Bugaboo Pocket

Bugaboo Pocket

Released Apr 2025

A relaxing, semi-idle 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.

87% positive · 341 reviews
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Steam $19.99
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Evaluation

Bugaboo Pocket launched on April 2, 2025. At launch, the developer stated that while they consider the game complete as-is, they would love to add more bugs if there is enough interest. That interest clearly materialized — the game has received three major free content updates since launch, each adding new bugs and additional content: - August 11, 2025: A new bug was added to the public beta branch and subsequently the full game. - October 10, 2025: Another new bug was added to the game, and the developer noted they were already working on the next one. - January 5, 2026: A new bug and unique color variants for all common bugs were added. This establishes a consistent pattern of roughly 2–3 months between major content additions. The most recent major update shipped on January 5, 2026. As of June 21, 2026, approximately 5.5 months have passed since that last major update, which is slightly beyond the established pattern — however, the developer has not communicated that development is concluding. Given the small two-person team and their history of occasional gaps (they noted a long pause in June 2025 due to a move and family matters), this alone doesn't indicate the project is winding down. The only DLC listed is a soundtrack (released April 30, 2025), with no unreleased DLC on the store.
Evidence
A new bug and unique color variants for all common bugs were added in a free update.
news post · Jan 5, 2026 source content shipped
high
Another new bug added; developer confirmed they are already working on yet another bug and are 'pretty far into development.'
news post · Oct 10, 2025 source content shipped
high

Content

1 of 1 released · no outstanding content

Media

Details

Developer
Publisher
Elytra Games
Achievements
11
Platform
Windows, macOS
Controller
—
Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player

About this game

A relaxing, semi-idle 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!

See bugs in a whole new light! Great for people who don't love bugs (yet) and validating for people who already do. Every pet is inspired by a real world critter. Learn about their lifecycles, habitats and food sources.

Play as a research scientist helping a forest recover after a devastating fire. Discover her story through cutscenes, diary entries, and items. Complete your bug compendium to unlock secrets and prizes!

Bugs only die of old age, so it is perfect for players looking for a cozy experience.

Features

  • Classic digital pet gameplay with modern depth and strategy

  • Compelling storyline

  • 9 different bug species each with 3 distinct lifecycle stages and 3 adult color variants

  • 3 minigames per bug

  • 50+ real life bug facts

  • 10+ different personality traits

  • 20+ tarot cards that modify gameplay and your bug's personality

  • Gorgeous, handcrafted art

  • Mouse-controlled input

Last evaluated Jun 21, 2026
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