Bluey’s Quest for the Gold Pen: Video game released on App Store, Google Play release coming January 10
Australia’s most popular animated Blue Heeler Bluey is off on a new adventure, with a video game launched exclusively on Thursday for one platform, but parents will need to be prepared to pay up if they want the full experience.
Bluey’s Quest for the Gold Pen, developed by Brisbane company Halfbrick Studios, is now live on the App Store for Apple users exclusively, with Android users forced to wait until 2026 to get their hands on the highly anticipated game.
“Join Bluey in a new adventure game with a story by the show’s creator,” the App Store description reads.
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The game promises “fun for everyone” and comes with an age rating of 4+.
Developer Halfbrick are behind other viral and popular games including: Dan the Man, Fruit Ninja, Fruit Ninja 2, Brickle and Age of Zombies.
How much does Bluey’s Quest for the Gold Pen cost?
Parents and anyone else who wants to play the new Bluey video game will need to cough up $17.99 if they want the full game of Bluey’s Quest for the Gold Pen.
The game offers a “free experience” version, which tells players to “try before you buy”.
Players who choose to spend $17.99 on the full game will “unlock the whole game with one payment and no ads”, the developers say.
What is Bluey’s Quest for the Gold Pen about?
According to the Bluey Website, the game, which includes “nine adventure-filled levels”, takes place in a drawing by the star character.
“Bluey is drawing her world when Dad suddenly pinches the Gold Pen she needs to complete her story,” the website says.
“Transported into Bluey’s drawing, Mum designs the magical lands, Dad rocks up on his cool bike as self-declared King Goldie Horns, and Bingo transforms into her honk-happy alter ego — Bingoose!
“Away they go on an exciting quest to retrieve the Gold Pen – and have heaps of fun along the way.”
When the game was announced, lovers of Bluey were quick to celebrate.
“Take my money!” one fan commented.
“So exciting. Can’t wait,” wrote another.
Many fans begged for more episodes of the hit Australian-created TV show. However, those calls will likely be met with disappointment, as no new episodes are expected until after the 2027 Bluey movie release.
When will Bluey’s Quest for the Gold Pen be released on Google Play?
Android users will need to wait a month until Bluey’s Quest for the Gold Pen is released on the Google Play store, with the release date slated for January 10, 2026.
Halfbrick Studios is partnering with PM Studios to bring the game to more platforms in 2026.
“Halfbrick, in partnership with PM Studios, will also be bringing the game to PC, Nintendo Switch™, Nintendo Switch™ 2, PlayStation®5, and Xbox Series X|S later in 2026,” the Bluey website says.
