Bubble Bobble
News, coverage and analysis tracking Bubble Bobble across the outlets.
Rainbow Islands Console Selection announced for Nintendo SwitchTaito has announced Rainbow Islands Console Selection for Nintendo Switch, set to release on October 8, 2026. This collection features multiple versions of the arcade classic, including Famicom, NES, SEGA Master System, PC Engine CD-ROM², and both Japanese and Western Mega Drive/Genesis versions of Rainbow Islands Extra. It includes features like quick-save/load slots and a powered-up starting state.- Puzzle Bobble Everybubble! Heads to PC on April 23Arc System Works and Taito announced that Puzzle Bobble Everybubble! will be released on PC via Steam on April 23, 2026, celebrating the Bubble Bobble series' 40th anniversary. The game features a story mode with four-player co-op, competitive online multiplayer, and classic bubble-matching gameplay.
- TEMPEST® Spins Into Retrocade on Apple ArcadeResolution Games has added the classic arcade shooter Tempest to its Retrocade collection on Apple Arcade, bringing the total to 12 iconic titles. The game is now available on Apple Vision Pro, iPhone, and iPad, featuring fast-paced gameplay and distinctive vector graphics. Retrocade continues to expand with future updates planned.
Bubble Buddies - A reimagination of Bubble Bobble, arguably the best c64 game ever?Bubble Buddies, a reimagination of the classic Bubble Bobble, has been released for the Commodore 64. Developed by geon3, it features 100 new levels with polished graphics, building upon the original game's content and incorporating assets intended for a 2025 Bubble Bobble C64 Remastered release.- Get to Know Go! Go! Mister Chickums 🐥Marcel Rebenstorf, founder of com8com1 Software, discusses the development of their single-screen arcade platformer, Go! Go! Mister Chickums. Inspired by classics like Bubble Bobble and Mario Bros., the game features cute characters, distinct enemy behaviors, and 100 unique screens. Rebenstorf also touches on scoring mechanics, favorite level designs, and potential future character expansions.
Bubble Bobble 4 Friends: The Baron Is Back ReviewBubble Bobble 4 Friends: The Baron Is Back, initially a Nintendo Switch exclusive, has been released on PlayStation 4 with added content. The game features new characters Pab and Peb for its four-player co-op mode, alongside the original Bub and Bob. It includes 100 new levels, a 'The Baron is Back' tower mode, and a port of the original arcade game, though the difficulty spikes and boss fights are noted as frustrating.- There’s a new Puzzle Bobble and it’s very important ⊟A new installment in the Puzzle Bobble series, titled Puzzle Bobble Everybubble!, has been announced for Nintendo Switch. The game will feature four-player co-op, including a Story Mode, and introduces new characters called Miniroons. The article expresses high hopes for the game, referencing the franchise's history and the author's personal fondness for the series.
- There's a new Puzzle Bobble and it's very... - Tiny Cartridge 3DSA new installment in the Puzzle Bobble series, titled Puzzle Bobble Everybubble, has been announced for the Nintendo Switch. The game features four-player co-op, including a Story Mode, and showcases updated character models for Bub, Bob, Peb, and Pab, along with Miniroons and numerous bubbles.
- Are you the absolute maniac who will buy Bob with no Bub ⊟First Press Games is selling individual plushes of the player 2 character, Bob, from the classic game Bubble Bobble, separately from the more recognized character, Bub. Limited editions that play game sounds are also available. The article questions whether there is a market for Bob without Bub, comparing his potential popularity to Luigi.
- Are you the absolute maniac who will buy Bob with... - Tiny Cartridge 3DSFirst Press is selling plushes of the player 2 character, Bob, from the game Bubble Bobble separately from the more well-known Bub. Pricier versions that play Bubble Bobble sounds are also available.
- Taito Milestones out April 15 ⊟ - Tiny Cartridge 3DSTaito Milestones, a collection of 10 arcade games, is set to release on April 15 for the Nintendo Switch. While the compilation includes historically significant titles like The Ninja Warriors and Qix, the author expresses some reservation about the inclusion of less engaging games and the unknown price point.