Atari Lynx · Shooter
Bubble Trouble
Deep cut
| System | Atari Lynx |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Shooter |
| Developer | Telegames |
| Publisher | Telegames |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Developed by Telegames, Bubble Trouble arrived on the Atari Lynx in 1991 as a shooter.
It landed about 2 years into the Lynx's life. Other notable Lynx releases from 1991 include Checkered Flag, Dracula the Undead and The Fidelity Ultimate Chess Challenge. Among the 5 Lynx shooters in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.
Telegames also made The Fidelity Ultimate Chess Challenge, Krazy Ace Miniature Golf and Fat Bobby for the Lynx.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you've played the Lynx hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Bubble Trouble is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
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Playing Lynx games today
The Lynx library is small, so it is easy to find its best games, and it remains a cult favorite among handheld collectors.
Bubble Trouble FAQ
When did Bubble Trouble come out on the Lynx?
Bubble Trouble was released for the Atari Lynx in 1991.
Who made Bubble Trouble?
It was developed by Telegames.
Is Bubble Trouble multiplayer?
No. Bubble Trouble is a single-player game.
How long does Bubble Trouble take to play?
As a shooter, Bubble Trouble typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Bubble Trouble on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.