Bubble Bobble Classic Co-op
Nintendo Entertainment System · Platformer
Rainbow Islands: Bubble Bobble 2
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Ocean |
| Publisher | Ocean |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Bubble Bobble |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Developed by Ocean, Rainbow Islands: Bubble Bobble 2 arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System as a platformer.
It is part of the Bubble Bobble series; on the NES you can also try Bubble Bobble and Rainbow Islands: The Story of Bubble Bobble 2. The series also appears on other systems with Bubble Bobble (Master System) and Bubble Bobble (Saturn). Ocean also made Lemmings, Jurassic Park and The Addams Family: Pugsley's Scavenger Hunt for the NES.
Rainbow Islands: Bubble Bobble 2 supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
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)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
What playing Rainbow Islands: Bubble Bobble 2 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.
Rainbow Islands: Bubble Bobble 2 cheats & codes
30 codes on file (Other codes). Here are a few Other codes codes to start with:
| Invincibility | 00A4:02 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Time | 05D5:09 |
| Triple Rainbow | 008B:02 |
| Fast Rainbow | 008D:01 |
| Speed Shoes | 04E7:01 |
| Special Attack | 0472:01 |
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Playing NES games today
NES games are short on paper but often famously tough, so expect to replay levels and learn patterns. Many first-party titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online, original cartridges remain easy to find, and you can play backups of games you own in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Rainbow Islands: Bubble Bobble 2 FAQ
Who made Rainbow Islands: Bubble Bobble 2?
It was developed by Ocean.
Is Rainbow Islands: Bubble Bobble 2 multiplayer?
Yes. Rainbow Islands: Bubble Bobble 2 supports up to 2 players.
How long does Rainbow Islands: Bubble Bobble 2 take to play?
As a platformer, Rainbow Islands: Bubble Bobble 2 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.
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