Super Bomberman R

54%
Game Brain Score Based on 151 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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Bomberman finds a new home on the Nintendo Switch which is the perfect place to blow things up!
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"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.

  • Nintendo Switch
  • PC
  • Play​station 4
  • Play​station 5
  • Windows
  • Xbox One
  • Xbox Series X|S
  • Play​Station
  • Xbox
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Reviews

54%
Audience ScoreBased on 151 reviews
story12 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • Classic Bomberman gameplay with modern graphics and features.
  • Fun local multiplayer experience with support for up to 8 players.
  • Includes unique characters and modes that add variety to the gameplay.
  • Online multiplayer is largely unplayable due to connection issues and a lack of active players.
  • Controls are poorly optimized for PC, with no option to remap keys.
  • The game is considered overpriced for the amount of content and features available.
  • story29 mentions

    The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating its charm and cutscenes, while others find it lacking depth and overly simplistic, reminiscent of children's programming. The story mode is generally considered enjoyable, especially in local co-op, but many feel it detracts from the core gameplay experience, with some criticizing the reliance on in-game currency and the repetitive nature of the narrative. Overall, while the story has its moments, it may not satisfy those looking for a more substantial or engaging plot.

    • “The storyline for the story mode is really good in my opinion.”
    • “It's really good for the story mode, local co-op.”
    • “Battle mode is solid, the grand prix mode is really interesting and a great spin on the traditional battle mode formula, and even story mode is fun.”
    • “The story mode in older games is definitely better.”
    • “Starting story mode, it feels like most time and money has been spent on making story sequences, which I honestly don't care about in a Bomberman game.”
    • “The story cutscenes are really well animated but they're written like a kids' show that's too unserious for its own good, and a few of the voice actors really needed a few more takes and better direction to get their characters down, especially when their acting doesn't match the emoting.”
  • gameplay17 mentions

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising its modern mechanics, smooth execution, and enjoyable multiplayer features reminiscent of classic Bomberman, while others criticize the lack of depth, reduced customization, and an overwhelming focus on story over gameplay. Despite some technical issues and a perceived decline in responsiveness compared to previous titles, many players find the core gameplay enjoyable and rewarding, especially after recent updates. Overall, while the gameplay has its flaws, it remains a highlight for those who appreciate its nostalgic roots and innovative twists.

    • “If you can allow yourself to accept this treat, you will be rewarded with adorable graphics, smooth gameplay, well-supported online features, and a refreshing visual novel portrayal of an adorably weird and intimate team of bomber friends.”
    • “Good characters, good humor, good gameplay, all things that I never expected to see again from an IP owned by Konami, seeing their recent distancing from games as a whole.”
    • “[Same awesome Bomberman gameplay yet with many innovative twists, endearing cartoon presentation, tons of multiplayer options].”
    • “It's full of modern mechanics, too many choices, zero joy!”
    • “Many mechanics were removed or had their customization reduced.”
    • “Too much story, and not enough actual gameplay.”
  • graphics9 mentions

    The graphics of the game are generally praised for their adorable art style and smooth performance, enhancing the classic Bomberman experience with modern visuals. However, some users feel that the effort put into the graphics could have been greater, suggesting a lack of innovation despite the appealing aesthetics. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the gameplay, especially in single-player mode.

    • “If you can allow yourself to accept this treat, you will be rewarded with adorable graphics, smooth gameplay, well-supported online features, and a refreshing visual novel portrayal of an adorably weird and intimate team of bomber friends.”
    • “The graphics are nice in the single player.”
    • “I mean, it's Bomberman but with today's graphics... the problem is, however, they put such a small amount of effort into it.”
    • “It played like the classic Bomberman but with better graphics.”
    • “Gameplay and graphics are fine.”
  • music6 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while the original soundtrack is praised as "banging" and features a nice vocal song during the end credits, some players find the repetitive voice emotes and short phrases to be loud and obnoxious. Additionally, there are complaints about the lack of classic music and content, which detracts from the overall experience.

    • “The soundtrack is banging and there's even a nice vocal song at the end credits.”
    • “The OST is pretty good and the voice acting is cringey in a fun way (aside from David Hayter as Solid Snake and Naked Snake, who does a great job as always).”
    • “- Great music”
    • “Music and character voice emotes in the game are repetitive short phrases that are loud, obnoxious, and overall not good.”
    • “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.”
    • “The music loop is painful, and the game is light on content for the price.”
  • grinding3 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and time-consuming, often requiring extensive in-game gold farming to afford necessary items, which can detract from the overall enjoyment of the adventure mode.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The adventure mode is tedious.”
    • “While there are a few cheap items, most other items are so expensive that you will have to spend a lot of time grinding in-game gold to afford them.”
  • monetization3 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game is generally positive, with no microtransactions or paid DLC, making it a strong value at around $20. However, some users express disappointment with the presence of in-app purchases and issues with local multiplayer functionality, which detracts from the overall experience.

    • “With no microtransactions or paid DLC and a 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.”
    • “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.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    The game features a touching narrative centered around a man's struggle with legal restrictions at an airport, evoking strong emotional responses from players. However, some users have reported frustrating glitches in the controls that detract from the overall experience.

    • “This game has the touching story of a man who is not legally allowed to get on an airport.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    While the game offers enjoyable multiplayer experiences that enhance replayability, some 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.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    The game's optimization has been criticized for significant network issues, with users claiming it is poorly optimized. Additionally, there are allegations of false advertising regarding language options, as players are unable to select between Japanese and English.

    • “The network needs optimization.”
    • “Badly optimized; they even committed fraud with false advertising since you can't choose Japanese or English.”
  • stability2 mentions

    The game's stability at launch was heavily criticized due to significant bugs in online play, which deterred players from participating. Users reported frequent issues with connecting to games and experienced noticeable input lag.

    • “The online play was super buggy on launch and basically scared all players away.”
    • “It's buggy; it barely lets you into a game, and there is very slight input lag.”
  • humor2 mentions

    The humor in the game is praised for its effectiveness, contributing to a frantic and enjoyable multiplayer experience. Players appreciate the well-developed characters and comedic elements, which exceed expectations given the developer's recent history.

    • “Maybe the campaign is better, but I don't care about that; all I wanted was a frantic, hoarse-from-laughing multiplayer game.”
    • “Good characters, good humor, good gameplay—these are all things I never expected to see again from an IP owned by Konami, considering their recent distancing from games as a whole.”
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