Your Favorite Beans Are Back, and They’re Ready to Party
Remember that catchy tune that warned you about poking a grizzly bear and selling both your kidneys on the internet? Well, get ready to experience that delightful chaos with your friends. PlaySide Studios has just announced ‘Dumb Ways to Party,’ a brand-new party game based on the beloved ‘Dumb Ways to Die’ franchise. Revealed during the Galaxies Showcase, this new title is leaving its 2D mobile roots behind and jumping into the world of 3D console and PC gaming with a hilarious game show format.
Set to launch in 2026, the game throws up to four players into a series of wild mini-games where skill, sabotage, and sheer dumb luck will determine who gets to take home the coveted title of “Dumbest of the Dumb.” It’s the chaotic party game you didn’t know you needed, and it’s coming to just about every platform imaginable.
Welcome to the Dumbest Game Show on Earth
Hosted by the zany and wonderfully unprepared Duffa, ‘Dumb Ways to Party’ pits four blissfully unaware Bean contestants against each other in a series of life-threateningly funny challenges. The core of the game is its ‘Game Show’ mode, where players will compete in 40 outrageous and unpredictable mini-games. Between rounds, ‘Game Show Moments’ will shake things up with surprise twists and opportunities for hilarious sabotage, ensuring no two matches are ever the same.
The goal isn’t just to win; it’s to survive the absurdity. Players can use wacky items to gain an advantage or, more likely, cause comical mayhem for their opponents. With simple pick-up-and-play mechanics, the game is designed for maximum fun and minimal downtime, making it perfect for both local couch co-op sessions and online multiplayer parties.
All the Dumb Details in One Place
PlaySide Studios is packing a lot into this release, ensuring that the party doesn’t stop. From a huge library of mini-games to a wide range of platforms, this game is built for accessibility and endless replayability.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Game Modes | ‘Game Show’ mode and a ‘Freeplay’ mode for non-stop mini-game action. |
| Mini-Games | A library of 40 unique and wildly unpredictable challenges. |
| Player Count | Up to 4 players with both local couch co-op and online multiplayer. |
| Characters & Art Style | Play as iconic Beans like Numpty and Botch in a new, vibrant 3D art style. |
| Platforms | PC (Steam, Epic Games Store), PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2. |
| Release Window | 2026 |
A Fortnite Crossover and a Legacy of Laughs
The ‘Dumb Ways to Die’ campaign started life as a viral train safety PSA from Metro Trains in Australia. In 2021, PlaySide Studios acquired the IP and has since been expanding the brand into new territory. This new party game marks their most ambitious step yet, bringing the charmingly morbid Beans to a massive new audience.
To celebrate the reveal, PlaySide also announced a special collaboration with one of the biggest games on the planet. Players who purchase ‘Dumb Ways to Party’ on the Epic Games Store will unlock an exclusive ‘Dumb Ways to Die’ bundle in ‘Fortnite.’ It’s a smart crossover that will introduce the Beans to millions of new potential fans.
Conclusion
‘Dumb Ways to Party’ looks like a recipe for instant fun. By taking a beloved viral brand and translating its chaotic energy into a full-fledged party game, PlaySide Studios might just have the next multiplayer hit on their hands. With its accessible gameplay, huge variety of mini-games, and broad platform support, this is a game that’s sure to bring friends together for some ridiculously fun and comically disastrous game nights. Get ready to party the dumb way in 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dumb Ways to Party?
‘Dumb Ways to Party’ is a new 4-player party game based on the ‘Dumb Ways to Die’ franchise. It features 40 chaotic mini-games in a game show format, with both local and online multiplayer.
When does it release and on what platforms?
The game is scheduled for release in 2026. It will be available on PC (Steam and Epic Games Store), PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2.
How many players can play?
The game supports up to four players in both local couch co-op and online multiplayer.
What characters can you play as?
You can play as iconic characters from the ‘Dumb Ways to Die’ series, such as Numpty, Botch, and Clod, all rendered in a new 3D art style.
What is the Fortnite collaboration?
If you purchase ‘Dumb Ways to Party’ through the Epic Games Store, you will receive a special ‘Dumb Ways to Die’ cosmetic bundle to use in ‘Fortnite’.
Who is making the game?
The game is being developed and published by PlaySide Studios, the current owner of the ‘Dumb Ways to Die’ intellectual property.