Tumblebugs (2022)

Step into a vibrant miniature world in Tumblebugs (2022), where "A lawn time ago, in a backyard far, far away...", the brave guardian bug Tumble embarks on a crucial mission. Players must save their colorful backyard buddies from the clutches of the nefarious Black Bug Empire, preventing them from being rolled into an underground lair. This fast-paced, addictive match-three puzzler challenges you to precisely launch colored bugs from Tumble's back, matching three or more to free them, all while racing against the clock across 78 imaginative backyard levels. Enhanced with super-smooth, physics-based gameplay and remastered in HD, it offers a simple yet hard-to-master experience, complemented by powerful special bugs like Rewind and Ballistic Bugs, along with unlockable time trials for endless replayability. This 2022 edition of Tumblebugs stands as a prime example of Atari's expanding publishing vision, blending classic casual gameplay with modern polish. While Atari built its legendary status on groundbreaking arcade and console titles, its curated selection of contemporary gems, like this addictive puzzler, solidifies its position as a purveyor of quality entertainment. Its "best-selling" status and "hours of addictive" gameplay mirror the mass appeal and replayability that defined many of Atari's foundational successes, making it a compelling addition to their best games list for its continued ability to captivate audiences with simple, yet profoundly engaging, interactive fun.