Bubsy 4D Interview with Fabraz

Gamertag Radio25mMay 10, 2026

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The creators of Fabraz, Ben and Fabian, reveal their ambitious revival of the cult classic Bubsy franchise with *Bubsy 4D*, set for release on May 22nd across all major platforms. Far from a nostalgic cash grab, the team reimagines Bubsy as a washed-up, aging B-list actor still clinging to the dream of stardom—a fresh, heartfelt take that honors the series' legacy while making it accessible to new players. Drawing from deep research into the original games, fan communities, and even forgotten pilot material, they’ve rebuilt the character with expressive platforming mechanics, multiple difficulty modes, and playful meta humor, including a self-aware tank control mode where Bubsy begs players to turn it off. The game’s demo has already earned a 92% positive rating on Steam, and the team is confident it will become a speedrunning favorite, complete with leaderboards, ghost runs, and quirky modes like 'Nine Lives.' For longtime fans, it’s a long-overdue redemption arc; for newcomers, it’s a challenging, stylish 3D platformer with a sharp sense of humor and a surprising depth of content.

Key Takeaways
1

Reimagine Bubsy as a relatable, aging B-list actor with a spark of hope to honor his legacy while appealing to modern audiences.

2

Implement expressive platforming with over 10 ways to cross gaps, emphasizing player creativity and skill expression.

3

Include accessible gameplay options like slow-motion, invincibility, and visual aids to ensure inclusivity without sacrificing challenge.

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Add meta humor and playful nods to Bubsy 3D’s infamous tank controls, with Bubsy himself begging players to turn them off.

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Design the game for speedrunners with built-in features like timers, quick resets, leaderboards, and ghost runs.

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Chapters
0:00
2 min

Welcome to Gamertag Radio & the Bubsy 4D Announcement

The hosts kick off the episode with excitement for the new Bubsy 4D interview, setting the stage for a deep dive into the game’s development, legacy, and creative vision.

2:00
3 min

The Legacy of Bubsy & the Team's Connection to the Franchise

Ben and Fabian introduce themselves and their studio, Fabraz, highlighting their history with platformers like Demon Tides and Demon Turf, and share their personal nostalgia for the genre and Bubsy’s iconic status.

5:00
5 min

Reimagining Bubsy: From Meme to Meaningful Character

We basically recontextualize him and age him up a little bit. So he now has aged alongside with his audience, and he's never quite made it, so he's kind of a little bit of a washed-up B-list actor, but he still has that spark in him.

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10:00
5 min

Fan Research & Community Engagement

The team shares how they immersed themselves in fan communities, studied old manuals and pilot episodes, and collaborated with Atari’s superfan producer and a research-obsessed concept artist.

15:00
5 min

Gameplay Innovation & Expressive Platforming

If the answer to that question is like more than 10, then we consider it like an expressive way to move through a game.

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High-Impact Quotes
we basically recontextualize him and age him up a little bit. So he now has aged alongside with his audience, and he's never quite made it, so he's kind of a little bit of a washed -up B -list actor, but he still has that spark
Fabian6:48
Viral: 88.0
Bubsy freaking out and begging you to turn it back off.
Fabian17:43
Viral: 80.0
If the answer to that question is like more than 10, then we consider it like an expressive way to move through a game.
Ben12:52
Viral: 78.0
Speakers

Hosts

RhiBenFabian

Guests

BenFabian
Topics Discussed
bubsy 4d95%3d platformer revival90%expressive platforming85%speedrunning features82%gameplay accessibility80%character reimagining78%fan community engagement75%meta humor in games70%
People & Brands

Bubsy

other

28xPositive

Ben

person

15xNeutral

Fabian

person

14xNeutral

Atari

organization

8xPositive

Bubsy 3D

other

7xNeutral

Fabraz

organization

6xPositive

Bubsy pilot

media

5xPositive

Demon Tides

other

4xPositive

Demon Turf

other

3xPositive

Steam

other

3xPositive

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