Flix The Flea

Platformer· Action· Arcade· Precision Platformer

Released Jun 2015

Inspired by the legendary ZX Spectrum classic Bugaboo (La Pulga), Flix the Flea is a precision arcade platformer where every jump counts. Master momentum, bounce through deadly caverns, and conquer ten challenging levels in this deceptively simple but brutally addictive skill game.

38% positive · 209 reviews

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Evaluation

Flix the Flea is a compact, self-contained arcade platformer that launched on June 1, 2015. The store description presents it as a finished product with a fixed feature set: 10 levels, precision jumping mechanics, and a pick-up-and-play arcade design inspired by the 1983 ZX Spectrum classic Bugaboo (La Pulga). There is no mention of post-launch content, DLC, updates, or any plans for future additions. No news posts, DLC listings, roadmaps, or developer communications indicate any content was planned or shipped after release. The game launched as a complete, standalone experience and has remained that way.

Evidence

Store page presents a fixed feature set — 10 levels, specific mechanics — with no mention of DLC, updates, or planned additions, consistent with a complete shipped product.

description · Jun 1, 2015 source content shipped

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Short description describes ten challenging levels as the complete game with no reference to future content.

store metadata · Jun 1, 2015 source content shipped

medium

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Details

Developer

Psychotic Psoftware

Publisher

Psychotic Psoftware

Achievements

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Platform

Windows

Controller

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Steam Deck

Not rated

Players

Single-player

Action Platformer Arcade Precision Platformer Puzzle Platformer Side Scroller 2D Indie Retro Controller Linear Score Attack Fast-Paced Difficult Old School

About this game

Inspired by the legendary 1983 ZX Spectrum classic Bugaboo (La Pulga), Flix the Flea is a modern reimagining of one of gaming’s earliest precision jumping challenges.

Created with the blessing of Bugaboo’s original creator, Flix the Flea keeps the spirit of the classic alive while bringing smooth scrolling, modern presentation and new levels to the experience.

Simple to learn but tricky to master, Flix’s unique jump mechanics challenge players to carefully control momentum to escape dangerous caverns filled with hazards. Every jump matters — and a single mistake can send you tumbling back down.

With its pick-up-and-play design and arcade-style challenge, Flix the Flea captures the feel of classic skill-based games where practice, patience and precision are the keys to success.

Features

• Inspired by the ZX Spectrum classic Bugaboo (La Pulga)
• Precision jumping gameplay built around momentum mechanics
• 10 challenging levels to master
• Smooth scrolling and modern presentation
• Fast pick-up-and-play arcade gameplay
• Designed for quick runs and repeated attempts

Last evaluated Jun 27, 2026