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

I made this game for the 2025 Global Game Jam and decided I liked the concept of a simple platformer bee game that I would continue working on it.

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 Firefox browser (Chrome testing is next on my list) 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