Super Nintendo · Puzzle
Puzzle Bobble: Bust-A-Move
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1995 |
| Genre | Puzzle |
| Developer | Taito |
| Publisher | Taito |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Released for the Super Nintendo in 1995, Puzzle Bobble: Bust-A-Move is a puzzle game developed by Taito.
It landed about 4 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 1995 include Chrono Trigger, Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island and Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest.
Taito also made Space Invaders, Lufia & the Fortress of Doom and Arkanoid for the SNES.
Puzzle Bobble: Bust-A-Move supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the SNES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want story, exploration or action
What playing Puzzle Bobble: Bust-A-Move is like
Puzzle games challenge pattern recognition, planning and quick thinking, from falling-block games to single-screen logic puzzles.
Tip for newcomers: Puzzle games are perfect for short sessions and often have endless or score-attack modes, so they never really end.
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Playing SNES games today
The SNES library has aged exceptionally well, especially its RPGs, platformers and puzzle games. A large selection is available on Nintendo Switch Online, and if you own the cartridges you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88, including online with friends.
Puzzle Bobble: Bust-A-Move FAQ
When did Puzzle Bobble: Bust-A-Move come out on the SNES?
Puzzle Bobble: Bust-A-Move was released for the Super Nintendo in 1995.
Who made Puzzle Bobble: Bust-A-Move?
It was developed by Taito.
Is Puzzle Bobble: Bust-A-Move multiplayer?
Yes. Puzzle Bobble: Bust-A-Move supports up to 2 players.
How long does Puzzle Bobble: Bust-A-Move take to play?
As a puzzle game, Puzzle Bobble: Bust-A-Move typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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