Game Boy · Platformer
Bubble Bobble
Co-op
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 (originally 1986) |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Taito |
| Publisher | Taito |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Bubble Bobble |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 8 |
Developed by Taito, Bubble Bobble arrived on the Game Boy in 1990 as a platformer. This Game Boy release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1986.
It came out in the Game Boy's second year on the market. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1990 include DuckTales, The Final Fantasy Legend and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Fall of the Foot Clan. Among the 164 Game Boy platformers in our database, it ranks #23 by legacy score.
It is part of the Bubble Bobble series; on the Game Boy you can also try Bubble Bobble Part 2. The series also appears on other systems with Bubble Bobble (NES) and Bubble Bobble (Master System). Taito also made Space Invaders, Qix and Chase H.Q. for the Game Boy.
Bubble Bobble is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Bubble Bobble is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Bubble Bobble cheats & codes
36 codes on file (Game Genie, Xploder, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 00D-6FB-E6E |
|---|---|
| Start With 99 Lives | 990-01B-E66 |
Bubble Bobble walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Bubble Bobble.
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Playing Game Boy games today
Game Boy games were designed for short bursts on the go, which makes them ideal for a coffee break today. Many are available through Nintendo Switch Online, and original carts play on any later Game Boy model.
Bubble Bobble FAQ
When did Bubble Bobble come out on the Game Boy?
Bubble Bobble was released for the Game Boy in 1990; the original game dates back to 1986.
Who made Bubble Bobble?
It was developed by Taito.
Is Bubble Bobble multiplayer?
No. Bubble Bobble is a single-player game.
How long does Bubble Bobble take to play?
As a platformer, Bubble Bobble 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 Bobble 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.