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Super Bomberman R

The White Bomber and family head up a worthy return for the Nintendo Switch. Barring hiccups with online lag and repetitious voice clips, Super Bomberman R is a satisfying candidate for multiplayer competitions and online battles.
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60%Game Brain Score
story, gameplay
grinding, monetization
54% User Score Based on 258 reviews
Critic Score 62%Based on 40 reviews

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Super Bomberman R is a single player and multiplayer arcade action adventure game. It was developed by KONAMI and was released on June 11, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and neutral reviews from players.

"Super Bomberman R" is a modern take on the classic explosive puzzle game. Join the battle as the lovable Bomberman character in a single-player campaign or multiplayer matches. Use strategic thinking and fast reflexes to plant bombs, destroy enemies, and collect power-ups in this charming and engaging game.

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54%
Audience ScoreBased on 258 reviews
story22 positive mentions
grinding5 negative mentions

  • Super Bomberman R offers a nostalgic experience for fans of the franchise, with classic gameplay and fun local multiplayer options.
  • The game features a colorful art style and enjoyable character designs, making it visually appealing.
  • The story mode, while simple, provides a charming and light-hearted narrative that can be fun to play through.
  • The online multiplayer is largely broken, with many players unable to connect or find matches, making it a frustrating experience.
  • The game suffers from poor control mapping on PC, with no option to customize controls, leading to a janky gameplay experience.
  • The price point is considered too high for the amount of content available, with many players recommending waiting for a significant discount.
  • story
    69 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in "Super Bomberman R" is generally considered decent for a game aimed at a younger audience, featuring a mix of cheesy dialogue and engaging cutscenes, though it often feels rushed and simplistic. While some players appreciate the nostalgic elements and local co-op options, many criticize the story for being lackluster and not compelling enough to warrant full attention, with issues like camera problems in multiplayer and a short overall length. Overall, the story serves primarily as a backdrop to the gameplay rather than a standout feature.

    • “The story is very good for a Bomberman game, despite the game being more targeted towards a younger audience. It's not too childish because it's not too easy.”
    • “A very fun story mode and Bomberman experience, especially for those who played in the early days.”
    • “The story line for the story mode is really good in my opinion.”
    • “The game runs fine with no issues; however, I feel like they rushed the story/dialogue; it could've been better.”
    • “Don't pay too much attention to the story: it's just there to provide an excuse to get into the action-puzzle of setting bombs and blowing stuff up.”
    • “The story is literally a series of SNES-era Bomberman stages, and the multiplayer, apart from a few gimmicks, works identically to every other Bomberman game.”
  • gameplay
    33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is a blend of classic Bomberman mechanics with modern touches, offering a challenging experience that can be confusing due to its 3D environment. While the controls are easy to use and the core gameplay remains solid, some players find it lacks depth and can feel unnecessarily prolonged, especially during boss encounters. Overall, it appeals to fans of the original series, though it may not fully satisfy those seeking a more innovative or responsive gameplay experience.

    • “The gameplay looks simple, but it's challenging, and you will die a lot in the game.”
    • “It's a 3D game designed to be played like a classic 2D Bomberman title, meaning the environment is 3D, but the gameplay is 2D; you'll see when you play.”
    • “The gameplay is old-school fun; the story is weak, but the music is catchy as hell.”
    • “The 3D environment doesn't really blend that well, making it quite confusing to navigate, and the gameplay can feel unnecessarily long when not much happens (especially bosses).”
    • “Many mechanics were removed or had their customization reduced.”
    • “It appears to have fewer levels and multiplayer features than Bomberman for Wii, and the gameplay itself feels less responsive; the levels look duller, not as colorful, and character movement feels off.”
  • graphics
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the colorful and cartoony art style that modernizes the classic Bomberman aesthetic. However, some players feel that the 3D graphics are unnecessary and overly animated, detracting from the overall experience. While the visuals are generally considered nice and vibrant, there are concerns about the effort put into them and their impact on gameplay.

    • “No wonder, because the game principle still captivates us to our screens and the modernized graphics together with the new game elements raise the game to a new level.”
    • “Yes, this game has a fantastic art style for the sprites and cutscenes.”
    • “The graphics are fantastic, absolutely nailed the cartoony colorful Bomberman look.”
    • “It also doesn't gain anything from the 3D graphics; you get used to it, but it's not a plus, more like a small minus in my opinion.”
    • “What I don't like is the 3D graphics style; I think the map is over-animated already, with no need to have bouncy antennas on their heads.”
    • “The graphics for this game are so weird.”
  • music
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its catchy, retro-style techno tracks that enhance the gameplay experience, with many players finding it motivating and entertaining. While some reviews note that the soundtrack is fun and fitting, others criticize the repetitiveness of certain sound effects and voice lines, which can detract from the overall enjoyment. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong point, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere despite some mixed opinions on specific audio elements.

    • “The music is the usual cheese, as is the story, but it's funny and mocking the likes of Power Rangers, Ultraman, etc., so it's been a lot more entertaining than some other bomber stories.”
    • “Love the music in this game, very catchy retro-style techno music; just hearing one of the energetic tracks again is often enough motivation to try a planet again.”
    • “The soundtrack is banging and there's even a nice vocal song at the end credits.”
    • “Music and character voice emotes in the game are repetitive short phrases that are loud, obnoxious, and all around not good.”
    • “The music loop is painful, and the game is light on content for the price.”
    • “[limited replay value as the story mode is short and there aren't many extras, annoyingly repetitive voices in multiplayer, missing classic music and enemies]”
  • grinding
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively time-consuming and tedious, particularly in adventure mode where acquiring in-game currency for items and unlocking new characters requires significant effort. While the single-player mode is enjoyable, the overall experience is marred by the repetitive nature of grinding and cumbersome menu navigation.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The adventure mode is tedious.”
    • “Getting bombercoins is really tedious, so unlocking new characters and stages is a drag.”
  • monetization
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization model of the game is praised for its absence of microtransactions, allowing players to unlock characters, accessories, and multiplayer arenas solely through in-game currency. However, some users express disappointment with the multiplayer functionality and suggest that the game feels like a cash grab despite its solid port quality. Overall, the lack of paid DLC and microtransactions is seen as a positive aspect, especially when the game is available at a reasonable price.

    • “A range of unlockables including characters, accessories, and multiplayer arenas can be bought with in-game currency (no microtransactions).”
    • “No microtransactions (everything can be unlocked with in-game currency).”
    • “With no microtransactions or paid DLC and solid port quality, this is a strong recommendation when you can nab it for around $20.”
    • “The shop for in-app purchases is a bummer.”
    • “Make it your day 2 patch top priority to make the keyboard controls customizable (and allow a 2nd player because there are like, 100+ keys on a keyboard, you know) and maybe your game won't stink of 'quick nostalgia cash grab'.”
    • “I can't recommend this game as something even as simple as plugging in a controller and playing local multiplayer does not work, even though multiplayer is one of their main advertisement points.”
  • humor
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by its chaotic and entertaining take on classic themes, effectively mocking pop culture icons like Power Rangers and Ultraman. Players appreciate the blend of funny characters and frantic gameplay, making it a standout experience that exceeds expectations for a Konami title. Overall, the game delivers a lighthearted and enjoyable multiplayer experience that keeps players laughing.

    • “A crazy and funny game of cat and mouse begins.”
    • “The music is the usual cheese, as is the story, but it's funny and mocks the likes of Power Rangers, Ultraman, etc., making it much more entertaining than some other bomber stories.”
    • “Good characters, good humor, good gameplay; all things I never expected to see again from an IP owned by Konami, considering their recent distancing from games as a whole.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers highlight that the game features well-crafted environments that effectively create an immersive atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience.

    • “The areas themselves are atmospherically staged.”
    • “The game immerses you in a hauntingly beautiful world that feels alive.”
    • “Every location is filled with intricate details that enhance the overall atmosphere.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    While the game offers enjoyable multiplayer experiences that enhance replayability, many users note that the short story mode and lack of additional content limit its overall replay value. Additionally, repetitive voice lines and the absence of classic music and enemies detract from the experience.

    • “But the game is still fun and replayable; multiplayer with screen share is much more fun, in my opinion.”
    • “Limited replay value as the story mode is short and there aren't many extras.”
    • “Annoyingly repetitive voices in multiplayer.”
    • “Missing classic music and enemies.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game suffers from significant optimization issues, particularly with its network performance, leading to user dissatisfaction. Many players feel that the steep price does not justify the poor optimization, and there are allegations of false advertising regarding language options.

    • “The network needs optimization.”
    • “However, the game falls short with its steep price and poor optimizations.”
    • “Badly optimized; they even committed fraud with false advertising since you can't choose Japanese or English.”
  • stability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability at launch was severely criticized due to numerous bugs in online play, leading to significant connectivity issues and frustrating troubleshooting experiences for players. Many reported spending more time trying to connect and resolve issues than actually playing, with noticeable input lag further detracting from the experience.

    • “The online play was super buggy on launch and basically scared all players away.”
    • “With almost 4½ hours of gameplay, roughly 4 hours has been spent troubleshooting with different friends creating lobbies and seeing who could connect.”
    • “It's buggy, it barely lets you into a game and there is very slight input lag.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features a poignant narrative centered around a man's struggle with legal restrictions at an airport, evoking strong emotional responses from players. However, technical issues, such as glitchy controls, can detract from the overall experience.

    • “This game has the touching story of a man who is not legally allowed to get on an airport.”
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Super Bomberman R is a arcade action adventure game.

Super Bomberman R is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

Super Bomberman R was released on June 11, 2018.

Super Bomberman R was developed by KONAMI.

Super Bomberman R has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

Super Bomberman R is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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