Retro Games Zone

Bubble Bobble

What is Bubble Bobble?

Remember that 1986 arcade machine with two little dragons blowing bubbles? That's Bubble Bobble, where Bub and Bob fight to rescue their girlfriends from Baron Von Blubba across 100 frantic, bubble-filled stages. What started as a coin-op classic became legendary for its infectious soundtrack and the sheer joy of trapping monsters like Zen-Chan in bubbles before popping them for satisfying victories.

  • Simultaneous Two-Player Chaos
    Playing solo's fun, but the real magic starts when a friend joins as Bob - the cooperative gameplay creates hilarious synergy and occasional friendly fire with those bubbles.
  • Perfect 100-Level Structure
    Every stage presents a new bubble-bouncing puzzle - from early floors with simple platforming to later levels where enemies multiply fast and verticality becomes your biggest challenge.
  • Loads of Secrets and Warps
    Old-timers remember hunting for hidden candy teleporters that skip straight to level 30, or collecting letters spelling EXTEND for extra lives - there's far more depth than just popping bubbles.
Bubble Bobble

Why choose Bubble Bobble?

Decades later, that '80s arcade feel hasn't faded - the cheerful rainbow platforms, those bouncy notes of music, and the tactile pleasure of trapping a Bonner then jumping to pop it remains addictive. I can't think of another game where working with or against a partner feels equally rewarding.

  • That Classic Difficulty Curve
    Bubble Bobble starts deceptively simple but gradually cranks up the pressure - by level 20, you'll be baiting multiple Bubble Dragon types while avoiding invincible Baron Von Blubba appearances.
  • Secret Unlocks and Endings
    Beating it once isn't enough - there's a 'true' ending requiring both players complete all levels, plus hidden Super Drunk levels that require specific tricks to access, extending the replay value dramatically.
  • Multiplayer That Still Works
    Modern games struggle to capture cooperative magic, but Bubble Bobble's shared-screen teamwork feels timeless - coordinating bubble traps to clear rooms faster remains gratifying today.

How to play Bubble Bobble?

Getting good requires controlling both your dinosaur and his bubbles - learning optimal placements for traps and mastering diagonal jumping separates beginners from those surviving the later stages.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bubble Bobble