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Games like Bubble Bobble

1986

An arcade classic where two little dragons trap enemies in bubbles and pop them. Its single-screen platforming, bonus fruit and charm shine brightest in co-op.

  • Playing together in co-op
  • Pixel art
  • Jumping and platforming
  • Strong soundtrack

In short: Games like Bubble Bobble

Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Bubble Bobble special. The reasons are listed right on each game.

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Rainbow Islands: The Story of Bubble Bobble 2

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1987PC

Brings what grabs you about Bubble Bobble: pixel art, jumping and platforming as well as a strong soundtrack.

A colorful arcade platformer where you shoot rainbows to defeat enemies and climb upward while rising water chases you. As the sequel to Bubble Bobble, it stands out for its inventive movement mechanic and brisk pace.

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Sonic the Hedgehog 2

Strong soundtrack

A blazing-fast 2D platforming classic where Sonic uses the new spin dash to tear through varied zones, with Tails tagging along as a co-op buddy. Iconic music, tricky special stages and Super Sonic make it a series high point.

Jazz Jackrabbit 2

Jumping and platforming

A fast-paced 2D run-and-gun platformer starring the wisecracking rabbit Jazz, with colorful levels and goofy weapons. Its multiplayer modes, including co-op and capture the flag, are a big part of its lasting appeal.

Wonder Boy III: Monster Lair

Playing together in co-op

A colorful arcade platformer with shoot-'em-up elements where you fight through monster-filled stages as Leo and Priscilla, solo or in two-player co-op. Fast, accessible retro action.

Capcom Arcade Stadium

Playing together in co-op

A compilation of 32 Capcom arcade classics spanning three decades, including Street Fighter II, Strider and 1942. Short, punishing quarter-muncher sessions that deliver nostalgic fun solo or with friends.

Transformice

Jumping and platforming

A chaotic multiplayer game where you play a mouse racing with around 20 others to bring cheese home, while a shaman player spawns physics objects to help or hinder the group.

Sonic Mania

Strong soundtrack

A lovingly crafted return to classic 2D Sonic, with blazing-fast pixel-art stages, inventive remixes of beloved zones and a cracking soundtrack that nails the Genesis-era feel.

Micro Mages

Fantasy setting

You platform through a demon fortress as a mage in a loving homage to classic NES-era action platformers. Fairies and magical seagulls come to your aid, giving the old-school formula a fresh spin.

Pico Park 2

Co-op or multiplayer

A chaotic co-op puzzle platformer for 2 to 8 players where only communication and teamwork get everyone through each level. Simple pixel visuals, lots of laughs and the occasional friendly argument are guaranteed.

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