Originally captivating young gamers in Sweden, Bamse's Adventure: The Wand Mystery has now reached a worldwide audience with its English release. The publisher is Gro Play, the same studio behind other puzzle titles such as the Alfie Atkins series and The JerryMaya Detective Agency.
This educational puzzle platformer introduces the cherished Swedish bear Bamse to international players. Blending lighthearted adventure with skill-building in problem-solving, literacy, and mathematics, the game is ideal for children aged 6–10.
Bamse’s Adventure: The Wand Mystery Turns Learning into Fun
The adventure kicks off in Bamse’s tranquil village, where chaos breaks out as magicians' wands awaken and begin causing trouble. Everyday items vanish and villagers grow worried. Is the mischief the work of familiar foes like Reynard or Croesus Vole, or is a new villain pulling the strings?
To restore order, you join Bamse—the world’s strongest and kindest bear—and his companions Little Hop and Shellman. Together, you embark on a quest to retrieve the rogue wands and unravel the true mastermind behind the mystery.
Across 45 vibrant levels, you’ll traverse enchanted scenery, tackle puzzles, and encounter beloved characters like Lisa and Mary-Anne. Amidst the magic and playful antics, the game subtly promotes critical thinking, reading comprehension, and logical reasoning.
Bamse’s Adventure: The Wand Mystery blends exploration with education so seamlessly that learning feels like part of the fun. Take a look at the game in the trailer below.
Who Is Bamse?
Bamse is a classic Swedish cartoon character who first appeared in 1966 in the comic "Bamse – Världens starkaste björn" (Bamse – The World’s Strongest Bear). Conceived by Rune Andréasson, the series began as animated shorts and newspaper comics before earning its own magazine in 1973.
Throughout the decades, the stories have touched on moral values and social topics such as gender equality and inclusion. Bamse’s Adventure: The Wand Mystery first launched in Sweden under the title Bamses Äventyr – Trollstavsmysteriet.
You can download the game now from the Google Play Store.
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