Brand new screen with character and a Costumizer controversy
Hey there, Poptropicans! Yesterday, the Creators gave us a sneak peek of a new “Character Screen” coming to Poptropica, and it is officially here! With this update, you can mix and match individual...
View ArticlePop Creator Jess Brallier spills on “storytelling, games, and Poptropica”
Hey Poptropicans, we’re getting right to the heart of Poptropica with OG Poptropica CEO/publisher Jess Brallier! We’ve shared his vision for Pop and even interviewed him here on the PHB before, but...
View ArticleIsland Flash-backs: 🌳 Twisted Thicket and Skullduggery 🏴☠️
I ought to explain myself, shouldn’t I? As some of you have noticed, there was no Island Flash-back in May. Mostly because of IRL things getting in the way and my poor planning. I’m sorry, as I did...
View ArticleThe ABCs of LGBT with the PHB 🏳️🌈
Our header features artwork from Criaha. Happy Pride Month, Poptropicans! June is a month of celebration for the LGBTQ+ community, and the PHB is bringing that celebration to Poptropica. But we...
View ArticlePortraits from a Candy Crazed palace 🍭🎩
Happy weekend, Poptropicans! We’ve got a few fun updates in this post: a video and more behind-the-scenes from the Candy Crazed Mini Quest as well as some fan art features. Let’s pop into it! First, a...
View ArticleAdventurous Poptropica Worlds House Tour: Invisible Ring 🏡
Hey Poptropicans, this is a guest post by Invisible Ring. Enjoy! Hey everybody! Surprised to see me? After my complete collection of Poptropica clubhouse tours, I wasn’t sure I was going to post...
View ArticlePopular Poptropican: Slanted Fish
Howdy doodly Poptropican friends! It’s LJ here with the final interviewee of the Popular Poptropican staff lineup. She’s the friendliest of fishes, the editor-in-chief, the very creator of this...
View ArticleMy Place in Poptropica: Incredible Fire
This is a guest post from Incredible Fire sharing her My Place in Poptropica story, which is all about one’s Poptropica journey. Enjoy! Hi everyone! I’m Incredible Fire and this is My Place in...
View ArticleRainbow releases made with Pride 🌈☂️
Hey Poptropicans, a colorful store update awaits! June is Pride Month, and the Pop Creators are joining in the celebrations with various new store items! As they shared on the official blog, “This...
View ArticleThe biggest kids’ site hosts Big Nate and more greats, as told by Jess Brallier
Hey Poptropicans, we’re back with more reflections on what made Poptropica successful from longtime publisher Jess Brallier. Previously, we shared the former Pop CEO’s insights on “storytelling,...
View ArticleComing out with fan art and Fiona’s song 🎻
Hey Poptropicans! In this post: a TikTok video and fan art features with sweet jams. Plus, a hint at something big to come. Let’s pop right to it! The Pop Creators finally made their second TikTok...
View ArticleVerify your villainous side with a varnish
Hey Poptropicans! Today in the Poptropica universe: a tag yourself challenge, petition to get Pop verified on Twitter, and mixing refreshing drinks. Let’s pop right to it! On social media, the Pop...
View ArticleRecap: PHB’s Pride Palooza 🏳️🌈🥳
Howdy, Pridetropicans! Earlier last week we rallied our lovely readers to join us for our second party celebrating the LGBTQ+ community, the PHB’s Pride Palooza. We had a gay ole time! Despite the...
View ArticleClubhouse Tour: Silver Tiger 🏡
Hey Poptropicans, this is a guest post by Silver Tiger. Enjoy! Hello Poptropica fans everywhere! My name is Silver Tiger. I am a newer player to Poptropica, but have learned a lot and been inspired by...
View ArticleAsk Poptropica Siri #2: super villains, powers, and pets
Ask Poptropica Siri is a Q&A segment here on the PHB where you, dear readers, are invited to send in your Poptropica questions to have them answered with all the wisdom you can expect from a Smart...
View ArticlePoptropica’s production problems and almost an animated series
Hey Poptropicans, we’ve got more insights on our favorite game from former Poptropica head Jess Brallier! Previously, we shared the publisher’s reflections on Poptropica as the biggest kids’ site and...
View ArticleBingo, Acidic Dinosaur and more are born 🦖
Hey Poptropicans! In this post: a shop update, fan art features, a fan comic, and surprise visitors. Let’s pop into it! Another week means another rotation at Adventure Outfitters, and the hot new...
View ArticlePoptropica’s Mocktropica story: how new management undercut its own game
Poptropica released a brilliant, clever parody of itself and larger forces in game design and management with Mocktropica Island in 2013. Idea Generator: Spin to win. Try your luck. But then, as...
View ArticleRed Baroness rebrands, shipping Cabin of Curiosities to Home Island 🚢🎈
Hey Poptropicans, you’ll never guess what Poptropica’s working on releasing next! It’s… wait for it… really, you’ll faint with shock… Another Home Island makeover!!! (Or an extension of Home Island,...
View ArticlePop Fan Artist Spotlight: Barefoot Knuckle
Hey Poptropicans! We’re featuring the storied drawings of Barefoot Knuckle. Hear about them from the artist herself in this guest post! “Modern Rapunzel”“Modern Beauty and the Beast”“Modern Aladdin”...
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