Tumblebugs

PlayStation · Puzzle

Tumblebugs

Deep cut

SystemPlayStation
GenrePuzzle
DeveloperWildfire Studios
PublisherBig Fish Games
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Developed by Wildfire Studios and published by Big Fish Games, Tumblebugs arrived on the PlayStation as a puzzle game.

Wildfire Studios also made Austin Powers Pinball for the PS1.

Tumblebugs is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want story, exploration or action
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Tumblebugs is like

Puzzle games challenge pattern recognition, planning and quick thinking, from falling-block games to single-screen logic puzzles.

Tip for newcomers: Puzzle games are perfect for short sessions and often have endless or score-attack modes, so they never really end.

Tumblebugs walkthroughs & guides

Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Tumblebugs.

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Playing PS1 games today

PS1 games range from quick arcade racers to 60-hour RPGs. A selection is available through PlayStation Plus Premium, and if you own the discs you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88.

Tumblebugs FAQ

Who made Tumblebugs?

It was developed by Wildfire Studios and published by Big Fish Games.

Is Tumblebugs multiplayer?

No. Tumblebugs is a single-player game.

How long does Tumblebugs take to play?

As a puzzle game, Tumblebugs typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Tumblebugs on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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