You’ve been running through the halls of the Odd World amusement park, heart pounding, ducking into cardboard boxes to avoid that heavy, thumping footstep. If you play Rainbow Friends on Roblox, you know Blue. He’s the face of the franchise. The crown-wearing, drooling, bumbling giant who somehow manages to be both terrifying and weirdly pathetic. But lately, players have been digging into the lore, asking a very specific, slightly cryptic question: what experiment does blue want to try?
It sounds like a trick question. Blue doesn’t exactly have a lab coat. He’s a monster.
To understand what’s actually happening here, you have to peel back the layers of Roy and Trenton’s messy history. We aren't just talking about a game mechanic where you collect blocks or light bulbs. We are talking about the "reanimation" lore that suggests Blue wasn't always a sentient pile of blue fabric and stuffing. He was a person. Or at least, he was intended to be a masterpiece of "living" entertainment.
The Secret Origins of the Blue Experiment
Honestly, the lore of Rainbow Friends is a bit of a jigsaw puzzle where half the pieces are under the couch. Blue is widely believed to be the first successful—if you can call it that—experiment in bringing a mascot to life.
According to the deep-cut environmental storytelling in Chapter 1 and Chapter 2, the "experiment" Blue represents is the fusion of human essence with inanimate materials. Oswald D. Davis, the founder of the park, wanted something more than just guys in suits. He wanted magic. But the experiment he wanted to try wasn't about science in a sterile way; it was about immortality. Blue was the prototype.
If you look at the sketches found in the backrooms of the game, you see the transition. The experiment involved a specific process of "Life-Giving" that went sideways. Blue’s "experiment" is effectively his own existence. He wants to prove he is a real boy, essentially. He’s a twisted Pinocchio.
Why the "Experiment" Question is Trending Now
You might have seen this specific phrasing—what experiment does blue want to try—popping up in TikTok theories or YouTube shorts. Most of it stems from a misunderstanding of a specific fan-made lore video that went viral. In the actual game canon, Blue doesn't "want" to conduct an experiment on you. He is the victim of the experiment.
However, players have theorized that in the upcoming chapters, Blue’s role might shift. There is a prevailing theory that Blue is looking for a "replacement."
Think about it.
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The machinery in the facility is failing. Red, the mysterious narrator and scientist who is clearly pulling the strings, mentions that things are breaking down. Some fans believe Blue wants to try a "transfer" experiment. He's tired of being the hungry, leaking monster. He wants to see if he can put his consciousness back into something... less blue.
The Role of Red and the True Scientist
If anyone is trying experiments, it’s Red.
Red is the one in the lab coat at the end of Chapter 1. Red is the one who monitors your progress through the cameras. While Blue is out there wandering the halls, Red is the one actually running the "Experiment."
The experiment is simple: Survival of the fittest.
Red is testing how humans react to the mascots. He’s collecting data. Every time you survive a night, Red learns something about the monsters' limitations. So, when people ask what experiment Blue wants to try, they are usually actually referring to the trial Red has set up using Blue as the primary test subject.
Blue is the muscle. Red is the brain.
Breaking Down the Mascots
- Blue: The failed first attempt. Strong, but lacks intelligence and has a "leakage" problem (the drool).
- Green: The sensory experiment. He’s blind but has incredible reach. He represents the experiment of "compensated senses."
- Orange: The speed experiment. He has to be fed constantly because his metabolism is off the charts.
- Purple: The environmental experiment. He lives in the vents, showing how the "ink" or "stuffing" can adapt to tight spaces.
What Most People Get Wrong About the Lore
People think these monsters are just "evil." They aren't. They are hungry and confused.
Blue’s behavior in Chapter 2, specifically in the "Odd World" section, shows a creature that is increasingly agitated. He isn't just patrolling; he’s looking for something. There’s a specific moment near the Ferris wheel where Blue seems to be searching the trash and the stalls.
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He’s looking for his creator.
The "experiment" he wants to try is actually a desperate attempt at reconciliation. He wants to find the person who made him this way and, presumably, force them to fix it. This adds a tragic layer to the jump scares. You aren't being hunted by a predator; you're being hunted by a toddler in the body of a tank who doesn't know his own strength.
The "Human Inside" Theory
Let's get a bit darker.
One of the most persistent theories regarding the experiment Blue wants to try involves the "vessel" theory. In many horror games of this genre—think Five Nights at Freddy's or Poppy Playtime—the monsters are powered by human souls.
Evidence for Blue being a specific person:
- The Crown: It signifies he was the "King" of the park, perhaps modeled after Oswald's favorite person.
- The Eye: One eye is a button, but the other is a realistic, human-like eye. This suggests the experiment was incomplete.
- The Whimper: If you listen closely when Blue is idle, he doesn't just growl. He makes a sound that sounds remarkably like a person crying.
The experiment was an attempt to achieve biological immortality by putting a human consciousness into a durable, marketable mascot body. It worked, but it broke the mind of the subject.
How This Impacts Your Gameplay
Understanding what Blue is "trying to do" actually helps you beat the game.
In Chapter 1, Blue’s AI is predictable. He follows a line of sight. But in Chapter 2, his pathing becomes more erratic. He "searches." This reflects his growing desperation in the lore.
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If you're stuck on the part where you have to collect the SOS signals, remember that Blue is attracted to sound and movement more than anything else. He’s trying to "find" the source of the noise because he thinks it’s the Scientist.
Pro-Tips for Dealing with Blue's "Experiment"
- Crouch-walking is your best friend. Blue is faster than you, but his "search" mode is triggered by sprinting sounds.
- Use the corners. Blue has a wide turn radius. You can literally run circles around him if you’re brave enough, though I wouldn't recommend it for beginners.
- The Box is a Lie (Sometimes). If Blue sees you enter the box, he will not leave. He will wait. He’s smarter than the average Roblox mob.
What’s Next for Chapter 3?
The developers, Fragment Games, have been tight-lipped. But the teasers suggest we are going deeper into the factory.
If the "experiment" Blue wants to try involves finding a new body, Chapter 3 is where we will see the "New Blue." There are rumors of a "Yellow" or "Cyan" (who we've already seen hints of) being part of a more advanced generation of experiments.
Blue is "Gen 1." He’s the old model. And in the world of corporate horror, the old models usually get scrapped. Blue’s "experiment" might simply be a quest for survival against his own creator’s plan to replace him.
Actionable Steps for Lore Hunters
If you want to find the truth for yourself, you don't need to wait for a YouTuber to tell you. You can find the clues in-game right now.
- Check the Hallway Photos: In Chapter 1, there are photos of a man standing next to a smaller, "normal" Blue doll. Look at the dates.
- Listen to the Audio Logs: There are faint distorted voices in the maintenance rooms. Record them and speed them up. You’ll hear mentions of "Subject 1" (Blue).
- Watch Red’s Hands: During the cutscenes, Red’s hands often have blue ink on them. He isn't just watching the experiment; he’s literally hands-on.
Blue isn't a scientist. He's a tragedy. The next time you see him lumbering toward you with that one button eye and that goofy crown, remember that he’s just a failed experiment trying to find a way out of a nightmare he didn't ask to join.
Pay attention to the walls. The "experiment" isn't a single event; it's the entire park. Every player who joins is a new data point for Red. You aren't just playing a game; you're participating in the very experiment Blue is trying to escape.
Keep your box ready. The factory is getting louder.