On the heels of the announcement that the Bluey movie will be released in 2027, there was news of the first-ever motion-controlled Bluey game. The new game will be arriving in October. The game will debut on Nex Playground.
“Through Nex Playground, we’re bringing the beloved world of Bluey off the screen and into the living room, transforming favorite moments from the show into active, shared experience,” said David Lee, co-founder and CEO of Nex, “From jumping and dancing to bouncing and playing a game of squash, families can immerse themselves in cooperative and competitive mini-games inspired by iconic episodes like ‘Musical Statues,’ ‘Keepy Uppy,’ and ‘Asparagus’–all designed to spark movement, imagination, and togetherness.”
When families play this game, they will be jumping, dancing, and laughing alongside the Heelers through mini-games that are inspired by some fan-favorite episodes. This includes Keely Uppy, Music Statues, and Asparagus. The game is build for kids ages 4 or older and is designed for co-play with siblings, parents, or even grandparents. This is a way to step into the world of of Bluey and have a blast as they experience the show’s blend of creativity, humor, and family connection together.
“We believe that play and by extension, gaming, has the power to bring families closer together, so partnering with Nex was a natural fit,” said Marina Mello, Global Director of Gaming & Interactive at BBC Studios. “Nex’s unique technology allows fans of all ages to quite literally ‘jump’ into the fun together. The mini-games are not only inspired by fan-favourite episodes, they are purpose-built for shared play and unforgettable moments.”
Nex Playground is a controller-free play system. Designed for families with young kids, it has a library of 40+ titles that continues to grow. These include fitness, adventure, puzzle solving, and other games that come from some well-known licensees like Sesame Street, Gabby’s Dollhouse, Peppa Pig, and more. Nex Playground launched in 2024. Since then, it has sold over 250,000 units and quickly has become a standout option for safe, family-friendly gaming. The system does not use controllers. It also doesn’t have internet, ads, or in-game pictures. On top of that, it has a kidSAFE+ COPPA certification. This is a system that is build for joyful, healthy, and shared play.
The new Bluey game will debut on Nex Playground exclusively in October with a Play Pass. This is the subscription that unlocked the full Nex Playground experience. More details (including the official title) will be released closer to the arrival of this game.
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