Bubble Bobble 4 Friends

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Bubble Bobble 4 Friends is a single player and multiplayer action game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Taito Corporation and was released on November 19, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

"Bubble Bobble 4 Friends" is a fantasy platformer game, reviving the classic 80's series with a new sequel on Nintendo Switch. The game boasts a local 4-player mode, allowing for multiplayer and co-op options. In this thrilling bubble fight, players engage in epic battles, either alone in single-player mode or with friends.

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86%

Audience ScoreBased on 65 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

The graphics are bright, colorful, and adorable, paying homage to the original game.
The gameplay retains the classic bubble-blowing mechanics while introducing new features like a ducking mechanic and four-player co-op.
Includes the original arcade version of Bubble Bobble, providing nostalgic value and additional gameplay options.

The game is relatively short, with only 50 new levels, which may leave players wanting more content.
Some new characters lack personality compared to the original protagonists, Bub and Bob.
The arcade version does not allow for continues or a password system, which can be frustrating for players.

graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally praised for their bright colors and cute character designs, evoking nostalgia for classic games. However, some users feel that the graphics can occasionally detract from gameplay, with comparisons made to older titles. Overall, the visuals are described as charming and enjoyable, contributing positively to the gaming experience.
- “The graphics are bright and bursting with color, and the characters are cute like you remember.”
- “Beautiful graphics and gameplay.”
- “Adorable graphics and sound, great fun to play with a few friends.”
- “I love the first Bubble Bobble, but this one has super lame graphics that occasionally interfere with gameplay.”
gameplay
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The gameplay features a classic bubble-blowing mechanic for trapping enemies and jumping to higher platforms, enhanced by a new ducking mechanic that allows players to navigate under obstacles. Overall, it is described as fun and engaging, complemented by charming graphics and music.
- “Gameplay: the gameplay is the classic formula of blowing bubbles and trapping your enemy within them, as well as hopping on the bubbles to elevate yourself to higher platforms.”
- “Overall: the graphics are cute and cool, the music is charming, and the gameplay is fun.”
- “However, the gameplay is shaken up a tiny bit with the addition of a ducking down mechanic, which allows you to duck down and walk under creases that are seen in a platform.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is an updated version of the original score, which some players prefer over the new rendition. Overall, it is described as charming and enjoyable, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere.
- “The music is an updated version of the original score (though I favor the original better).”
- “The music is charming and the gameplay is fun.”
- “Personally, I adore the music and the little dragons! ”
- “The music is an updated version of the original score, though I prefer the original better.”
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The game offers high replayability, particularly when played with friends, and includes a challenging hard mode that enhances the experience.
- “That said, I don't think that's necessarily a bad thing as it does have high replayability and a hard mode, especially if you have friends to play with!”
story
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The game features a story mode that includes various levels, enhancing the narrative experience and providing depth to the gameplay. Players have expressed a fondness for the story, both in the past and present.
- “I loved it years ago, and now there is a story mode with different levels.”
- “The narrative is captivating and keeps you engaged from start to finish.”
- “The character development is rich, making you truly care about their journeys.”

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Bubble Bobble 4 Friends is a action game with fantasy theme.

Bubble Bobble 4 Friends is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation.

Bubble Bobble 4 Friends was released on November 19, 2019.

Bubble Bobble 4 Friends was developed by Taito Corporation.

Bubble Bobble 4 Friends has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its graphics.

Bubble Bobble 4 Friends is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

Similar games include Kirby Star Allies, Streets of Rage 4, New Super Mario Bros. 2, Sonic Mania, Sackboy: A Big Adventure and others.

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