SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom

 PlayStation 2
User Score
8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 218 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 185 out of 218
  2. Mixed: 22 out of 218
  3. Negative: 11 out of 218
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  1. w_for_wumbo
    Mar 10, 2017
    10
    This game is just great i just learned how to cruiseboost. Thanks Heavy Iron. and I got hammer skip after that. lets not forget spongeball storage and how it lets you skip industrial park. Yesterday I learned that RCB and Cruiseboosting are the best parts of the game. and lets not forget those twitch emotes for it cheers man just cheers
  2. StephanieM.
    Jul 21, 2004
    10
    Wow! This game is sponge-triffic! I played this game for 5hrs. Never stopped, I tell ya all, if you rent it, you'll never stop!
  3. robotnipperii
    Mar 10, 2017
    10
    This game cured my Super Ultra Cancer Ebola Aids, Its amazing and stunning game play and graphics it game me enough strength to fight off my disease, even after losing the disease, i continuted to play. I am now a cruise boost and spongeglide master, the first time i got a cruise boost i sang songs of joy, when i got my first spongeglide, oh boy, i cried fountains of extreme happiness ,as,This game cured my Super Ultra Cancer Ebola Aids, Its amazing and stunning game play and graphics it game me enough strength to fight off my disease, even after losing the disease, i continuted to play. I am now a cruise boost and spongeglide master, the first time i got a cruise boost i sang songs of joy, when i got my first spongeglide, oh boy, i cried fountains of extreme happiness ,as, a young lad i had always dreamed of flying along with spongebob on my side, now my dreams are a reality! After playing this marvelous game, i only have three words to describe it, " Whoa Im Quick" !… Expand
  4. BluenHL
    Mar 10, 2017
    10
    Hey how ya doin', let me tell you about this game. Truly a masterpiece. Took me quite a while to get the hang of cruise boosting, but once I got it down I was completely enthralled. The first time I actually did it I was all like Whoa, I'm quick. Nothing gives me quite the rush like hitting a perfect oil skip in the beginning of Dream, or flawlessly executing the hammer skip on my firstHey how ya doin', let me tell you about this game. Truly a masterpiece. Took me quite a while to get the hang of cruise boosting, but once I got it down I was completely enthralled. The first time I actually did it I was all like Whoa, I'm quick. Nothing gives me quite the rush like hitting a perfect oil skip in the beginning of Dream, or flawlessly executing the hammer skip on my first try. Don't even get me started on the reverse cruise boost. This game is truly a work of art, 10/10 would skip the final boss again.… Expand
  5. AdamL.
    Nov 25, 2003
    10
    It looks and plays great.
  6. RachelP.
    Feb 8, 2004
    10
    I love spongebob so i knew i would love this game, too. it is a VERY GREAT game. two thumbs up!
  7. KendylKlownfish
    Apr 26, 2011
    9
    Arguably the best Nickelodeon game to date -- it has a surprising amount of depth. Pros: Formulaic, but solid platforming; fun boss battles; hilarious dialog; it feels just like an episode of Spongebob Squarepants. Cons: Hideous graphics and visuals (a cartoonish design would've been great); average level design, camera, and production.
  8. Luigi_Trollface
    May 5, 2014
    9
    This game is a fantastic collectathon platformer. It offers fun and unique levels ranging from Goo Lagoon to Rock Bottom and its humor rivals that of the show before it went mediocre. In this game, you can play as Spongebob, Patrick, and Sandy and they all have their strengths and weaknesses that vastly increase the depth of the game. For instance, Sandy can reach much greater distancesThis game is a fantastic collectathon platformer. It offers fun and unique levels ranging from Goo Lagoon to Rock Bottom and its humor rivals that of the show before it went mediocre. In this game, you can play as Spongebob, Patrick, and Sandy and they all have their strengths and weaknesses that vastly increase the depth of the game. For instance, Sandy can reach much greater distances than Spongebob or Patrick by using her rope to glide across the level, but she can't hit anything below her. These factors help make the puzzles much more compelling and entertaining. The only real problem I have with the game is that once you 100% it, there's really no reward. You just get a minute long cutscene at the end of the final boss which can leave you feeling unsatisfied. All in all, it is a must buy for anyone who enjoys a good platformer. Even if you aren't a Spongebob fan, the gameplay itself is enough to be worth the price!… Expand
  9. Negan0701
    Mar 10, 2017
    10
    Hey kid. Wow this game is such a blast. Picked it up not expecting such a well made and complex game. It first i was like ehh its jut another platformer but the more i played it, the more i was just amazed. I really love the cruise boosting mechanic. It really gives you a sense of speed that makes you think to yourself, Woah im quick. Also the sponge gliding maneuver is really useful forHey kid. Wow this game is such a blast. Picked it up not expecting such a well made and complex game. It first i was like ehh its jut another platformer but the more i played it, the more i was just amazed. I really love the cruise boosting mechanic. It really gives you a sense of speed that makes you think to yourself, Woah im quick. Also the sponge gliding maneuver is really useful for skipping through a couple of the levels. And lets not forget about the epic spongeball storage move that allows you to skip an entire boss. Takes a bit of practice but once you get the hang of it, you will be hooked. Props to Heavy Iron for making this incredible game. This one will surely stand the test of time. 10/10… Expand
  10. ohKeys
    Mar 10, 2017
    10
    Hey kid, this game, absolutely brilliant, yes, it was difficult to get the cruiseboosting technique, and the sponge-glide across goo lagoon, but after i got the hang of it, i couldnt stop playing the game. It took a while to get the frame perfect jumps, but with some practicing, im finally consistent at it. After watching real SHiFT_HD, ive been learning some new skips, like the hammerHey kid, this game, absolutely brilliant, yes, it was difficult to get the cruiseboosting technique, and the sponge-glide across goo lagoon, but after i got the hang of it, i couldnt stop playing the game. It took a while to get the frame perfect jumps, but with some practicing, im finally consistent at it. After watching real SHiFT_HD, ive been learning some new skips, like the hammer skip, and the prawn skip trigger, so after playing the game for awhile ive finally gotten a sub 1:20. The game is honestly amazing, so if you're thinking of buying it, just make sure you work on Spongebob's Dream split you dont wanna lose a 58:4X pace run, REST IN PEPPERONIS.… Expand
  11. JajaB.
    Dec 17, 2003
    10
    The best game ever.
  12. LaurenC.
    Dec 21, 2003
    10
    This game is just like the television show. although it looks more cartoonish on the ps2 the game has a 10. the graphics are great.
  13. PamelaS.
    Dec 30, 2003
    10
    If you have the time, this is a great game no matter what your age is. The creativity of the cartoon, characters, and adult concepts as well as the sixties music is all there. Lots of fun! Not just for Kids!
  14. Zilcell
    Nov 9, 2012
    9
    Spongebob has many great games, but this may be the best one. With solid platforming and variety, and it is somewhat long of a game. Its great.
  15. 7dogguy
    Mar 3, 2012
    9
    this is the best cartoon game ever even if you are a hardcore gamer you will love it nuff said oh and its basically the same thing as super mario 64 XD
  16. CoachMcGuirk
    Jul 26, 2013
    10
    Extremely well made for a game based on a cartoon. The developer of this really deserves a medal. One of my favorite platformers of all time, no joke.
  17. winterhombre
    Nov 16, 2013
    10
    I don't get why the score is 71, it has got everything you want in an adventure game. Spongebob's humor is maintained though all the game, gameplay is smooth, challenging and very long (I have had it since 2004 and haven't finished it)
  18. Andyman212
    Jan 21, 2014
    10
    This is my favorite 3D platformer. The graphics, control, music, writing, and gameplay are all amazing! Get this game if you can find it, you won't regret it.
  19. Crankthatsnes
    Mar 10, 2015
    9
    Seriously fun 3D platformer, and much like Call of Duty MW2, while it didn't bring many new things to the table, it perfected the already set genre. The gameplay is perfected to beyond belief, and I have no complaints.
  20. GunsXxSnipersXx
    Mar 22, 2015
    10
    YES This Game Is AMAZING This Game Has A Good Story,Good Graphics,Proper Voice Actors Exept 4 Mr.Krabs And Mermaid Man (RIP Ernest Borgnine 1917-2012) Love This Game Wish SpongeBob Didnt Go with ACTIVSION.
  21. tufekciero
    Mar 12, 2021
    6
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  22. AquieGTA
    Feb 20, 2022
    9
    Eu amo esse jogo! Na minha opinião é o melhor jogo baseado em desenho. Fiz 100% uma vez em fevereiro de 2020 no PS2. Só não dou nota 10 porque tem umas partes e inimigos que fazem eu passar um pouco de raiva, se não seria nota máxima com toda certeza!
  23. GTAFANBOY
    Apr 15, 2014
    6
    Very Nostalgic game, I had a fun time playing it, caused me temporary blindness as well as other things, wish the newer generations were more like this.
    I give it a 6.
  24. curzon_dax
    Sep 8, 2020
    8
    The game is magnificent for its platforming genre so you will find it a 10/10 if you haven't played any game of the high-level platforming genre in the past (e.g the 3D Mario games or other derivatives like A Hat in Time). However if you are very experienced in the genre you might find it for the largest part derivative so you can expect to love it if you're into the genre but don't expectThe game is magnificent for its platforming genre so you will find it a 10/10 if you haven't played any game of the high-level platforming genre in the past (e.g the 3D Mario games or other derivatives like A Hat in Time). However if you are very experienced in the genre you might find it for the largest part derivative so you can expect to love it if you're into the genre but don't expect to find any serious originality unless you count the fact it's Spongebob. The main flaws other than the lack of serious originality in the platforming genre was the fact that the levels were not designed impeccably (see Mario 3D games for that) so in several cases you had to follow counter-intuitive routes and they were also in a small but noticeable part bugged so it needed more quality-assurance testing too.… Expand
  25. thelewddood
    Jun 24, 2020
    9
    Pretty decent game, never played the original but had a great time with the remake, definitely better than the last of us 2 that i traded in to get this game, well worth it IMO.
  26. SPONGEBOBFAN100
    May 8, 2022
    0
    this game SUCKS, plankton's robotic revenge is way better ngl

    if i had to pick one spongebob game to not exist this would be it

    THE STORY IS OKAY
    NOT ENOUGHT MR KRABS GAMEPLAY
    I HATE IT PLANKTONS ROBOTIC REVENGE IS BETTER
  27. DeancC.
    Feb 19, 2004
    10
    It plays and and is a hilarious cartoon and i may be 11 but i like it.but the suffering is a better game not to say it is crap cos it aint its a good game.
  28. Nina&BrandenP.
    Sep 30, 2004
    10
    Cool! This game is the most fun my 5 year old son and I have had together in a long time. We play for hours on end.
  29. KevinK.
    Dec 29, 2003
    10
    This game rocks. its the best.
  30. TommyH.
    Feb 19, 2004
    10
    Brilliant!!! I love spongebob and when I was dying to get it!!! The humor and reality in this game makes it legendery!
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Awards & Rankings

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#11 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2003
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#6 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2003

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Metascore
71

Mixed or average reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 9
  3. Negative: 1 out of 9
  1. 1UP
    50
    It's all not as bad as it could have been, but nothing you can't get from dozens of other games.
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  2. GameZone
    86
    Like a sponge that absorbs hours of your time, SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom will keep young gamers very occupied. By kids' standards I'm "old," but that didn't stop me from loving this game.
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  3. GMR Magazine
    80
    Like Bob himself, this game holds its water and is, in fact, remarkably fun. [Jan 2004, p.86]
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