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Parasol Superstars review – Cute Curated Collection
Parasol Superstars is a curated collection featuring the arcade titles Spica Adventure and Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III, offering a nostalgic look at classic platformers. Both games have been updated with modern features like save states and rewind, making them accessible for new players while retaining their original charm.
Review: Spica Adventure (Nintendo Switch)
Spica Adventure, originally a mobile game from 2003, has been released on the Nintendo Switch. The game features Nico, a young protagonist who uses a parasol for combat, gliding, and traversal by sticking it into walls. It offers 28 stages with multiple paths, a time limit, and boss battles, with nods to other Taito titles. The game is available for $19.99 or bundled with Parasol Stars for $24.99.
Colourful Indie Games (Part 7) 🌈
This article reviews six colorful indie games: Tiny Bookshop, Gecko Gods, Spica Adventure, Saint Slayer: Spear of Sacrilege, ROGOLF, and Fruit Mountain Party. Tiny Bookshop is a charming bookshop sim, Gecko Gods a stylish 3D puzzle platformer, and Spica Adventure a revival of a classic arcade platformer. Saint Slayer: Spear of Sacrilege offers a classic 2D action experience, ROGOLF blends mini-golf with roguelike elements, and Fruit Mountain Party is a fun multiplayer game inspired by Suika Game.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? - Issue 629
Several Push Square staff members share their weekend gaming plans, including Saros, Spica Adventure, Pragmata, and Ni no Kuni. The article also touches on the decision between digital and physical releases for games like Parasol Superstars.
Nintendo Download: 16th April (North America)
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America brings a variety of new games to the eShop. Titles include the life simulation game Tomodachi Life, the sci-fi action-adventure PRAGMATA, and the unique first-person shooter MOUSE: P.I. For Hire, among many other indie releases.
Nintendo Download – April 16, 2026 (Europe)
Nintendo has released its European download list for the week of April 16, 2026, featuring a variety of new titles for the Nintendo Switch and potentially the upcoming Switch 2. The list includes games like Dosa Divas, Mouse: P.I. For Hire, and Overwatch, alongside numerous other indie and retail releases.
PlayStation Store Update Worldwide April 14, 2026
Sony has updated the PlayStation Store with new content for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation VR owners. This week's PlayStation Plus Essential lineup includes Lords of the Fallen, Sword Art Online: Fractured Daydream, and Tomb Raider I-II-III Remastered. The update also features a variety of new PSVR, PS4, and PS5 games.
Spica Adventure, the iconic platformer from TAITO, makes its worldwide console debut today!
ININ Games and TAITO have released the digital bundle "Parasol Superstars," featuring Spica Adventure and Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III, for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4|5, and Xbox. This marks the first worldwide console release for Spica Adventure, a previously Japan-exclusive arcade and mobile title. The bundle is available for €19.99, with a 20% launch discount during the first week.
Nintendo Download – April 9, 2026 (North America) – Pokemon Champions, Dosa Divas, more
The North American Nintendo Download for the week of April 9, 2026, features new releases on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, including Pokemon Champions and Dosa Divas. The report also highlights ongoing eShop sales and the return of Super Mario Galaxy merchandise for My Nintendo members.
TAITO's 'Spica Adventure' Coming West For The First Time Along With Parasol Stars in a New Bundle
ININ Games and TAITO have announced that Spica Adventure will be released worldwide for the first time. It will be bundled with Parasol Stars in a new package.
TAITO's 'Spica Adventure' Coming West For The First Time Along With Parasol Stars in a New Bundle
Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III is being released in the West for the first time as part of a new bundle with Spica Adventure. The review highlights the game's charming graphics, replayability, and deep scoring system, calling it a hidden gem. However, it notes a short playtime, occasionally clumsy multiplayer, and a bug unique to the modern port, recommending players wait for a patch.
Parasol Superstars Bundle Launches April 14 with Spica Adventure and Parasol Stars
ININ Games announced that the Parasol Superstars bundle, featuring Spica Adventure and Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III, will launch digitally on April 14, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. Physical editions for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch are also planned. Spica Adventure is a platformer with a unique parasol mechanic and 28 stages.
Parasol Superstars launches April 14
Parasol Superstars, a bundle featuring the 2D platformers Spica Adventure and Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble, is set to launch on April 14. The collection brings together classic titles for a new release.
Spica Adventure, the iconic platformer from TAITO, is about to debut worldwide for the first time!
ININ Games and TAITO Corporation are releasing Parasol Superstars, a digital bundle featuring Spica Adventure and Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III, on April 14, 2026. This marks the first worldwide console release for Spica Adventure, originally a Japan-only arcade and mobile title. The bundle will be available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Xbox, with a 20% launch discount during its first week.
Spica Adventure finally gets Nintendo Switch release date
ININ Games has announced that Spica Adventure will be released on Nintendo Switch on April 14, 2026. Originally an arcade and mobile title exclusive to Japan, this marks its first global console release. The game features colorful 2D visuals, dynamic parasol-based gameplay inspired by Parasol Stars, and 28 stages with branching paths.
