

PM Studios and Radical Forge, with developer Halfbrick and Ludo Studio/BBC Studios partnerships, confirmed on Feb. 19 that Bluey’s Quest for The Gold Pen will arrive on consoles and PC on May 28, 2026. The title launched earlier on mobile – iOS/Mac in December 2025 and Android in January 2026 — and now spreads to living rooms with both digital and boxed editions. Retailers such as Amazon, Walmart, Target, GameStop and Video Games Plus are already taking physical pre‑orders.

Multiple outlets (Gematsu, Push Square) flag concrete details: nine imaginative, hand‑drawn levels inspired by episodes like “Dragon” and “Escape,” a soundtrack produced with Ludo Studio and BBC, and the original voice cast. Push Square describes the gameplay as a short, all‑ages top‑down platformer with collectibles, puzzles and simple mini‑quests — exactly the sort of bite‑sized experience families can finish in an afternoon.

Why this is more than a branded mobile port

The biggest signal that this isn’t just another slap‑on console port is Joe Brumm’s direct involvement. When the show’s creator writes the game, you get the characters and humor that don’t feel watered down. Halfbrick’s involvement matters too — the studio behind Fruit Ninja and Jetpack Joyride knows how to translate simple, addictive systems across platforms. Combine that with a physical release and original audio, and you’ve got something built for the family shelf, not just the App Store.

What parents and buyers should know

• Age pitch and design: Marketed toward ages 7+, but clearly aimed at shared play between kids and parents. Expect low‑stress puzzles, platforming with assists, and lots of charm rather than mechanical depth.
• Local co‑play: The console release emphasizes passing the controller and co‑play, which is the right move for family sessions — not every kid needs to be handed a thumbstick solo.
• Price and platform quirks: Standard versions are $39.99 on PC, Switch, PS5 and Xbox; Switch 2 is $49.99 and comes as a full cartridge rather than a game key card. That higher price on new hardware stings a bit, but cartridges for a new handheld likely explain the markup.
• Collectibility: The physical edition is the real win here — a shelfable family game still matters to parents who want to avoid subscription traps or in‑app purchases.

Where this sits in the bigger picture

Licensed kids’ games rarely get the creator’s touch. Bluey bucking that trend is notable: it follows a broader push to treat family titles with the same care as mainstream releases. It’s also smart timing — with summer on the horizon, a short, co‑op friendly adventure is an easy sell for households that want something everyone can enjoy without a big time commitment.

One caveat

“Short” is not a criticism here — it’s a design choice. Reports point to a compact experience (nine levels, mini‑quests). If you’re hunting for longform platforming or a deep Metroidvania, look elsewhere. If you want a warm, well‑crafted Bluey adventure that kids will actually play with their parents, this checks the boxes.

TL;DR

Bluey’s Quest for The Gold Pen arrives May 28, 2026 on consoles and PC with Joe Brumm’s story, original voice work, hand‑drawn levels and local co‑op — and it’s getting a proper physical release. It won’t replace a major platformer, but for families who want a polished, shareable Bluey experience (and a box to put on the shelf), this is exactly the kind of licensed game worth buying.