Hey Poptropicans! Welcome to another installment of Pop Fan Artist Spotlights. This feature is extra special because it’s not just art, but art you can buy and hold in your hands… it’s the first and currently only Poptropica fan-made merch store on the market! ✨
Alex/Kaitlyn from DizzyLeopardShop runs a very special online store (available on their website, Etsy, and TikTok) which offers colorful knickknacks like pins and keychains inspired by various franchises. Check out their super cool “Popflopita” goodies!
A few of us from the PHC have bought some of their stuff in the past few months and can attest to their quality and charm! HPuterpop snagged their Popflopita map shaker keychain (now out of stock), while Gentle Dolphin and I got the little Shark Boy pin, plus I added on the Mythology Island stickers as well. Very cute!
Over on their website, Dizzy Leopard drops some lore about their store, including, as you may have guessed, the Poptropica origin of their name. As for the shop, it began in the quarantine summer of 2020 and aims to bring joy through cute and nostalgic items. ♡ Have a browse!
Q&A with Dizzy Leopard
We reached out to Dizzy to hear more about their experiences with Poptropica and their shop. Here’s what they shared!
What are your favorite Poptropica memories?
My favorite Poptropica memory is sitting in my mom’s office while she was away working and I would be on her computer playing Poptropica. She would come in after I was playing for maybe 20 minutes and yell at me saying, “Dizzy, I know you’re playing that darn game again! The sale system only glitches like this when Adobe Flash is running.” I would frantically deny this while trying to save any game progress before closing the window of evidence.
What are the highlights & challenges of running a small business?
The highlights are being able to make art every day and then see the positive impact it can have on so many people. The hardest part is probably constantly questioning yourself and feeling like you need to be doing something new and different to be better. It is challenging for sure, but you can also never improve if you don’t take that little voice to heart every once in a while.
By the way, if you have a Poptropica item you’ve been dreaming of, you can even send in requests for a chance to get them made! 🙌
Besides DizzyLeopardShop, you can also get Poptropica merch through official channels such as Pop’s Zazzle shop. Check out our Poptropica Merchandise Guide for more deets about what’s out there! 🤩
Hiya guys! It’s been a hot second since the last part, hasn’t it? Well, I have returned from the grave with an additional 7 drawings of your Poptropicans! 😄
Hey, would you look at that? We’re almost halfway done with this challenge. 🥳 If you are considering to add your Poptropican to the queue, I urge you to do so (before all the good ones are gone 😉 ).
And if you’ve already had one drawn and have another Poptropica OC that you’d like to see in my style, this is your reminder to feel free to drop them in the comments!
Okey-dokey! Now get ready to check out…
ROUND 5!
Lucky Joker (H2)Speedy Catfish (Thinknoodles) (C9)Sleepy Biker (B6)Mias Elias (C8)Perfect Panda (F1)Silver Shadow (A7)Edgar (H4)
As usual, this batch was really fun to draw! I LOVE all these designs so much! Even though all these glasses are hard to draw haha. Seriously though, thank you for letting me draw all of you guys! 💖 (For anyone wondering, Edgar and Speedy Catfish/Thinknoodles did not reach out to get drawn — I just decided to do that unprompted so this post could continue the tradition of having 7 each time. Also because it’s fun! 😝)
How to get your Poptropican drawn next? Here’s what you need to do:
💬 COMMENTBELOW (on the most recent DYPAE post) a reference screenshot for your Poptropican (using a public image sharing site like Imgur), their name, AND which facial expression you would like them to have from the chart near the top of the post (for example, A2).
🙅♂️ When asking for an expression,please don’t ask for one that has already been claimed (either by someone in the comments before you, or one that has been crossed out or circled in the chart). First come, first served!
❗️ Please only comment ONE Poptropica character per person. BUT if you’ve already gotten one of yours drawn, you CAN comment ONE MORE character! 😝
⏳ After you comment, WAIT PATIENTLY. Everyone who comments and wants to have their Poptropican drawn will get added to a list, so no one gets missed. Each round I’ll only post a handful of them, so hang tight, yours will get drawn at some point. 😃
Please please PLEASE with a cherry and sprinkles on top, don’t be shy! There are still A TON of emoticons just waiting for someone to claim them. 🥺🙏
Alrighty, folks, that’s it from me! Have an epic week and stay cool! 😎
Howdy Poptropicanos! 🤟 It’s LJ popping in with Part 2 of the Readers’ Survey analysis. Today, I’ll be responding to some of the standout messages we received in the comment box at the end of our survey. I hope you guys enjoy!
I’m excited to see the results of this readers survey, considering it’s been 4 years since the last one, who knows how things might’ve changed! I keep coming back to Poptropica cause it’s not like the other internet games of its time, I used to play Moshi Monsters, Animal Jam sometimes Club Penguin, but they were all about the items and talking to people, the quests were always off to the side. But with Poptropica you get immersed in the story telling, the setting, the characters. There is really so much to explore, even today, having done all the islands multiple times. Which is where all the fan made stuff comes in, letting the Poptropica legacy live on, even though the game is in a state of limbo. That’s all I can think about adding, sorry for the ramble!
Hey, I appreciate your ramble! I also played several virtual worlds during my childhood, with Club Penguin and Poptropica being my top favorites. There is something uniquely appealing about Poptropica that has always made it special to me. 😊 I hope you found last week’s analysis engaging! Let’s hope we don’t have to wait another four years for a follow-up, haha.
Steamworks is the greatest island Poptropica ever came out with. It was the exact definition of Poptropica. People didn’t like it because they were isolated and had no one to talk to. You were allowed to make friends, or course, but, Poptropica was about using your brain to solve puzzles.
Ouch! I’ve been called out. In that case, you might want to pass on my 2010 ranking of the islands. Please don’t hate me. 😂
It always gets me down when I hear that Poptropica’s dead, or that the Pop Community is never gonna be big again. For so many years I never even knew such a community existed and it pains me to think that the entire train of fandom stopped before I even had the chance to start… But it lifts my spirit to see this website is still here, and that there are others like me who don’t want to give up on the spirit of Poptropica… So, I guess what I really want is to keep contributing to this site, and to see this website still standing for many more years to come.
I can’t deny my nostalgia for the era when both Poptropica and its online community were larger and more active. 🥺 However, a smaller group tends to lead to reduced chaos, which has been shown to be true. Let’s focus on the positive aspects and do our best to prevent the community and this site from fading away altogether. Long live the PHB! 🙌
The PHB’s Poptropica 17th Birthday Art Collab Collage
Note: My memory isn’t great, lol, but I think I have participated in every survey since 2016 and found the PHB in 2015 (or maybe earlier).
I come back to the PHB for several reasons. Most of all, probably nostalgia. Poptropica was my favorite game growing up, and even though there are no longer updates to the game, I like having a place where I can still enjoy Poptropica-related content in 2025. It is also nice to have a community of fellow Poptropicans that I can share my interest with. My favorite type of posts on the blog are probably news, theories/Popspiracies, interviews, games/puzzles (would love to see more of those – something to hold me over until the next Tribal Tournament, lol), and rankings/Pop 5’s. I love y’all, keep up the great work! Thank you for keeping this community alive.
Hey there old-timer! It seems we share several commonalities in our experiences with both the blog and the game. 🙂 I’m glad to hear that you’re enjoying so much of what we do. I myself really like making rankings/Pop 5s and interactive games/puzzles (such as ImPOPtu! and Guess That Poptropican). You know what—I’ll try to keep them coming all year round!
I love the creativity here even when things aren’t coming out the stories of characters, player or in game npc’s the adventures themselves and in a decent sized community its fun to watch and take part in plus seeing a community for a game I’ve loved since the early 2010s makes me happy that there’s people who love it as much as I do!
I’ve taken a few breaks from the fandom here and there, but it’s so refreshing to come back and see everyone still enjoying each other’s company and discussing Poptropica. Whether it’s sharing memories from playing the game, coming up with theories for unanswered questions, expanding the Poptropica universe through stories and headcanons, or creating stunning visual art, the vibe has always been great. 😀
“The Villain Saga” fan fiction by Smart BubblesMagic Kid’s “Draw Your Poptropicans As Emoticons” SeriesInvisible Ring’s Grand Western Realm“Poptropica: Legends” fan game project by Hputerpop
The people keep me coming back. ❤
Same! Same! Same! The friendos! 💚 That, and my craving for writing and my tendency to get lost in nostalgia, haha.
Now that part 2 is complete, the analysis of the 2025 survey has officially come to an end! I really appreciate the passionate discussions and creativity within our small little community, and I’d also like to thank each of you for your continued support. Join in on more fun on the Poptropica Help Chat if you haven’t already and let’s keep the Poptropica spirit alive and flourishing together!
Hey Poptropicans! This game has been such a cultural cornerstone for many Gen Z kids growing up—it’s definitely worth a closer look.
Mid-twenties YouTuber Dream Jelly, known for her video essays on childhood nostalgia from the 2000s–2010s, recently shared a deep dive into “The Rise and Fall of Poptropica” that has already gained 80K+ views within a week of posting. Check it out:
From the single island of Early Poptropica the game began with in 2007, to the massive growth it’s experienced through expansions with creative sponsored ads, monetization models like memberships, and the now-defunct Poptropica Worlds, Dream Jelly takes us on a journey through Pop’s history, intermingled with her thoughtful commentary.
Some interesting highlights she shares about Poptropica’s rise in the late 2000s–early 2010s are the quirky videos kids shared for fun on YouTube before influencer culture took over, and the uniqueness of Poptropica’s storytelling in a sea of sandbox-style kids’ virtual worlds.
Look Out Below: Wait for the drop…
As for its fall, Dream Jelly questions whether all the game’s side features like store items, merch, mobile apps, and even Realms, was worth the vibe shift from its simpler times, recalling founder Jeff Kinney’s original vision of focusing on the player as the main character.
Poptropica fell further, she observes, as the game continued on in directions no one asked for, from branding-confusedRoblox games to the Steam release without the oldest islands.
The overall critique boils down to prioritizing revenue over players. Would listening to players have made Poptropica live forever…? Probably not, but I still believe that a little additional integrity when it came to monetization and transparency when it came to keeping fans in the loop towards the end would have gone a long way for its image.
Still, Dream Jelly wraps up on this positive note:
Poptropica had a great run overall… I think that in the time that it had, Poptropica did tell original stories with humor, creativity, and a clearly passionate team, giving millions of players an experience that they’ll look back on fondly, no matter how it ended.
Thanks for the retrospective analysis, Dream Jelly! For another take on Poptropica’s history, check out this video essay by Lulaloopsey. And for more Pop memories, check out our Poptropica Yearbook! 💙
Howdy, Poptropicanos! LJ here, presenting the results and analysis from the 2025 PHB Readers’ Survey.
We garnered a total of 47 responses this year, an unfortunate decline from our last time four years ago. Despite this, our community spirit is still very much present and thriving. Now let’s begin!
Which of our past surveys did you participate in?
To start, we’re always keen to know the number of long-term participants versus those who have joined in more recently. This year marks the first instance where none of the individuals who were with us in 2014 took part in this year’s survey. (Rip!) After that, a handful of folks joined in on taking the surveys in 2016, 2017, and 2018, and even more hopped on aboard with the next three. Still, for the majority of survey participants (over two-thirds!), it’s their first time.
What is your gender?
Like before, a majority of the blog’s visitors are female. Over the years, the proportion of viewers identifying as non-binary or outside the traditional male-female spectrum has risen by an average of 1% annually. Additionally, since 2019, there has been a steady increase in the number of male readers.
What is your age?
We were curious about your age next. As the game’s popularity fades into the past, it’s understandable that the fanbase has grown older in recent years. The latest survey reveals a marked decrease in readers aged 12 and under compared to four years ago. However, we’ve seen a growth in the number of readers in their twenties.
What country do you live in?
Our blog’s readership continues to come predominantly fromthe USA, capturing an incredible 81% of the survey takers, surpassing the majority from previous years. Two responded from Australia and India, while there was one each from Canada, Great Britain, and Brazil. While it’s wonderful to see our content reaching a global audience, it is a bit disheartening to see a reduction in the variety of countries we’re reaching compared to previous years.
If you live in the US, which state or territory?
This marks the first occasion that California didn’t claim the highest viewership ranking since we began conducting these surveys. New Jersey has taken the lead, which is interesting considering it hasn’t been in the top five in our past surveys!
When did you discover Poptropica?
It appears that most players first encountered Poptropica during its earlier years, yet 2020 stands out as a notable year for new players as well. Even more interestingly, some individuals only just found the game as recently as last year. I’m shocked, to be honest!
How often do you play Poptropica?
Next, we wanted to find out how regularly you play Poptropica. The results showed that around 45% of respondents fall into the least frequent categories, which isn’t too surprising under the circumstances. It’s great to see that some players (11.1%) still log in on a daily basis though!
When did you first find the PHB?
The largest portion of our current audience found the blog in the past year, with 2022 following closely behind. Welcome, y’all! 👋 It’s interesting to note that the years from 2020 onward were the most common responses to this question. On the flip side, we’re thrilled to have some readers who have been with us since the very beginning. We appreciate your loyalty. 👊
How did you find the PHB?
The majority of readers discovered the PHB through searching the web, which has always been the top answer for every survey. Some additional readers discovered our blog via another website. If you picked this answer, I’m interested to know where you came from, so feel free to comment below!
Where do you play Poptropica in 2025?
This was a “check all that apply” question, and most players are accessing Poptropica via Cool Math Games (62.2%) and Flashpoint (57.8%). Though Flashpoint is just a little lower in percentage, it’s impressive to reach that high considering it’s an unofficial method not endorsed by Poptropica. A small fraction (15.6%) of survey respondents no longer plays Poptropica at all in 2025.
How often do you visit the PHB?
It’s exciting to see that the most popular responses regarding how frequently readers visit the PHB are a few times a week (22.7%) and once a week (18.2%)! We’re grateful that our content is reaching and satisfying so many. 🙂
Which types of PHB posts do you enjoy?
We then inquired about the kinds of posts you enjoy seeing from us. (Please note that in the following chart, the percentages total over 100% because respondents were allowed to choose multiple answers.)
It’s great to see that rankings, reviews, games, and Pop Fan Artist Spotlightsare generating a lot of interest, as those are the kinds of posts I often contribute to the blog. 😝 Also, many of our readers have always enjoyed stories, so fanfictions and My Place in Poptropica stories continue to be quite popular. If you’re looking for a fantastic fanfiction read, I highly recommend Smart Bubbles’ The Villain Saga, which is just kicking off its second season.
Sadly, given the state of Poptropica, I don’t anticipate breaking news becoming a frequent category on the PHB from this point forward, but you never know what might happen!
Besides the PHB, what portions of the Poptropica Help Network (PHN) do you regularly browse?
(Like the last question, the chart’s percentages total over 100% because respondents were able to choose multiple answers.)
The Poptropica Help Chat (PHC)has experienced the biggest percentage increase from before. Love to see it! There may be something special happening there soon. 😉 However, the Poptropica Wikistill remains the top choice, while @Poptropica_Help on Twitter/Xhas seen a big decline in viewership. I have the feeling a large portion of our community is not actively using that platform at all anymore.
Also, this is the first time we have included our @PoptropicaHare Instagram account in the survey. Thanks to those of you who are following us there!
And that brings us to the end of the 2025 survey analysis. Thank you everybody for your participation! All of your feedback is greatly appreciated and will be taken into account as we continue to make more content for you all. 😊
What do you think about the results? Leave your thoughts in the comments below! I might consider conducting another survey next year as well. Pop on y’all!
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