Bradley the Badger game gets revealed as Mario + Rabbids creator’s shocking platformer starring Evan Peters, and critics are losing their minds

Bradley the Badger game gets revealed as Mario + Rabbids creator Davide Soliani‘s wild new platformer starring Evan Peters. The announcement dropped at The Game Awards 2025 and it’s a self-aware, satirical love letter to video games. This colorful 3D platformer is unlike anything fans expected from the legendary designer.

Mario + Rabbids Legend Makes Bold New Move

Davide Soliani, the visionary behind the beloved Mario + Rabbids franchise, left Ubisoft after 25 years to forge his own path. He founded Day 4 Night studio alongside Christian Cantamessa, the legendary lead designer and writer of Red Dead Redemption. After months of silence, they unveiled their debut project.

Bradley the Badger represents something entirely fresh from this powerhouse creative duo. Instead of tactical strategy games, Soliani is pivoting to a colorful 3D platformer that parodies the gaming industry itself. The team describes it as a love letter to games, blending multiple genres into one chaotic, hilarious experience.

Evan Peters Brings Star Power to Gaming

The game stars Evan Peters, the Marvel actor known for X-Men films and his recent role in Tron: Ares. Peters voices Bradley, a mascot character pulled through absurd video game worlds. His casting signals an ambitious approach to voice acting in gaming that attracts A-list talent.

The Game Awards trailer showcased Peters delivering comedic lines as Bradley navigates parody versions of iconic gaming tropes. The platformer features self-aware humor that spoofs everything from Bloodborne to classic mascot platformers. Peters’ deadpan delivery perfectly captures the game’s satirical tone.

Game Detail	Information
Developer	Day 4 Night Studio
Lead Creative	Davide Soliani & Christian Cantamessa
Voice Acting	Evan Peters
Platform	PC (Steam) – additional platforms TBA
Genre	3D Platformer/Action-Adventure
Release Date	Not yet announced

A Satirical Parody of the Gaming Industry

Bradley the Badger doesn’t take itself seriously, which is exactly the point. The game spoofs Bloodborne, classic mascot platformers, and industry clichés throughout its colorful worlds. Bradley encounters absurd scenarios that poke fun at everything gamers recognize.

The studio positions the game as a genre-bending experience that blends multiple gaming styles into one chaotic adventure. Instead of a focused single-genre experience, Bradley jumps between different gameplay styles and parodies them. This creative flexibility shows how far Soliani wants to push himself away from tactical strategy games.

What’s Next for Day 4 Night and Evan Peters?

Day 4 Night is currently seeking publishers to bring Bradley to platforms beyond PC. This suggests console versions on PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch are being negotiated. The studio’s ambitions clearly extend beyond a PC-exclusive launch.

For Evan Peters, this marks his entry into major video game voice acting. After voicing a character in Disney’s Wish, this is his most prominent gaming role. His involvement suggests more A-list actors may follow his lead into interactive entertainment.

Why Should Gaming Fans Care About Bradley Right Now?

Davide Soliani’s departure from Ubisoft created uncertainty about his future projects, but Bradley the Badger answers those questions decisively. This is original IP from a franchise legend who proved he could succeed outside corporate structures. The game represents creative freedom and satirical ambition in an industry often afraid of self-parody.

The announcement proves that legendary game creators can launch bold new projects. Soliani’s willingness to pivot genres, pair with Red Dead Redemption’s Christian Cantamessa, and embrace genre-bending gameplay shows confidence in his vision. Whether the execution matches the ambition remains to be seen, but early reactions praise this love letter approach to gaming satire.

“This is a love letter to games” — Day 4 Night on Bradley the Badger’s creative direction

— Day 4 Night Studio, Developer Statement

Sources

• Polygon – Coverage of Bradley the Badger Game Awards reveal and trailer analysis
• IGN – Mario + Rabbids creator announcement and game details
• Eurogamer – Gaming industry parody and creative direction breakdown