Bubble Bobble 4 Friends

November 19, 2019 Taito ININ Games
Platform Arcade
Switch
About

After more than 10 years, Nintendo Switch players can look forward to a sequel of the cult 80's game series Bubble Bobble by TAITO. The new Bubble Bobble 4 Friends was developed by the original studio TAITO Corporation and will include a brand new local 4-player mode.

As in the previous highly popular series, the thrilling and epic bubble fight starts again!
Storyline

One night, a child’s room became enfolded by a miraculous light and every object under its rays suddenly came to life - including the child's most favorite toy, the little dragon called Bub. Full of jealousy, the wicked magician Bonner challenges the friendly dragon to battle.
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73.8
Critic Score
73.8
Total Score
Game Info

Release Date November 19, 2019
Developer Taito
Publisher ININ Games
Game Modes Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Perspective Side view
Themes Action, Fantasy