Now you can play with Buddy, too.
Today, ModRetro has officially announced a new Chromatic title, Buddy: The Video Game, a survival horror title based on the film that lets players discover the unicorn mascot’s bad side for themselves.
While Buddy, the movie, releases in theaters on August 28, the game is targeted for release in Q4 2026 on the ModRetro Chromatic and is fully compatible with the Game Boy® Color.
The film is set inside the colorful world of It’s Buddy!, where a group of children spend their days singing, dancing, and helping Buddy spread happiness. But when one child refuses to play along, Buddy is not pleased, and cracks begin to appear in this seemingly perfect world.
Director Casper Kelly co-wrote the movie with Jamie King (“Jessica Jones”).
Developed by playinstinct and published by ModRetro, Buddy: The Video Game brings that world to a cartridge, mixing survival horror, visual novel storytelling, and a collection of show-themed mini games.
Like the movie, it is a game that will smile at you right up until the moment it stops smiling.
Game Modes:
- Live the Movie in Story Mode: Immerse yourself in the film’s storyline. Will you try to appease Buddy, or defy him and trigger his deadly wrath?
- See How Long You Last in Survival Mode: No story, no safety net. Run, hide, and scavenge for survival as Buddy hunts you down across locations from the movie.
- Turn the Tables in Buddy Mode: Step into the oversized hoofs of the orange unicorn himself. Hunt down fleeing children and enforce the rules of the show.
- Wholesome Fun in Mini Game Mode: Need a break from running for your life? Take a breath and dive into a collection of cheerful show-themed mini games. Dance, dust, paint, ride, and bat your way to high scores and achievements.
Check out a new teaser and poster for the upcoming game below.
