Metascore
70

Mixed or average reviews - based on 10 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 10
  2. Negative: 0 out of 10
  1. 79
    Bubble Bobble is a classic arcade game and it remains fun today. The updated visuals aren't so hot, but they don't get in the way of one of the most fun co-op experiences around.
  2. In conclusion, Bubble Bobble Neo brings the franchise into the modern world of gaming with classic arcade gaming, albeit frustrating at times, colourful graphics, great music and a fun time to be had by all.
  3. While it's hard to say that Bubble Bobble in any form has any sort of competitive advantage in this day and age, there's a certain something that makes it wildly addictive.
  4. Some games simply last the test of time, and twenty years later, Bubble Bobble is still a great, fun way to spend time – alone, or with friends.
User Score
7.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 15 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 15
  2. Negative: 3 out of 15
  1. Aug 8, 2016
    5
    Was really happy to play this 20 yrs later. Got stuck on lvl 99. Jumping on bubbles is almost impossible when near a wall. Feels likeWas really happy to play this 20 yrs later. Got stuck on lvl 99. Jumping on bubbles is almost impossible when near a wall. Feels like controls and gameplay could have been tested a little more by the dev team. Too bad controls are so sluggish.. I was a little bit disapointed Full Review »
  2. May 14, 2014
    10
    This is about as close to perfection as a game gets. All 100 arcade stages, 100 arranged stages, 100 dlc stages and vs mode. I only have 2This is about as close to perfection as a game gets. All 100 arcade stages, 100 arranged stages, 100 dlc stages and vs mode. I only have 2 minor gripes. No way to play with original graphics and the jump feels a little soft. The default controls are backwards, but can switched in the options. Like Tetris, this game is universally appealing and a steal at $10. Full Review »
  3. Apr 15, 2014
    10
    The average metacritic and user score is shocking for this game. Bubble Bobble is a perfect distraction from reality, and you focus onThe average metacritic and user score is shocking for this game. Bubble Bobble is a perfect distraction from reality, and you focus on nothing but the game. It is as if playing the game takes you to a whole other world. Full Review »