Bubble Bee is a charming arcade-style game where players control a friendly bee navigating through a field of flowers (and bubbles). In the spirit of open development, I will be sharing playtest results and my planned “next actions.” My goal is to foster a public conversation with developers and players about effective playtesting and how we can collectively improve our games.

About the Game

In Bubble Bee, players control a bumble bee on a mission to pollinate flowers. The game features:

  • Intuitive Controls - Easy to learn, fun to master
  • Colorful Graphics - Bright, cheerful visual design
  • Engaging Gameplay - Arcade-style mechanics that keep players coming back
  • Accessible Design - Suitable for players of all ages

Play Now

You can play the pilot level of Bubble Bee directly in your browser on itch.io.

Development Details

Technical Implementation

  • Platform: Web-based game
  • Distribution: Published on itch.io for browser play
  • Focus: Accessible, family-friendly gameplay

Design Goals

  • Create an enjoyable gaming experience
  • Focus on simple controls but some challenge from the environment
  • Develop appealing visual aesthetics
  • Ensure broad accessibility across age groups (Mario-like design where more challenging objectives are optional but the essentials are not as challenging)

What I Learned So Far

This project allowed me to explore:

  • Game mechanics design and balancing
  • Visual design and art direction for casual games
  • User experience in arcade-style gaming
  • Web-based game deployment and distribution
  • Publishing and community engagement on itch.io

Future Enhancements

Potential improvements for future versions:

  • Additional levels and challenges
  • Power-ups and special abilities
  • Enhanced visual effects
  • Sound effects and background music
  • Mobile-optimized controls

Interested in collaborating on game projects? Get in touch! or DM me on Discord