Neo Bomberman Neo Geo box art

Neo Geo · Action

Neo Bomberman

Certified classic

SystemNeo Geo
Released1997
GenreAction
DeveloperHudson Soft
PublisherSNK
Players1–2 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
SeriesBomberman
LegacyCertified classic · legacy score 9

Neo Bomberman is an action game released in 1997 for the Neo Geo, developed by Hudson Soft and published by SNK.

It landed about 7 years into the Neo Geo's life. Among the 11 Neo Geo action games in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.

It is part of the Bomberman series; on the Neo Geo you can also try Bomberman: Panic Bomber. The series also appears on other systems with Bomberman II (NES) and Bomberman 64 (N64). Hudson Soft also made Far East of Eden: Kabuki Klash for the Neo Geo.

Neo Bomberman supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

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 have a friend to play against
  • you want to experience one of the Neo Geo's defining games

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests

What playing Neo Bomberman is like

Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.

Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.

Neo Bomberman gameplay screenshot on Neo Geo
In-game screenshot (Neo Geo)

Neo Bomberman walkthroughs & guides

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Playing Neo Geo games today

Neo Geo games are built for short, intense arcade sessions and are at their best head-to-head with a friend. Most of the library has been re-released on modern platforms, and the games also run in arcade emulators such as Rec0m88's MAME support.

Neo Bomberman FAQ

When did Neo Bomberman come out on the Neo Geo?

Neo Bomberman was released for the Neo Geo in 1997.

Who made Neo Bomberman?

It was developed by Hudson Soft and published by SNK.

Is Neo Bomberman multiplayer?

Yes. Neo Bomberman supports up to 2 players.

How long does Neo Bomberman take to play?

As an action game, Neo Bomberman 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 Neo Bomberman 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.

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