The Full List Of All 8 Smiling Critters Names, Scents, And Their Tragic Lore In Poppy Playtime Chapter 3
The Smiling Critters have become the most talked-about characters in the horror gaming community since the release of Poppy Playtime Chapter 3: Deep Sleep. As of the latest updates in December 2025, the full roster of these brightly colored, anthropomorphic animals has been confirmed, but their story is far darker than their cheerful appearance suggests.
This comprehensive guide reveals the official names of all eight members, their distinct colors, unique aromatic scents, and the tragic lore that explains their fate within the walls of Playtime Co.'s Playcare orphanage, providing the deepest dive into this new line of toys.
The Complete Roster: All 8 Smiling Critters Names and Profiles
The Smiling Critters were an ambitious new franchise from Playtime Co., designed to be a group of friends who taught children about positive emotions and friendship. A key feature of their plush toys was a small hole in their mouths, which allowed them to emit a unique, pleasant scent, often linked to their personality. This feature, however, became a major plot point in Chapter 3. Here is the full list of the core members, their key details, and their roles in the lore.
- 1. DogDay (The Leader)
- Color: Orange
- Animal: Dog
- Personality: Optimistic, loyal, and the main leader of the group before the events of Deep Sleep.
- Scent: Vanilla
- Pendant Symbol: Sun
- 2. CatNap (The Antagonist)
- Color: Purple
- Animal: Cat
- Personality: Sleepy, mysterious, and deeply loyal to The Prototype (Experiment 1006). He is the main monster antagonist of Chapter 3.
- Scent: Lavender
- Pendant Symbol: Crescent Moon
- 3. Bobby BearHug (The Affectionate One)
- Color: Red
- Animal: Bear
- Personality: Sweet, affectionate, and constantly seeks to give hugs and show love.
- Scent: Rose
- Pendant Symbol: Heart
- 4. Hoppy Hopscotch (The Energetic One)
- Color: Green
- Animal: Rabbit/Hare
- Personality: Hyperactive, loud, and often impatient, always ready to jump into action.
- Scent: Peppermint
- Pendant Symbol: Lightning Bolt
- 5. KickinChicken (The Cool One)
- Color: Yellow
- Animal: Chicken
- Personality: Confident, cool, and a bit of a celebrity among the Critters, often seen as the most charismatic.
- Scent: Ylang-Ylang
- Pendant Symbol: Star
- 6. CraftyCorn (The Artistic One)
- Color: Light Blue/White (with Rainbow Mane)
- Animal: Unicorn
- Personality: Artistic, creative, but also shy and sensitive. She is often seen painting and drawing.
- Scent: Jasmine
- Pendant Symbol: Rainbow-Colored Daisy
- 7. Picky Piggy (The Hungry One)
- Color: Pink
- Animal: Pig
- Personality: A cheerful farm girl who loves to cook and eat, often preoccupied with food.
- Scent: Citrus
- Pendant Symbol: Apple or Food Icon
- 8. Bubba Bubbaphant (The Brains)
- Color: Blue
- Animal: Elephant
- Personality: The most intelligent and serious member of the group, often acting as the voice of reason and the intellectual center.
- Scent: Lemongrass
- Pendant Symbol: Lightbulb or Brain
The Dark Secret Behind the Smiling Critters’ Scents
The seemingly innocent feature of the scented plushies is central to the horror of Poppy Playtime Chapter 3. The Critters were designed to emit their unique aromas through their mouths, but in the game's lore, this feature was weaponized. The "Big Body" version of CatNap, a terrifying monster, was able to generate a powerful, hallucinogenic red smoke that caused victims to fall into a deep, drug-induced sleep. This gas is a concentrated version of his natural Lavender scent, which is known for its calming properties, but weaponized to be deadly.
The other Critters’ scents—Vanilla, Rose, Citrus, and Peppermint—were originally intended to create a positive, multi-sensory environment in the Playcare. However, the CatNap monster utilized his specific Lavender scent to control the environment and subdue his victims, making him the most dangerous of the group. This twist on a child's toy feature is a fresh and chilling element of the game’s updated lore. The scents are also directly tied to the Critters' emotions and personalities; for example, DogDay's Vanilla scent reflects his warm, comforting, and optimistic nature, while Bobby BearHug’s Rose scent represents his loving, affectionate side.
The Tragic Fate: What Happened to the Smiling Critters?
The most shocking revelation in Poppy Playtime Chapter 3: Deep Sleep is the tragic fate of the majority of the Smiling Critters. The Critters were part of the "Bigger Bodies Initiative," where the Playtime Co. scientists turned the mascot characters into giant, living monsters. CatNap, whose real name is believed to be the human child Theodore, was converted into the monster known as Experiment 1188 and became fiercely loyal to The Prototype (Experiment 1006).
The other seven Critters—DogDay, Hoppy Hopscotch, KickinChicken, Bubba Bubbaphant, CraftyCorn, Picky Piggy, and Bobby BearHug—were deemed "heretics" by CatNap and his master, The Prototype. They were punished for their lack of loyalty or for attempting to rebel against the Prototype’s influence. Their gruesome end is confirmed by the horrifying condition of DogDay, who is found dismembered and barely alive in a cage.
In a chilling dialogue, DogDay confirms that he is the "last one" of the larger Critters, implying that the others were killed by CatNap and The Prototype. This dark turn transforms the cheerful characters into martyrs of the Playtime Co. horror story. The player encounters the small, dismembered plush versions of the other Critters throughout the Playcare, which serve as grim reminders of the violent demise of their larger counterparts. This lore is a major update and a key piece of information for any fan of the franchise.
The Significance of the Pendants and LSI Keywords
Each Smiling Critter wears a distinctive black necklace with a golden pendant, which is another crucial entity for understanding the lore. These pendants, or talismans, are meant to be a physical representation of their core personality trait or talent, similar to a Care Bear's belly badge. They are a strong source of LSI keywords and topical authority for the franchise.
The confirmed and widely accepted symbols include the Lightning Bolt for Hoppy Hopscotch's boundless energy, the Rainbow-Colored Daisy for CraftyCorn's artistic nature, the Sun for DogDay's leadership, and the Crescent Moon for CatNap's association with sleep and the nighttime. These symbols were likely intended to teach children simple concepts in the original cartoon show, but in the game, they serve as a unique identifier for the horrors that remain.
The eight Smiling Critters—DogDay, CatNap, Bobby BearHug, Hoppy Hopscotch, KickinChicken, CraftyCorn, Picky Piggy, and Bubba Bubbaphant—are more than just a list of names. They are a tragic ensemble of characters whose bright colors and pleasant scents hide a deeply disturbing backstory, making them the most compelling and terrifying addition to the Poppy Playtime universe.
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