Bugaboo Pocket

April 2, 2025 Elytra Games Elytra Games
Simulator Indie
PC Mac Switch
About

Bugaboo Pocket is a virtual pet game starring bugs from land, air and sea!

Play as a research scientist living in a cabin with just your bugs and a penpal for company. Spoil them with pets, minigames, food and furniture.

Raise and release bugs to help Beetleback Ridge recover from a devastating fire.
Storyline

An elevated, story-driven virtual pet game starring bugs from land, air and sea! Spoil them with pets, food and furniture. Earn poop currency through minigames and by cleaning up their oopsies. Discover how even the smallest action impacts your friend. Release bug eggs to regrow their forest home!
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Announcement Trailer
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Release Date April 2, 2025
Developer Elytra Games
Publisher Elytra Games
Game Modes Single player
Perspective Side view
Bugaboo Pocket

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