Budge Studios Hits 2B Downloads, Plans New Releases in 2026

• Budge Studios passes 2 billion lifetime downloads.
• Executives say the numbers reflect growing parent trust and steady demand for safe, kid-focused content and mobile games.
• The studio plans for new releases and major updates next year to keep its momentum.

Budge Studios, a Tilting Point subsidiary, has accomplished a significant milestone, with its portfolio exceeding 2 billion lifetime downloads as it celebrates its 15th anniversary. The success shows the increased demand for mobile games aimed at children and families, as well as the developer's child-focused catalog's continued global impact.

Budge Studios, founded in 2010, was an early entrant in the mobile children's entertainment industry, quickly establishing a reputation for quality, safety, and creativity. Budge Studios games, based on popular kids’ shows and toys like Bluey: Let's Play, PAW Patrol Rescue World, and Hot Wheels Unlimited, are reportedly available in over 200 countries.

Budge Studios: Milestone and Market Impact

The Budge Studios' 15th anniversary download milestone comes at a time when mobile gaming is more diverse and competitive than ever. Budge executives presented the figure as evidence of both reach and resonance with parents and young players. Co-CEO Mike Elman described it as "a proud moment for Budge Studios," stating that it reflects the company's objective "to inspire creativity and imagination in children everywhere." 

Furthermore, Budge Studios Co-CEO David Lipes said that this achievement “represents more than just scale, it represents trust.” He emphasized that the parents trust them “to create experiences that are positive, meaningful, and safe.”

Budge Studios’ Outlook for 2026

Budge Studios intends to launch new games and major updates in 2026, while maintaining its blend of learning-through-play along with its well-known products. The company believes brand collaborations and meaningful digital activity will remain key to its long-term endeavors as it plans to build on its lifetime download milestone. Budge Studios also stated that robust licensing and consistent content updates are critical to keeping players engaged.