SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated

 PlayStation 4
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8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2150 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 1,857 out of 2150
  2. Mixed: 114 out of 2150
  3. Negative: 179 out of 2150
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  1. GeekFusion
    Aug 31, 2020
    3
    Not so well hydrated after all. So I want to start this review by saying I had such a positive feeling about this game before reviewing it, it looked fun and energetic and everything my younger heart heart could want from a Spongebob game, let me tell you it isn’t.

    The game is definitely tailored to younger audiences even though the original game came out in 2003. I understand wanting to    Not so well hydrated after all. So I want to start this review by saying I had such a positive feeling about this game before reviewing it, it looked fun and energetic and everything my younger heart heart could want from a Spongebob game, let me tell you it isn’t.

    The game is definitely tailored to younger audiences even though the original game came out in 2003. I understand wanting to attract a younger audience as Spongebob is a character liked by adults and children alike. However seeing as this cult classic game did come out in 2003, it would make sense to try to tailor to the players of the original too. This doesn’t appear to be the case.

    Firstly I want to say this could just be my Switch hardware, but the graphics of the remaster are extremely poor compared to what the trailers had promised. I know that what was shown in most trailers was PS4 and Xbox footage but I found some Switch promotional materiel and the finished game is no where near as graphically polished as this material. I even had to find a cut-scene online as my game glitched and skipped an early game cut-scene, that was within 10 minutes of starting to play this game and from that moment on I realised my expectations for this game had been far too high.

    The gameplay is interesting for the first 20 minutes and then becomes boring and repetitive the platforming is clunky and uninspired and worst of all are the enemies. There is no extensive variation to the enemies so you continue to use the boring controls with the same combinations to defeat these enemies with ease as most only have one thing you need to avoid before being able to defeat them in 1 hit.

    The Boss battles, if that’s what they can be called also follow the same theme, they have very few lives, making them no challenge at all once you work out how to avoid them once it’s simple to do again. This just adds to the sense of boredom when playing this game there isn’t even a difficulty setting for if you want to try it on a more challenging experience. There are however a few things I did severely enjoy about this game.

    Having watched Spongebob my entire childhood I am very fond of the show and remember lots of cameo appearances and to see some translate into the game was a nice nostalgic trip for me. Also being a fan of the show I cannot fault the soundtrack for the game it reminds me of all of the hilarious episodes I watched as a child and some are stuck in my head since playing. Another enjoyable aspect of the game is the voice acting, with most of the original cast returning it’s a nice continuation for fans of the show, however there is a very noticeable omission, in that Mr Krabs is not the original voice actor and to any fans of the show it’s a very obvious alteration.

    Overall, aside from the actual nostalgia of playing something new in the Spongebob universe there is nothing of note to pull anyone towards this game, and especially if you’re looking at getting a platformer on Switch save up a bit more and buy the stellar Super Mario Odyssey.

    For this game I would give it a 3/10    … Expand
  2. rob1021
    Jul 9, 2020
    0
    game of the year for sure! tlou2 can't do anything about this right? anyway bad graphics, bad optimization. not a game for all devices
  3. aobubs
    Jun 25, 2020
    4
    This is a glitch-filled mess of a remake. A lot of the glitches are funny, but I've also had saves fail and save files get corrupted. I've seen people unable to progress or get 100% in the game due to bugs. It's tragic because Battle for Bikini Bottom is a fun game and a great time if you're a Spongebob fan, but you should probably save your money until all these glitches get patched outThis is a glitch-filled mess of a remake. A lot of the glitches are funny, but I've also had saves fail and save files get corrupted. I've seen people unable to progress or get 100% in the game due to bugs. It's tragic because Battle for Bikini Bottom is a fun game and a great time if you're a Spongebob fan, but you should probably save your money until all these glitches get patched out (hopefully, they will be). If you have your old consoles lying around, maybe you should just play the original game instead, because aside from the pretty graphics, not much was improved in this game.… Expand
  4. LeonTrotsky
    Jun 28, 2020
    0
    Actually, I 0 ponts because a lot of people put 10.

    But this game can get max. 6-8 points. So sorry, guys(
  5. senkov
    Jul 2, 2020
    4
    Обычная детская игрушка .Которая не имеет толком-то и не может тебя заинтересовать .
  6. hououink
    Jun 27, 2020
    0
    Пекари совсем отбитые овощи. Ну что же, пока высшая раса наслаждаются эпохальными играми вроде tlou 2, стимовскому биомусору остаётся только истерить, воюя на метакритике и доедая объедки, наслаждаясь примитивной аркадкой, все как обычно. Стимеры - не доставайте и дальше из-за щеки чупа-чупс дяди Гейба.
    А по игре - Спанч Боб действительно примитиная аркадка, в худшем смысле слова для    Пекари совсем отбитые овощи. Ну что же, пока высшая раса наслаждаются эпохальными играми вроде tlou 2, стимовскому биомусору остаётся только истерить, воюя на метакритике и доедая объедки, наслаждаясь примитивной аркадкой, все как обычно. Стимеры - не доставайте и дальше из-за щеки чупа-чупс дяди Гейба.
    А по игре - Спанч Боб действительно примитиная аркадка, в худшем смысле слова для детей. Даже оригинал Астерикс и Обеликс XXL более актуален, чем эта недоигра, место которой на телеканале карусель. Сюжет здесь практически отсутствует - не ждите треша и угара в духе оригинального мультфильма. Геймплей для карапузов, чтобы мамочки могли оставить своё чадо за ненавязчивой игрушкой. Графику видите сами. Вместо ламповой 2д анимации нам предлагают убогое 3д.    … Expand
  7. Dapafaka
    Jun 28, 2020
    1
    Абсолютнейший шлак, как для детей так и для взрослых. Оценки тупо накручены
  8. Professorfett
    Jun 26, 2020
    4
    Spongebob Squarepants Battle for Bikini Bottom is back and to be honest I never knew this game existed in the first place. This game looks nice for what it is being a remaster of an old Xbox game... that's the extent of what I can say about this game. The story basically isn't there Planton's robots take over and it is up to you as Spongebob and friends to do something. It was never reallySpongebob Squarepants Battle for Bikini Bottom is back and to be honest I never knew this game existed in the first place. This game looks nice for what it is being a remaster of an old Xbox game... that's the extent of what I can say about this game. The story basically isn't there Planton's robots take over and it is up to you as Spongebob and friends to do something. It was never really clear what that something was. That'd be fine and dandy if the game was fun. It is just a generic plat-former that offers nothing new or interesting to the mix. I understand if you played this as a kid the nostalgia that must exist for you. If you are like me and missed it entirely skip this even $30 is asking a bit too much for this game.… Expand
  9. Insider23688
    Jun 23, 2020
    0
    Фанаты айтипедика, вы вообще игру запускали? Хватит вести себя как стадо, не позорьтесь. Реально смешно
  10. lVlrReaper
    Jun 23, 2020
    3
    The graphics in this game are absolutely stunning, never have I seen a more visually impressive game...BUT this does not counter the disservice that was done to the fan base by its story. I did not enjoy playing this game, it was not fun, I felt as though the developers were seeking such a huge subversion of expectations that they ruined the whole experience.
  11. soldadohue
    Jun 24, 2020
    0
    Esse jogo é puro lixo igual ao desenho não vale nem a perder tempo baixando ele mesmo ganhando na plus ou na gamepass
  12. 228gma
    Jun 24, 2020
    0
    Лучшая игра тысячелетия и пох что там кукарекают петушки из нижнего интернета.Эту игру я проходил с идиотской улыбкой на лице.11 из 10.Шедевр!!!Ведьмак от мира платформеров!!!!!
  13. Robert992
    Jul 9, 2020
    0
    big classic this game, yeah bu nothing else really.
    unnecessary boss fights and that's it
  14. Qwazar
    Jun 24, 2020
    0
    Фаны Шевцова типичные говноеды)
    Игра имеет завышенные оценки, пора это исправить :)
  15. MusicMaker
    Jun 25, 2020
    0
    ТОП ГЕЙМ ИН ЗЕ ВОРЛД, СЛАВА УКРАИНЕ И ШЕВЦОВУ!!!!!!!!!
  16. Dimon11081987
    Jun 23, 2020
    0
    Игра кал, для детей, ужасная графика, управление, одни баги, не рекомидую, лучше поиграть в тлоу2, чем в эту парашу!
  17. Newsman007
    Jun 24, 2020
    0
    IT could be mostly nostalgic, but this game has been tops for me! Congrats on THQ for the remake!
  18. Borislaw12
    Jun 23, 2020
    0
    The worst game of the year... Bad plot, bad graphics, bad gameplay... I really don't know is in this game just one not bad thing
  19. Crygeorge
    Jun 23, 2020
    0
    Game of this year! Best game in my life. Слава Губке Бобу и слава Шевцову!!
  20. Magicalgirl1
    Jun 23, 2020
    0
    Its the perferct Spongebob experience, what else can you ask for? pretty fun game for the whole family with great humor and voice acting. THQ Nordic strikes it out of the park again.

    Specially after all the terrible fiascos with current relases , this game works as a great palette cleanser and a relaxing fun time. Great to see a company actually care about the IP their are working    Its the perferct Spongebob experience, what else can you ask for? pretty fun game for the whole family with great humor and voice acting. THQ Nordic strikes it out of the park again.

    Specially after all the terrible fiascos with current relases , this game works as a great palette cleanser and a relaxing fun time. Great to see a company actually care about the IP their are working with, unlike other AAA developers that don`t seem to care at all about their franchises or about the fans.    … Expand
  21. teranozavr1337
    Jun 23, 2020
    0
    На метакритике я никогда отзыв не оставлял, но в этот раз обязательно поставлю 10 Губке Бобу! Игра для народа!
  22. makbook
    Jun 24, 2020
    0
    10/10 AMAZING GAME. Best Spongebob game so far. Cool gameplay, great graphics, nice controls. Definitely game of the year!
  23. XgarDix
    Jun 23, 2020
    0
    Best game ever! НАКРУЧИВАЕМ РЕЙТИНГ ПАЦАНЫ СЛАВА ШЕВЦОВУ СЛАВА УКРАИНЕа
  24. Lester353
    Jun 27, 2020
    0
    Худшая игра в которую я играл , игра не достойна вашего внимания и денег!!.
  25. KalinovskiyIvan
    Jun 24, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. THE BEST GAME IN THE WORLD!!!
    10/10
    Шедевр игровой индустрии!!
    Всем советую поиграть
    ITPEDIA РУЛИТ!!!    … Expand
  26. Hisairness23
    Jun 23, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Game is so trash so many bugs. Watching all these 10/10 is hilarious. Very trash game… Expand
  27. Apollo2211
    Jun 27, 2020
    0
    Una decepción, no gasten su dinero en esto, hay mejores juegos de plataformas que este, y a un precio mucho menor
  28. salamon2007
    Jun 30, 2020
    0
    чтобы оценить этот шедевр, я зарегистрировался на метакритике, игра 999999999999999999 из 10
  29. Sacksoris
    Jun 23, 2020
    1
    Не рекомендую, лучше в это не играть, иначе вы станете ребенком-д0лб0ёб0м. Хе.
  30. tinvi
    Jun 25, 2020
    3
    та же игра без изменений кроме графики, она улучшилась на одно поколение, но уже подходит третье (с ps2)
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 38 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 38
  2. Mixed: 18 out of 38
  3. Negative: 2 out of 38
  1. Finger Guns
    Aug 6, 2020
    80
    What stands out to me the most though? The considered thought of the level design.
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  2. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Jul 30, 2020
    70
    Although the gameplay and character models feel refreshed (Patrick’s limbs are delightfully floppy), the level design pales when compared to newer 3D platformers. Fully remade,2 including a remastered soundtrack, Battle For Bikini Bottom proves to be fun on a technical level, but the barren worlds, many NPCs you cannot interact with, and vexing objectives (the rolling ball in Mermaid Man’s lair, anybody?) make it fun and frustrating in equal measure. Fans won’t want to leave this one at the bottom of the sea. [Issue#178, p.82]
  3. PlaySense
    Jul 13, 2020
    75
    Lots of charm and lots of content, still worth the investment if you’re a nostalgic soul, looking for a fresh dose of bikini bottom action. Some aspects - the amount of texture pop-in, to name one - undeniably feel a bit dated, though.
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