Jelly Bubble Launch Day — August 4, 2026
Jelly Bubble is live on Steam with intro pricing and the Creator Challenge teaser.
After months of playtests and community feedback, Jelly Bubble officially launched on Steam August 4, 2026. BINGOBELL’s party brawler exits the playtest branch with full Soap Battle team modes, Create Mode publishing, Steam achievements, and cosmetic skin packs. This page recaps launch-day store details, intro offers, and what changed since the final playtest build — with links to Game Modes, Review, and the upcoming Creator Challenge.
Launch pricing and reception
Steam user reviews: Very Positive (132 reviews, 100% positive) at launch week.
| Edition | Launch price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Base game | $6.99 (30% off) | Intro offer through August 11, 2026; list $9.99 |
| Deluxe Edition | ~$17.61 bundled | Includes Base + Basic Skin Pack + Green Glory Pack |
| Skin packs | Individually discounted | Also on sale during intro window |
The $6.99 price point positions Jelly Bubble as an impulse party pick against larger AAA titles. Our Review breaks down value for groups who play weekly versus occasional hosts.
What shipped at 1.0
Core multiplayer — Up to six online or two to four local players with shared/split-screen support and Remote Play Together.
Soap systems — 20+ soap types spanning blast, swap, steal, and defensive roles ranked on the Soap Tier List.
Soap Battle teams — Red vs blue with 30 HP leaders, soap as ammo and health, and bombardment cannons at 500 team points. Full rules on the Soap Battle guide.
Create Mode — Map editor with publish and play; powers Building Maniac unlocks.
Bubble Soccer & Stay Away — DEVBLOG #5 modes shipping at 1.0: party football with multiple ball types and a Poop King boss raid with soap projectiles. See Bubble Soccer and Stay Away.
Steam features — 10 achievements, Steam Cloud, partial controller support, Remote Play Together, Remote Play on TV, family sharing compatibility.
Languages — English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean interfaces and subtitles.
Playtest → launch changes
Players returning from the Jelly Bubble Playtest branch should notice:
- Soap Battle cannon threshold standardized at 500 team points (playtest builds varied by map)
- Leader HP locked to 30 with clearer UI telegraphs when leaders drop below 10 HP
- Create Mode publish flow now requires validation passes before public listing
- Matchmaking tags for Soap Battle and score rush separated in quick play
- Cosmetic wardrobe expanded with mix-and-match slots documented on Customization
Exact damage numbers may still receive hotfixes — watch this Updates hub for balance notes.
Day-one reception
Steam opened Very Positive with 132 user reviews at 100% positive. Written feedback highlights local chaos, map editor replay value, and approachable color mechanics. Constructive notes mention off-peak matchmaking and tutorial gaps for advanced Soap Battle roles — wiki guides cover those starting with Getting Started.
Intro offer timeline
The 30% launch discount ends August 11, 2026. Deluxe bundles receive stacked percentages during the same window. No announced price change beyond returning base to $9.99 after intro.
Creator Challenge teaser
Launch posts announced the Creator Challenge running August 5–26, 2026 — share clips and custom maps for cash reward tiers. Submission details live on the event page; Discord linked from Wiki Links handles entry links.
Post-launch checklist for new buyers
- Run GAMEBASICS tutorial — unlocks Tutorial Complete
- Verify PC specs on System Requirements
- Queue one local or online full round — Start the Party
- Skim Soap Reference before ranked Soap Battle
- Join Discord for LFG during low-population hours
Steam store feature summary
Launch builds include Steam Cloud saves, Remote Play Together for couch-style sessions over the internet, partial controller support, and family sharing where Steam policy allows. Achievements and trading cards follow standard Steam rules — no exclusive launch-day card codes were required to unlock trading functionality.
Related pages
- Creator Challenge — launch-week event
- Updates hub — future patches
- Review — should you buy at intro price
- Codes — promo monitoring (none active day one)
- Wiki Links — Steam Community Hub and Discord
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions.
When did Jelly Bubble release?
Jelly Bubble launched on Steam on August 4, 2026, with an introductory $6.99 price through August 11, 2026.
What is the Jelly Bubble launch discount?
The base game is 30% off at $6.99 instead of $9.99 during the intro offer ending August 11, 2026.
What changed from the playtest to launch?
Notable updates include standardized 500-point Soap Battle cannons, 30 HP leaders, improved Create Mode publishing, and separated matchmaking queues.
Are there launch-day promo codes?
No active Steam promo codes were announced at launch. Monitor the Codes page for future drops.
Where can I watch the launch trailer?
The launch trailer is embedded on this page via YouTube ID qBMjkj_H8x0 and on the Steam store listing.