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Is Bluey: The Videogame good for autistic kids?

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For most young kids, yes. Bluey: The Videogame is one of the gentlest games we’ve rated: it’s listed with no flashes and no jump scares, your child can’t fail and lose progress, and it saves at any time. Two things to know are that it’s short, and that in co-op the camera follows player 1, so other players get moved around. Full scores are on our Bluey game page.

What our rating says (solo play)

• Flashing: 0 out of 3. The Family Gaming Database lists no flashes.
• Timers: 1 out of 3. A few mini-games have timed jumps and a time limit, but they’re optional and don’t block progress.
• Losing: 0 out of 3. Your child can’t fail and lose progress.
• Difficulty: 0 out of 3. “Not a difficult game” (Family Gaming Database). Common Sense Media says it’s easy for even the youngest to learn.
• Scary: 0 out of 3. No jump scares, and Common Sense Media lists violence and scariness as “not present.” One thing we’re still checking: Common Sense Media’s summary of parent reviews says some children were frightened, and we couldn’t find what scared them.
• Screen motion: 0 out of 3. No screen shake, and listed as motion-sickness friendly.
• Strangers: 0 out of 3. Local play only, for 1 to 4 players. No online play.
• Stopping: 0 out of 3. It saves at any time.
• Reading: 0 out of 3. Minimal reading, and all dialogue is voiced by the show’s cast.
• Sounds: unknown. We haven’t found a source on sudden loud sounds yet.

Playing together (local co-op)

There’s no split screen. The camera follows player 1, and other players are teleported to keep up, which makes some puzzles and jumps harder (Big Boss Battle). A child who likes to be in control may enjoy it more as player 1, with you following.

Settings and tips

• Turn on subtitles before starting a level if your child likes them. They have to be switched on before the level starts.
• Let your child be player 1.
• On PC, you’ll need a controller.
• It’s short: Big Boss Battle’s kids finished it in under an hour. The four mini-games (keepy-uppy, floor is lava, magic xylophone and Chattermax chase) can be replayed.

What to play next

• Animal Crossing: New Horizons (Switch): calm island life with no losing. There’s more reading, so read along.
• Super Mario Bros. Wonder (Switch): no level time limits, and Yoshi or Nabbit don’t take damage from enemies.
• Sackboy: A Big Adventure (PlayStation, PC): turn on Infinite Lives, and there’s no game over.
• A Short Hike: a gentle exploring game for a slightly older child. Hints come from reading.

FAQ

Is Bluey: The Videogame OK for a 4-year-old?

It’s rated E, and Common Sense Media says it’s easy for even the youngest to learn. All dialogue is voiced, so reading isn’t needed. Playing the first session together is a good idea.

Does the Bluey game have flashing lights?

The Family Gaming Database lists no flashes for this game.

Can you lose in the Bluey game?

No. Your child can’t fail and lose progress.

How long is Bluey: The Videogame?

Short. Big Boss Battle’s kids finished it in under an hour.

What consoles is it on?

Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox and PC.

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