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Watch trailer on Steam ↗Buddy Bug
Wildfire Game · Published by Flawless Gaming
Last updated 2 Oct 2026
In a microscopic insect world tucked away in a corner of the city, gather your friends, fight bravely, and use all sorts of innovative gadgets to carve out your own territory. In this cooperative, rogue-lite game, you will embark on an exciting and exhilarating journey.
Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG · More free games
Join forces to conquer territories in Buddy Bug, an action-packed indie RPG from Wildfire Game. Navigate through a microcosmic cityscape filled with challenges and innovative gadgets for two to four players.
About this game
"Buddy Bug" is a creative rogue-lite adventure game where players step into the shoes of tiny insects exploring a miniature world within a bustling city. Experience their struggles for survival and immerse yourself in a vibrant and refreshing journey.
Explore a Microscopic Insect World:
Embark on an extraordinary adventure as a humble little bug in a parallel world that exists alongside the human realm yet feels entirely unique. Face countless challenges and seize unexpected opportunities as you uncover the surprises hidden in every scene. Along the way, you'll meet diverse insect companions and experience a whimsical journey filled with wonder and imagination.
Local & Online Co-op Mode:
Buddy Bug features both local and online 2-player co-op modes, allowing you to fight side-by-side with a friend. Coordinate your moves, combine abilities, and tackle complex missions together. How well you synergize your complementary skills will determine whether you can overcome the toughest obstacles!
Various Combat Gadgets:
The game is filled with ingenious, handcrafted gadgets. Whether it's turning thumbtacks into roadblocks or transforming a lighter into a weapon, you'll creatively utilize resources that insects can find to overcome challenges and complete your adventure.
Diverse Skills and Gadget Combinations:
As you progress through battles and exploration, you'll become familiar with a variety of skills and gadgets. Each skill branch has its own unique traits, offering distinct advantages. In two-player co-op mode, clever combinations of abilities can help you overcome even stronger enemies and conquer more complex environments.
The game is currently in its DEMO phase. As development progresses towards completion, player feedback will help shape upcoming major updates—bringing new features, weapons, items, zones, and much more. Step into the world of Buddy Bug, team up with your companions, and forge your own legendary story!
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS *: Windows 7/8/10 x64
- Processor: Intel i3+
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 750
- DirectX: Version 10
- Storage: 8 GB available space
- Sound Card: 100% DirectX 9.0c compatible sound card
Recommended
- OS *: Windows 7/8/10 x64
- Processor: Intel i5+
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 950
- DirectX: Version 10
- Storage: 8 GB available space
- Sound Card: 100% DirectX 9.0c compatible sound card
Supported Languages
Latest news
Community & EventsOfficial
Demo Korean Support! Buddy Bug Joins BIC (Busan Indie Connect Festival)!
Hello everyone!Thanks to the eager anticipation of our community, the Buddy Bug Demo now officially supports Korean! We hope this allows even more players in Korea to jump in and experience our creative insect adventure.At the same time, we are extremely honored to announce that Buddy Bug is officially participating in South Korea's BIC (Busan Indie Connect Festival)! As one of the most influential global indie game events in Korea, BIC gathers outstanding indie titles from all around the world.Whether you visit our booth in person in Busan or tune in to the festival online, you can download and play the latest Demo anytime right here on Steam!The game is still in its Demo phase, and we’ll be adding plenty of new content in future updates. We’d love to hear your valuable feedback to help us make Buddy Bug even more fun!If you enjoy the game, please add it to your Wishlist and share it with your friends!Thank you all for your support—both our long-time fans and new friends!Read full article on Community Announcements (Porridge)Community & EventsOfficial
Buddy Bug Selected for Eastern Game Fest 2026!
We are thrilled to announce that Buddy Bug, our 2D side-scrolling action roguelike featuring local & online co-op, has been officially selected for Eastern Game Fest 2026! We invite all players to embark on this "micro-adventure" through the vibrant, bustling streets of the East and discover a brand-new side of Eastern culture.Redefining "Eastern" Through a Micro-LensWe are Wildfire Game, the team behind the Eastern Exorcist series. Having spent years deeply rooted in hardcore Eastern-themed games, many players might wonder: why the sudden shift to a cartoon art style?The answer is simple: we wanted to break the stereotype that "Eastern culture" must always be synonymous with ancient scrolls and traditional aesthetics. We believe Eastern culture is multifaceted—it’s found in the elegance of ink-wash paintings, but it’s also alive in the vibrant energy of the marketplace. It lives in thousand-year-old texts, and it lives in the pure, simple joys of childhood memories.This was our vision for Buddy Bug: to step outside the traditional framework and use a "bug’s eye view" to capture the daily romance of Chinese life. Through this miniature adventure, we hope global players can feel the warmth and soul of our culture.A World of Nostalgia and DetailIn Buddy Bug, you’ll explore environments overflowing with authentic Eastern charm:The Supermarket: Shelves transformed into miniature city streets, stocked with familiar Chinese snacks and meticulously recreated to capture the "hustle and bustle" of a local shop.The Townscapes: Every alleyway and storefront is crafted with the unique texture of an Eastern town, hiding the most cherished memories of Chinese daily life within every level.Join the Adventure!If these nostalgic scenes attract you, please consider adding Buddy Bug to your Wishlist! A free Demo is currently available—download it now to immerse yourself in this beautifully reconstructed world of Eastern memories. Don't miss out! Also, as part of the festivity, we’re a...Read full article on Community Announcements (Porridge)Patch NotesOfficial
February 28 Next Fest Demo Update - v0.3.1
Fixed incorrect popup info for the Purple Orb item in the shop.Fixed purple texture artifacts remaining on-screen after increasing NPC Affection.Fixed wrong texture/image for Saber-Tooth Looter in the Collection.Fixed Food Defense timer UI blocking online status display during multiplayer.Fixed missing sound effect when obtaining items from Reward Balls.Fixed mismatched content in weapon demonstration videos for Reward Balls.Fixed Self-Destruct Creatures not exploding when in near-death state after being summoned.Optimized interaction logic for Taunt Doll mechanism; horizontal charge interaction is now supported.Optimized network sync for the cart-pushing level.Added frame rate lock function in Settings; fixed double-jump trigger issues on high-frame-rate devices.Read full article on Community Announcements (Porridge)Community & EventsOfficial
Buddy Bug Hits February Steam Next Fest!
Hello Bug Adventurers!Long time no see! Can you believe it? The Buddy Bug Demo has been live for three whole months! Over this time, we’ve received so much encouragement and thoughtful feedback from all of you. We’ve carefully read every single message, and we’re truly grateful for your continued support. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!For those who are new here, a quick introduction: we’re Wildfire Studio from Wuxi, the team behind Eastern Exorcist. Our new project, Buddy Bug, is a side-scrolling action roguelite supporting two-player co-op. In this adventure, you’ll play as an adorable yet heroic little beetle, turning everyday objects like lighters and tennis balls into powerful weapons, and rampaging through a vibrant insect world!Our dream is to create a game with Eastern charm that families can enjoy together and players around the world can love. To make that dream come true, we need your feedback more than ever. So please keep playing, keep sharing your thoughts, and don’t hesitate to tell us what you think!Alright, enough small talk! Let’s jump into the big news! Today we’re bringing you a massive February update, along with a preview of what’s coming next. Let’s dive in!（We also have a video version of our patch notes. Feel free to check it out if you’d like.）Important Notice for Returning PlayersOld save files from previous versions will no longer be compatible after this update. Please make sure to:1. Go to the in-game save management screen.2. Delete your old save file.3. Start a brand-new empty save.If you don’t, you may not be able to enter the game properly! （We're sorry for the inconvenience. :( ）Future Update PreviewElement System ReworkWe’re planning a major overhaul of the Element System!Previously, some elements lacked long-term growth and didn’t feel satisfying enough in extended runs. In future updates, we’ll introduce scaling mechanics so elements can grow stronger alongside the player.Take the Electric element for example: We’ll kee...Read full article on Community Announcements (Porridge)Patch NotesOfficial
Buddy Bug Major Update - Online Co-op Now Available!
I. Major Update: Online Co-op is Here!The long-awaited online co-op mode for Buddy Bug has finished testing and is now officially live! You can now play together with friends who are far away!Thank you all for your patience and support. Your anticipation has been our greatest motivation, helping our little beetle Buddy take this new step! We hope you have a great time playing in remote two-player mode. If you have any feedback or suggestions, please feel free to share them with us.Now, let's walk through how to use the new online co-op feature!Attention: if you have joined our online co-op testing before, don't forget to quit the "testfornetwork" branch and return to "None"!0. (Important) Save File SelectionA reminder to players eager to jump into online co-op: on the save file screen, you still need to select "Single" first, then follow the steps below to use the online feature. The "Co-Op" option here is still for local co-op mode, so please be careful!Note for new players: The tutorial must be completed solo. Both players need to finish the tutorial individually before they can return to the home base and use the online co-op feature!1. How to Start Online Co-op In-Game1.1 Co-op EntryAfter returning to your home base, keep walking right to enter the elevator and go up to the Training Room.Interact with the co-op device in the Training Room and select "Online Co-op Mode".1.2 Entering the Co-op LobbyMethod 1: Manually select a game room from the list to join.Method 2: Enter a specific room by inputting an Invitation Code.1.3 Private RoomsEntering a private room requires the correct Invitation Code.1.4 Creating a RoomPress K to open the creation interface. Select the room type (Public or Private) and press confirm to create. The successfully created room will appear in the corresponding room list based on its type.1.5 Inviting FriendsAfter creating a room, return to the Training Room as the Host and wait for players to join. During this time, you can invite friends ...Read full article on Community Announcements (Porridge)
