The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie

 PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: THQ
  • Release Date: Oct 27, 2004
  • Also On: PC
User Score
8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 96 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 75 out of 96
  2. Mixed: 19 out of 96
  3. Negative: 2 out of 96
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  1. PatrickS.
    Nov 17, 2004
    6
    I'm gonna agree with Game Informer : this is the best spongebob game evr, but it just isn't good at all. i love that its so ( too?) easy and that you can do way more stuff than the last SBSP game.
  2. KendylKlownfish
    Apr 26, 2011
    7
    The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie was an admittedly adequate movie, and so is its video game. Pros: Varied gameplay; hilarious; more depth in level design than Battle for Bikini Bottom. Cons: Still hideous graphics and visuals; lacks the depth in platforming its predecessor had.
  3. osostt2004
    May 2, 2013
    7
    I don't think there's a single person in the U.S. who doesn't know what SpongeBob is. So, after 5 years of success, Nickelodeon released a movie starring everyone's favorite sea critter. So, obviously, a video game came along. When developers make a movie based off a video game, you already know its gonna stink. I thought this game was. But I was pleasantly surprised to find a game withI don't think there's a single person in the U.S. who doesn't know what SpongeBob is. So, after 5 years of success, Nickelodeon released a movie starring everyone's favorite sea critter. So, obviously, a video game came along. When developers make a movie based off a video game, you already know its gonna stink. I thought this game was. But I was pleasantly surprised to find a game with modest characters and storylines, charming graphics, and your usual Hawaiian-Dance-Electronic SpongeBob musical score. You know the story because you bought the game because you saw the movie, so I don't need to explain. You can play as either SpongeBob or Patrick while venturing through 18 levels. The levels and their mission are very creative, ranging from a toxic waste dump to an ice cream themed nuthouse. What's good about the movie is that the story doesn't get carried away to the point where it feels nothing like the movie, and I like that. There is some replay ability in this game for if you're a 100 percent type of person, you can go back and pick up treasure chests, that unlock all kinds of little SpongeBob goodies; sketches, movies, various noises the characters make and more. The enemies and half-pint villain are always hilarious, this game being no exception. The patty wagon and slope levels they've incorporated are amusing, and even the run, jump and collect levels can be fun. In this game, the item that's most important is the Goofy Goober tokens. This is the equivalent of Golden Spatulas in Battle of Bikini Bottom. Just like manliness points are shiny objects and treasure chests are inspired off of Patrick's socks. The game, in many respects, is Battle for Bikini Bottom 2. As much as I like this game, there are some issues. I think its almost too similar to Battle of Bikini Bottom. Sure, it has some new ideas, but it recycles too many things and just puts a new coat of paint on. Also, the first 3 bosses are kinda cheap. The first time I battled the frogfish, it only took me 2 minutes to beat him. It only took me 93 seconds to beat Dennis on the first try, and when I fought him on Hasslehoff, It only took me 55 seconds on the first try. (I timed all 3)The final guy was a decent challenge, but he seemed impossible compared to frogfish and Dennis. But if those are the 2 biggest problems, It must be good. And it is. Its probably one of the best film based games. My final rating would be a 7.4, but since this dumb thing wont let me give it that, I'll round and give it a 7.… Expand
  4. FreedomFighters
    Feb 27, 2018
    6
    Once again, I played "The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie" video game a lot when I was a kid, and I was interested in revisiting the title, just as I had done with the two previous "SpongeBob" games on PlayStation 2. This one yielded some fun, but it came at a cost.
    "The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie" game is structurally similar to "Battle for Bikini Bottom," and as such, it retains a lot of    Once again, I played "The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie" video game a lot when I was a kid, and I was interested in revisiting the title, just as I had done with the two previous "SpongeBob" games on PlayStation 2. This one yielded some fun, but it came at a cost.
    "The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie" game is structurally similar to "Battle for Bikini Bottom," and as such, it retains a lot of what made that game fun: the controls are still solid, the characters are still as charming as ever, the visuals are good, and overall, there's some fun to be had here. The game does feel like the movie, minus a few missions, and overall it feels the way that a "SpongeBob" game should feel.
    That said, there are some obvious flaws. For starters, beyond being "structurally similar" to "Battle for Bikini Bottom," "The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie" almost feels like a copy-and-paste of "Battle for Bikini Bottom," and while that's not a TERRIBLE thing because they are both fun, it does feel a bit too lazy and overly safe for Heavy Iron. On top of that, the game just isn't as exciting as its spiritual predecessor, and it's inexplicably difficult for a game meant for a younger audience. "Battle for Bikini Bottom" had a nice amount of challenge, but wasn't overly difficult. This one was very challenging when considering the audience they were shooting for, and the mission structure started to stale out after a while.
    All in all, "The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie" video game is a fun adventure overall if you find it at a good price, but don't expect it to live up to "Battle for Bikini Bottom."
    Final rating: 6 out of 10 "Decent"    … Expand
  5. PS2Marathoner
    Jan 24, 2016
    7
    Battle for Bikini Bottoms redheaded step-child. Not as good, it is like an expansion. The only standout thing about it is its Super Mario Sunshine-esque bonus levels. It is a good game, but if compared to Battle for Bikini Bottom it doesnt even come close.
  6. ashketchum
    Jun 19, 2017
    7
    A game base on the first SpongeBob movie. It is an enjoyable game, that doesn't offer anything of particular note, but what it does offer allows for it to be a solid experience. It has fluid graphics, with creative use of level designs, and moves that are loyal to the movie. It is a good game to pick up and play any time. It's not perfect, but it is definitely entertaining.
  7. Jordanschaffer
    May 12, 2021
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Oh yeah this **** game it's all good and handy till the final mission were you have thses floating little coneheads wanna bes. Get to the final hit and not counting the floor is broke the pattern he has is easy to read indeed but the floating **** should not be in this game. I'm going to mod the game so that's not there. **** the developers of this game… Expand
  8. mightybaseplate
    Jun 10, 2023
    6
    So close to greatness.

    This game feels a little off to me. Much of the games content involves out of world obstacle courses or replaying the same level 5 times with slightly different rules.

    Besides the inclusion of gameplay padding techniques, the game feels full and complete besides that fact. The platforming levels are the best bits with interesting challenges and puzzles.
  9. Chirritox
    Aug 1, 2022
    7
    Este juego lo jugamos en directo y estuvo bastante entretenido, es algo fiel a la película| y tiene varias plataformas como la aventura y las carreras, es entretenido jugar con bob esponja y patricio, y el auto es bastante fácil de usar, mi único problema son las monedas que son muy molestosas pero es buen juego

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Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 5 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
    60
    Provides precious little depth, but as a way of getting the kids up out of their seats, the collection works nearly as well. [Jan 2005, p.106]
  2. GameZone
    95
    The games are solid, responsive, and, most important of all, fun; but their similarities to previous titles holds it back.
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  3. Cheat Code Central
    80
    Almost the perfect party game. Up to eight kids can take part in it. Unfortunately only one at a time can play and that's why I say "almost" perfect.
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