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. JajaB.
    Dec 17, 2003
    10
    The best game ever.
  2. 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.
  3. 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!
  4. 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.
  5. AdamL.
    Nov 25, 2003
    10
    It looks and plays great.
  6. 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.
  7. KevinK.
    Dec 29, 2003
    10
    This game rocks. its the best.
  8. 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!
  9. 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!
  10. ChrsitopherG.
    Dec 26, 2003
    10
    Better than the last one on the PS2.
  11. 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!
  12. 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!
  13. SarahB.
    Jan 25, 2004
    10
    Very fun! One of the best PS2 games I've played! Not the hardest game I've ever played, but it's always got something new and fun for you to do.
  14. 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.
  15. SlyCooperFan1
    Aug 12, 2013
    10
    I have a great history of this game with my brother and my old PS2's. If you love Spongebob, you'll love this game.

    It truly is an open-world game, even if it seems linear at certain points. The gameplay is pretty phenomenal between all of the characters (Spongebob, Patrick, Sandy). Each one of them has certain moves that you can't do with the others, which requires you to get    I have a great history of this game with my brother and my old PS2's. If you love Spongebob, you'll love this game.

    It truly is an open-world game, even if it seems linear at certain points. The gameplay is pretty phenomenal between all of the characters (Spongebob, Patrick, Sandy). Each one of them has certain moves that you can't do with the others, which requires you to get accustomed to each of them for certain challenges. None of them are too difficult on your hands. Gameplay is pretty fluid. I CAN say that the gameplay in Battle for Bikini Bottom is far better than most other Spongebob games. Far better.

    The story isn't too interesting; it's something you would probably expect to see in an episode of Spongebob. But it's certainly better than other Spongebob games.

    The music is pretty fun to listen to, for any age who enjoys the happy-go-lucky themes of Spongebob. The boss battle tracks are exceptional, for the mini-bosses as well. The final boss music is something that a lot of people may have heard without knowing it came from this game.

    If you love Spongebob, you'll love this game. It was a huge part of my childhood, but any gamer could pick it up. Lots of replay value, and lots of fun to be had.    … Expand
  16. 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)
  17. jmc600
    Aug 12, 2013
    10
    I know this is a bold opinion for a game not well known and also a spongebob game. But this.............this is a masterpiece the gameplay the charm, the variety its all there. the game levels are great and very well thought out while not visually appealing. The levels all have there own look and feel, and the 3 character setup makes sure of no boredom each character has there own abilityI know this is a bold opinion for a game not well known and also a spongebob game. But this.............this is a masterpiece the gameplay the charm, the variety its all there. the game levels are great and very well thought out while not visually appealing. The levels all have there own look and feel, and the 3 character setup makes sure of no boredom each character has there own ability and is funny and charming its spongebob Patrick and sandy whats not to love. This a perfect game for me as an old spongebob fan.… Expand
  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. Mr_Wumbo
    Nov 19, 2014
    10
    A very awesome game, best of it time. there's no other licensed game that could parallel this game in the term of awesomeness. Awesome level design, beautiful scenery and catchy music made this game. I'm still playing this game at 2014 and this game is still awesome.
  20. TheBigShark
    Feb 19, 2015
    10
    This game is my favourite game of all time. A game needs to be fun and enjoyable. This game is funjoyable because of its epic level design, huge worlds, outstanding boss battles and more jam packed fun you can have. Also there is epic music to this game especially towards the final boss. Get this game, even if you don't like spongebob, it's worth your time.
  21. AnGoodCritic
    Aug 14, 2015
    10
    Wow! Very very addicting i was playing for hours! the game simply gives you exploring bikini bottom you collect spatulas get funny dialogs well explore for yourself its funny and i like it! Everything is amazing here.
  22. 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.
  23. nintendomaster1
    Aug 24, 2015
    10
    This game is so fun. It is great. The music is catchy, the story is awesome, and the overall feeling of the game is zany, spongy fun. The graphics are good. And, ah man, I just love this game. It is funny. The game has you play as Spongebob, Patrick, and Sandy as you try to rid Bikini Bottom of the evil robots that are causing chaos. You have to explore everywhere to find the goldenThis game is so fun. It is great. The music is catchy, the story is awesome, and the overall feeling of the game is zany, spongy fun. The graphics are good. And, ah man, I just love this game. It is funny. The game has you play as Spongebob, Patrick, and Sandy as you try to rid Bikini Bottom of the evil robots that are causing chaos. You have to explore everywhere to find the golden spatulas and socks to save Bikini Bottom. This game is just a blast! This game is just awesome. I love every part of it. The areas that you have to explore are very cool and fun to explore. Play this game! It's awesome. You'll love it! I mean you are Spongebob characters destroying robots underwater. Can't get better than that.… Expand
  24. namfdsa
    Aug 25, 2015
    10
    This game is a masterpiece, amazing graphics, thrilling first person shooting and nothing can compare to this, you get a sense of realism when in a massive gun fight and feel like you are really there

    10/10
  25. PS2Marathoner
    Jan 24, 2016
    10
    Spongebob has never been done more justice. Massive world with top notch platforming and level design, great animation and humor, just perfection. This should be much more well known than it is, a kids game that is actually worth playing is a rarity. Minus Mr. Krabs and Mermaid Mans voice actors there are no problems, it builds off of everything Night of 100 Frights did for the platformingSpongebob has never been done more justice. Massive world with top notch platforming and level design, great animation and humor, just perfection. This should be much more well known than it is, a kids game that is actually worth playing is a rarity. Minus Mr. Krabs and Mermaid Mans voice actors there are no problems, it builds off of everything Night of 100 Frights did for the platforming genre. (Camera Controls!) Sand Mountain, Rock Bottom, Spongebobs Dream, are so memorable and ooze fun.… Expand
  26. 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
  27. 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
  28. 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
  29. 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
  30. 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
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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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