Bubble Bobble 4 Friends

But Why ThoCharles Hartford

50/10

In the end, Bubble Bobble 4 Friends is a mediocre platforming experience. Inconsistent level design and restrictive ability access holds this game back from being a truly enjoyable experience. I will continue to remember Bub and Bob fondly from my youth, but this outing does little to build upon the legacy.

Worth PlayingChris "Atom" DeAngelus

8/10

Sequel to the cult '80s game series, in Bubble Bobble 4 Friends the epic bubble fight starts again and includes a brand-new, local four-player mode.

Game SkinnyJason D'Aprile

8/10

A beloved arcade classic returns in fine form and four-player co-op.

Video ChumsA.J. Maciejewski

7.8/10

Taito's classic bubble-blowing arcade game has a special place in my heart so let's play a brand new entry in this wonderful franchise.

COGConnectedMary Gushie

75/100

Retro, revamps, and throwbacks are still all the rage in the gaming industry these days, but it’s a very fine line between cash grab and remaking/re-releasing a quality game. Taito’s latest effort brings back the classic Bubble Bobble franchise on March 31, 2020 with Bubble Bobble 4 Friends exclusively for the Nintendo Switch.

MonsterVineSpencer Legacy

The visuals and sound in Bubble Bobble 4 Friends are great, as they’re perfectly in-line with the innocent and cheerful tone that the game emanates. There’s a comfortable sense of homeliness in 4 Friends, largely thanks to the nighttime bedroom setting and the soft colors. Alongside various remixes of the classic Bubble Bobble theme, the other tracks are suitably fun and hectic.

WayTooManyGamesLeo Faria

7/10

If you were born in a year starting with a 1 instead of a 2 and you’re into gaming, you probably know who Taito is. This company is probably one of the most important developers of all time, being one of the first major arcade developers to come from Japan back in the 70’s. Besides their gargantuan hit called Space Invaders, which needs no introduction, they have also developed some famous franchises such as Darius, Elevator Action, Arkanoid, as well as Bubble Bobble.

Gamer EscapeTimothy "Urthdigger" Hyldahl

7/10

Bubble Bobble 4 Friends is a pleasant callback to yesteryear, with just enough changed to keep it from simply retreading old ground. It is a little short if one charges through, points be damned, but it’s still several hours long at least. Those who prefer complex plots and modern design may be a bit disappointed, but anyone who likes a more arcadey sort of game should enjoy it.

Pure NintendoTrevor Gould

5.5/10

Bub and Bob have returned, but they deserve better than Bubble Bobble 4 Friends. While this latest game is fun, it's also very short. But you wouldn't know it t

GamingTrendSean Anthony

55/100

Bubble Bobble 4 Friends fails to bust a move and find any justification for its high price point. It lacks in length, it lacks in features, and even lacks a leaderboard, an oversight for this kind of game. While it is an enjoyable title with a few friends, there are plenty more affordable multiplayer arcade-style games available for even a quarter of the price.

GameTyrant A.T. Gonzalez

0/10

A.T. Gonzalez reviews the new Bubble Bobble game: Bubble Bobble 4 Friends!

The Nerd StashSteve Bennett

Unscored

Verdict: Bubble Bobble 4 Friends is a short game with moments of joy. It’s bright and colorful but too easy and quick. For nostalgia’s sake, the original game is included and is actually the best part of the package. I am extremely biased, though.