Atari and Fabraz Studios have released the free Black Hole update for the platformer Bubsy 4D. It adds 15 new levels, five unlockable skins, four achievements, leaderboards, and a special reward for 100% completion. The update is now available on all platforms.
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Key Features of the Free Black Hole Patch
The Black Hole campaign offers 15 brand-new levels scattered across various planets. Each stage is filled with new dangers, enemies, and challenges, significantly increasing the difficulty compared to the base game. The developers promise several hours of additional content—all completely free for all Bubsy 4D owners.
In addition to the levels, the update adds:
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5 new skins unlocked by collecting a special resource—Void Fleece;
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4 new achievements/trophies—one for completing all levels on each of the three planets and one final trophy for completing the Black Hole campaign;
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15 new time-based medals and global leaderboards where you can compete with players from all over the world;
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new dialogue options for your character team;
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a special reward for 100% game completion.
How to unlock Black Hole campaign levels?
The exact conditions for accessing new levels are not disclosed in official materials. Judging by the update’s structure, the Black Hole campaign likely becomes available after fulfilling certain conditions in the main game—for example, completing the story or achieving a certain level of progress. If you already have Bubsy 4D installed, the update will download automatically; the new levels should appear in the menu after installation.
Obtaining skins and collecting Void Fleece
Five new skins are unlocked by collecting Void Fleece, a resource that is apparently scattered throughout the Black Hole campaign levels. The specific mechanics for collecting the resource are not detailed in the available sources, but judging by the description, players will need to search for this resource on each planet to unlock all the suits. If you want to collect all the skins, it’s worth carefully exploring each new level—Void Fleece is likely hidden in hard-to-reach places.
Global Leaderboards and Time Medals
Time medals have been added for each of the 15 new levels. Your records are automatically uploaded to the global leaderboards, where you can compare your results with other players. This is a great opportunity for those who enjoy speedrunning and the competitive aspect of platformers.
Full patch notes and bug fixes
The developers didn’t stop at new content. The Black Hole update includes a wide range of fixes and quality-of-life improvements:
Physics and Player Camera Improvements
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Camera adjustments for improved collision handling.
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Grounding visualizer no longer randomly disappears when the Furball bounces.
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Fixed a rare case where Bubsy would remain compressed or stretched.
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Reduced the chance of falling through the ground when entering Furball form.
Stability of Level Mechanics
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Glass Tube Cannon shots have become more stable on various hardware.
Boss Fight Lock Fixes
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Dying to Baarbi immediately after defeating her no longer causes a soft lock.
UI Fixes and Setting Saving
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Fixed an issue where abilities were not remembered as on or off when quickly switching categories in the shop.
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The race timer no longer appears after completing the game before the title screen appears.
Menu and Keybind Optimizations
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Retrying via a keybind no longer takes longer than retrying via the pause menu.
Supported Platforms and Version Status
The exact version number for the Black Hole update is not officially listed. The previous major update for Bubsy 4D was Ver. 1.1.1 and was released on June 11, 2026. Black Hole is the next free DLC, and its version will likely be higher. The update is available on all platforms where Bubsy 4D was released:
Bubsy 4D Collector’s Edition on Switch
In addition to the digital update, Atari is offering a physical Collector’s Edition of Bubsy 4D for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. It is available for order on the official website, Atari.com, and includes, among other things, a double-sided poster.
Official Black Hole DLC Trailer
The official trailer for the Black Hole update is now available for viewing.
Summary and Playthrough Recommendations
The Black Hole update is the largest free expansion for Bubsy 4D since its release. Fifteen new levels, fresh skins, achievements, and leaderboards significantly expand the already rich platformer. If you’ve already completed the base game, now’s the time to return and earn all the medals. If you’re just starting out, keep in mind that the Black Hole campaign likely won’t unlock right away, so take your time and enjoy the experience.
