SUPER BOMBERMAN R 2
- September 13, 2023
- KONAMI
Super Bomberman R 2 is a fun return to the world of bomb-toting multiplayer madness. It’s easy to recommend for the Battle Mode alone, but there’s also a solid Story Mode to keep you entertained, despite some design flaws.
Get on Steam"Super Bomberman R 2" is the latest game in the party battle series, featuring a variety of game modes, the largest content volume in the series' history, and a stage editor for creating and sharing custom stages. The game includes both offline and online battles, as well as a single player mode. The new "Castle" battle mode introduces an asymmetrical battle between the Castle side and the Attack side.
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Reviews
- Classic Bomberman gameplay with new modes and improved graphics, making it enjoyable for fans of the series.
- The game features a variety of unlockable characters and cosmetic items, adding depth to customization.
- Castle mode offers a new gameplay experience that can be fun, especially in multiplayer settings.
- The online player base is severely lacking, often resulting in matches filled with bots instead of real players.
- The game is criticized for its high price point, especially given the limited content and repetitive gameplay compared to older titles.
- Rotating game modes restrict player choice, making it difficult to find preferred modes and leading to frustration.
- story22 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 73 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The story mode has been criticized for its lack of depth and engaging content, featuring only three lengthy levels with repetitive gameplay and uninspired cutscenes. While the graphics are praised, the overall narrative is described as cutesy yet forgettable, serving primarily as a tutorial for the multiplayer modes rather than offering a compelling experience. Many reviewers suggest that the story mode feels like a grind and is ultimately disappointing, especially compared to earlier Bomberman titles.
“It's got a lot more content and areas, quest mode etc. Graphics are insanely good, and the storyline is cutesy.”
“The story itself is basically on par with the first game, but the gameplay gets way too repetitive and grindy.”
“In terms of gameplay, graphics, music, and story, the game is good.”
“The story mode, if you can even call it that, is written very poorly and serves mostly to train the player in castle mode - which the CPU is so bad at that you can win with little to no effort if you make use of just conveyor belts and blocks.”
“Frankly, I would be better off with no 'story' compared to this.”
“The story is quite short, being just 3 long levels. While there are 15 zones per world, it's really just 3 big levels with mild backtracking, which feels disappointing. The music barely changes between the later zones, and there are only 5 enemies at most, with re-skins. The boss fights are super easy, making it feel like you don't really need to try.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the latest Bomberman title has received mixed reviews, with players praising the core mechanics but criticizing the repetitive and grindy nature of the experience. Many feel that the game lacks content compared to its predecessors, featuring uninspired level design, minimal enemy variety, and a disappointing online experience dominated by bots. Overall, while the game offers some enjoyable moments, it suffers from a lack of depth and balance, particularly in its multiplayer modes.
“I love the core gameplay of Bomberman.”
“You place bombs to damage them as usual, but now they added another mechanic where ellons spawn in the arena.”
“In terms of gameplay, graphics, music, and story, the game is good.”
“I did a 100% completion and man it was a letdown compared to the first Bomberman R in terms of gameplay.”
“The story itself is basically on par with the first game, but the gameplay gets way too repetitive and grindy.”
“Nearly every Bomberman game before this one has had more content than this game in their single player mode alone unless you go by sheer gameplay hours, then this game is the longest only due to the sheer amount of padding and backtracking it has with lackluster uninspired level design, one-dimensional characters and writing, only 5 unique enemies throughout the whole game that just get reskinned in each world, and only 4 bosses - not counting repeats in the boss rush area.”
- music5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed feedback; while some players appreciate the soundtrack and the inclusion of tracks from classic franchises like Castlevania and Metal Gear, others feel that the music lacks variety and fails to evolve throughout the levels. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a positive aspect, but it is hindered by repetitive audio and limited changes across gameplay.
“Love the soundtrack! Also love playing as Pyramid Head. :3”
“You can unlock music from Castlevania, Metal Gear, and Contra, etc. That's very much appreciated.”
“In terms of gameplay, graphics, music, and story, the game is good.”
“The story is quite short, consisting of only three long levels. While there are 15 zones per world, it really just feels like three big levels with mild backtracking. This is disappointing, and the music barely changes between the later zones. There are only five enemies at most, with re-skins, and the boss fights are incredibly easy, making it feel like you don't really need to try.”
“Same engine, same graphics, same music, same assets.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their high quality and appealing art style, particularly in the cutscenes. However, some users note that the game utilizes the same engine and assets as previous titles, leading to a sense of familiarity rather than innovation. Overall, while the visuals are impressive, they are complemented by a charming storyline and engaging gameplay.
“I love the art style of the cutscenes.”
“It's got a lot more content and areas, quest mode etc. Graphics are insanely good, storyline is cutesy.”
“In terms of gameplay, graphics, music, and story, the game is good.”
“Same engine, same graphics, same music, same assets.”
- monetization3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Reviewers appreciate that character customization and content do not require microtransactions, but express disappointment with the overall quality of the game, likening it to a cash grab. There is a sentiment that a free-to-play model might have been preferable, despite the potential for microtransactions and battle passes.
“The content and character customization don't require any microtransactions, which is awesome.”
“I wish I could say I'd rather have a free-to-play Bomberman game, but it would consist of microtransactions and battle passes.”
“Paying this much for something that feels like a cash grab Unity game half the time is absurd.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Reviewers generally find the game's replayability lacking, citing a limited selection of bland stages and the absence of team battle options, which diminishes the variety that typically enhances replay value in similar titles.
“I don't see much replayability at all.”
“The 'couch multiplayer' mode only offers a few bland stages, with no team battle options and none of the variety that made past games have replay value.”
“Once you complete the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive, leading to repetitive gameplay that detracts from the overall experience, despite the story being comparable to the first installment.
“The story itself is basically on par with the first game, but the gameplay gets way too repetitive and grindy.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report significant stability issues, including game freezes in menus and an inability to progress past storyline cut scenes, which detracts from the overall experience.
“The game frequently freezes in menus, making it impossible to progress past story cutscenes.”
“I encountered multiple crashes that forced me to restart the game, disrupting my experience.”
“There are constant stability issues that lead to unexpected shutdowns, which is incredibly frustrating.”
Critic Reviews
SUPER BOMBERMAN R 2 PC Review
Bombs, cute things, and a whacky crew… What can go wrong?
70%Super Bomberman R 2 Review
Super Bomberman R 2 is an explosive romp. Classic Bomberman grid mechanics with neat twists in additional modes, with new rules to keep things fresh. In some ways it is a fitting celebration of four decades of bombs - fast, nippy multiplayer gameplay at its core, with cute, colourful characters to tie everything together. Does it push beyond Super Bomberman R? In some ways, yes, but there could well have been more to take this sequel to the next level. That said, those looking for a Bomberman adventure on the Nintendo Switch should hop on into Super Bomberman R 2 with open arms, preferably holding a bomb or two.
80%Super Bomberman R 2 Review – Explosive Multiplayer Fun, Lackluster Story
Super Bomberman R 2 excels in delivering a rich multiplayer experience, introducing innovative modes like a 64-player battle royale and Castle mode for strategic base-building. However, the game's single-player story mode falls short, offering repetitive gameplay and a forgettable narrative that doesn't quite ignite the fuse for a compelling solo adventure.
60%
