Statements (1,135)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:Arcade
gptkb:video_game gptkb:video_game_franchise gptkb:video_game_series |
| gptkbp:accessibility |
widely accessible
|
| gptkbp:adaptation |
gptkb:anime_series
gptkb:anime_adaptation gptkb:manga |
| gptkbp:adaptations |
gptkb:anime_series
|
| gptkbp:affects |
varied
distinctive satisfying sound effects satisfying sounds |
| gptkbp:ai |
simple
computer-controlled computer-controlled opponents competent computer opponents |
| gptkbp:animation_style |
smooth
cartoonish |
| gptkbp:arcade_cabinet |
yes
classic design |
| gptkbp:art_style |
gptkb:2_D
Cartoonish cartoonish colorful colorful and cartoonish 2 D graphics 2 D sprites |
| gptkbp:artworks |
yes
|
| gptkbp:available_on |
gptkb:PC
gptkb:Nintendo_Switch gptkb:Xbox gptkb:multiple_platforms gptkb:Play_Station |
| gptkbp:boss_fights |
yes
|
| gptkbp:character |
gptkb:Bub
gptkb:Bob gptkb:Puff |
| gptkbp:character_customization |
limited
|
| gptkbp:character_design |
iconic
iconic characters cute characters colorful and cute cute and appealing characters |
| gptkbp:characters |
gptkb:Bub
gptkb:Bob multiple playable characters Various creatures Bub and Bob Bub, Bob, and others |
| gptkbp:collaborations |
yes
|
| gptkbp:collectibility |
yes
|
| gptkbp:color |
yes
core mechanic |
| gptkbp:community |
gptkb:fanbase
active fan art tournaments Active fanbase active online community fan games active fanbase |
| gptkbp:community_events |
gptkb:Yes
gptkb:true yes held regularly fan events tournaments fan gatherings fan conventions fan-organized tournaments fan-organized events fan conventions and meetups |
| gptkbp:community_support |
yes
|
| gptkbp:competitors |
yes
|
| gptkbp:composer |
gptkb:Yoshio_Tsuchiya
|
| gptkbp:console_version |
available
|
| gptkbp:controls |
simple
simple controls intuitive simple and intuitive |
| gptkbp:cosplay |
yes
|
| gptkbp:created_by |
gptkb:Taito_Corporation
|
| gptkbp:critical_reception |
Generally positive
positive generally positive |
| gptkbp:crossover |
gptkb:Taito_games
yes other games various games with other franchises with other games collaborations with other games |
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
gptkb:significant
high iconic status inspired adaptations inspired merchandise Iconic status in gaming influenced other games popular in arcades iconic status in gaming influenced gaming culture influential in puzzle genre significant in gaming culture inspired clones influenced puzzle genre popular arcade game |
| gptkbp:customization_options |
custom skins
|
| gptkbp:developed_by |
gptkb:Taito
|
| gptkbp:developer |
gptkb:Taito
|
| gptkbp:difficulty |
varies
varied Varies by level increasing increases with levels increasing difficulty scales with progress |
| gptkbp:difficulty_levels |
gptkb:medium
gptkb:Yes Easy yes Expert Normal easy Hard varied multiple hard multiple difficulty levels multiple levels gradual Multiple difficulty levels varied difficulty multiple difficulty settings |
| gptkbp:dlc |
gptkb:Yes
no yes |
| gptkbp:engine |
Taito's own engine
|
| gptkbp:esports |
gptkb:Yes
no yes featured in tournaments featured in competitions emerging scene featured in esports events esports presence not prominent featured in competitive gaming emerging presence featured in some |
| gptkbp:events |
gptkb:seasonal_events
yes seasonal |
| gptkbp:expansion |
yes
|
| gptkbp:fan_art |
gptkb:true
yes popular popular among fans Popular among fans widely created plentiful popular among artists popular fan art widely created by fans |
| gptkbp:fan_base |
gptkb:true
active yes large dedicated active community active online community dedicated community dedicated fanbase active online presence |
| gptkbp:fan_engagement |
yes
|
| gptkbp:fan_events |
yes
featured in gaming conventions featured at |
| gptkbp:features |
gptkb:multiplayer_mode
yes |
| gptkbp:features_character |
gptkb:Bub
gptkb:Bob |
| gptkbp:first_appearance |
gptkb:1994
arcade cabinets |
| gptkbp:first_released |
gptkb:Europe
gptkb:1994 gptkb:Japan gptkb:North_America 1994-11-01 1994-11-27 1994 in Japan 1994 arcade version |
| gptkbp:franchise |
gptkb:Bust-a-Move_franchise
gptkb:Taito_franchise yes successful Puzzle Bobble series Puzzle Bobble franchise Taito franchises |
| gptkbp:game_appearance |
yes
various adaptations made |
| gptkbp:game_awards |
gptkb:Yes
yes multiple multiple awards various nominations multiple nominations nominated for awards Multiple awards nominated for various awards nominated nominated for several nominated for several awards won several |
| gptkbp:game_community |
dedicated
active online forums active online community dedicated fanbase |
| gptkbp:game_design |
well-received
simple mechanics simple yet challenging Simple mechanics simple yet addictive |
| gptkbp:game_engine |
gptkb:Taito_Type_X
gptkb:custom_engine_by_Taito gptkb:custom_engine gptkb:Custom_engine Custom Engine Taito's proprietary engine Taito's own engine |
| gptkbp:game_features |
gptkb:power-ups
gptkb:seasonal_events gptkb:visual_effects gptkb:online_multiplayer gptkb:editor Color matching community events Customizable settings Leaderboards customization options boss battles background music sound effects achievements daily challenges Replayability Co-op play cross-platform play leaderboards character selection local co-op unlockable content level progression Tutorial mode Achievements and trophies endless mode tutorial mode varied levels combos time attack mode Combo system Hints and tips fan art contests Chain reactions spectator mode streaming support Score multipliers variety of modes dynamic difficulty co-op gameplay options special bubbles power-ups and obstacles various modes and challenges |
| gptkbp:game_length |
varies
short short sessions varies by player skill Short sessions |
| gptkbp:game_mechanic |
match-three
bubble shooting Bubble shooting matching colors clearing bubbles shooting bubbles |
| gptkbp:game_mechanics |
gptkb:power-ups
color matching combos bubble shooting match three matching colors clearing bubbles bubble shooting mechanics shooting bubbles match three or more bubbles |
| gptkbp:game_mode |
single-player
multiplayer |
| gptkbp:game_modes |
gptkb:Arcade
gptkb:Single_Player gptkb:Endless_Mode gptkb:Challenge_Mode gptkb:challenges gptkb:Eternals Competitive Multiplayer Single-player yes multiple single-player Co-op Story Mode Time Attack multiplayer various difficulty levels Story mode single-player and multiplayer various game modes co-op endless mode Challenge mode Endless mode various modes Arcade mode Time attack mode various game modes available versus 2 Player Battle Mode 2 Player Game Mode 2 Player Mode |
| gptkbp:game_updates |
gptkb:Yes
yes regular updates regular content updates frequent updates regularly released regularly updated received updates over the years regularly updated with new content new features added added new features |
| gptkbp:gameplay |
match-three
Match-3 mechanics bubble shooting Bubble shooting |
| gptkbp:genre |
gptkb:Puzzle
|
| gptkbp:goal |
clear the screen
|
| gptkbp:graphics |
gptkb:2_D
bright and colorful colorful colorful and vibrant bright and colorful graphics 2 D sprites bright and engaging |
| gptkbp:has_achievements |
gptkb:Yes
gptkb:true yes available in-game rewards achievements system unlockable |
| gptkbp:has_adaptation |
gptkb:anime_series
Manga series Merchandise line |
| gptkbp:has_art_style |
cartoonish
|
| gptkbp:has_awards |
gptkb:Best_Family_Game
yes multiple awards Best Puzzle Game Best Arcade Game Various arcade awards |
| gptkbp:has_cameo |
yes
various games |
| gptkbp:has_character |
gptkb:Bub
gptkb:Bob |
| gptkbp:has_collaborations_with |
yes
|
| gptkbp:has_community |
gptkb:fanbase
active yes Tournaments Online forums online forums tournaments Active community active community social media groups Competitive players fan sites |
| gptkbp:has_console_versions |
yes
|
| gptkbp:has_crossover |
gptkb:Yes
yes featured in crossover titles |
| gptkbp:has_crossover_storylines |
yes
|
| gptkbp:has_events |
yes
|
| gptkbp:has_expansion |
yes
|
| gptkbp:has_fan_base |
gptkb:Yes
yes dedicated |
| gptkbp:has_film |
yes
|
| gptkbp:has_game_critics |
yes
|
| gptkbp:has_leaderboards |
gptkb:Yes
gptkb:true yes online |
| gptkbp:has_legacy |
gptkb:Cultural_impact
yes strong cult following Iconic characters Long-running series remains popular today popular in arcades inspired game mechanics long-lasting franchise influenced puzzle genre Influential in puzzle genre Influence on puzzle genre Recognition in gaming history |
| gptkbp:has_limitations |
No
|
| gptkbp:has_lore |
yes
|
| gptkbp:has_merchandise |
gptkb:clothing
gptkb:collectibles gptkb:Yes gptkb:true gptkb:accessories gptkb:toys yes soundtracks Toys and collectibles artbooks |
| gptkbp:has_puzzle_mode |
yes
|
| gptkbp:has_reception |
positive
|
| gptkbp:has_replay_value |
high
|
| gptkbp:has_retrospectives |
yes
|
| gptkbp:has_sections |
yes
|
| gptkbp:has_sequel |
gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble_3
gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Everybubble! gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble_2 yes |
| gptkbp:has_social_media_presence |
yes
|
| gptkbp:has_soundtrack |
gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble_2_Soundtrack
gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble_3_Soundtrack gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble_4_Soundtrack gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble_Original_Soundtrack gptkb:Yes gptkb:true yes original soundtrack Original soundtrack |
| gptkbp:has_spin_off |
gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Mini
gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Pocket gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_10_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_3_D_Edition gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_3_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_4_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_5_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_6_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_7_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_8_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_9_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Adventure gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Blast gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Challenge gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Deluxe gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Remix gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Revolution gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Revolution_2 gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_11_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_12_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_14_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_16_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_18_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_20_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_21_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_22_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_24_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_28_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_30_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_32_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_36_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_40_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Adventure_Time gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Heroes gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Infinity gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Legends gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Saga gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_2_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_3_D gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Arcade_Edition gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Galaxy gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Party gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Quest gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_VR gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble_3 gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble_3_D gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble_4 gptkb:Yes gptkb:Bust-a-Move gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Everybubble! yes Puzzle Bobble series Bust-a-Move series Puzzle Bobble: 0 Puzzle Bobble: 1 Puzzle Bobble: 10 Puzzle Bobble: 11 Puzzle Bobble: 12 Puzzle Bobble: 13 Puzzle Bobble: 14 Puzzle Bobble: 15 Puzzle Bobble: 16 Puzzle Bobble: 17 Puzzle Bobble: 18 Puzzle Bobble: 19 Puzzle Bobble: 2 Puzzle Bobble: 20 Puzzle Bobble: 3 Puzzle Bobble: 4 Puzzle Bobble: 5 Puzzle Bobble: 6 Puzzle Bobble: 7 Puzzle Bobble: 8 Puzzle Bobble: 9 Puzzle Bobble: Journey Puzzle Bobble: 1 Player Puzzle Bobble: Arcade Puzzle Bobble: 13 Player Puzzle Bobble: 15 Player Puzzle Bobble: 17 Player Puzzle Bobble: 19 Player Puzzle Bobble: 23 Player Puzzle Bobble: 25 Player Puzzle Bobble: 26 Player Puzzle Bobble: 27 Player Puzzle Bobble: 29 Player Puzzle Bobble: 31 Player Puzzle Bobble: 33 Player Puzzle Bobble: 34 Player Puzzle Bobble: 35 Player Puzzle Bobble: 37 Player Puzzle Bobble: 38 Player Puzzle Bobble: 39 Player Puzzle Bobble: 41 Player Puzzle Bobble 5 Puzzle Bobble: 21 Puzzle Bobble: 22 Puzzle Bobble: 23 Puzzle Bobble: 24 Puzzle Bobble: 25 Puzzle Bobble: 26 Puzzle Bobble: 27 Puzzle Bobble: Battle Puzzle Bobble: Blast! Puzzle Bobble: Old School Puzzle Bobble: Party. Puzzle Bobble: Pocket Edition Puzzle Bobble: Rainbow Puzzle Bobble: Remix 10 Puzzle Bobble: Remix 2 Puzzle Bobble: Remix 3 Puzzle Bobble: Remix 4 Puzzle Bobble: Remix 5 Puzzle Bobble: Remix 6 Puzzle Bobble: Remix 7 Puzzle Bobble: Remix 8 Puzzle Bobble: Remix 9 Puzzle Bobble: Superstars Puzzle Bobble: Universe Puzzle Bobble: World |
| gptkbp:has_spin_offs |
gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Mini
gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Pocket gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_10_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_4_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_5_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_6_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_7_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_8_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_9_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Adventure gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Blast gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Challenge gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Deluxe gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Remix gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Revolution gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_11_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_12_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_14_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_16_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_18_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_20_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_21_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_22_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_24_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_28_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_30_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_32_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_36_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_40_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_42_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_44_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_48_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_50_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Adventure_Time gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Chronicles gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Classic gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Heroes gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Infinity gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Legends gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Mega gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Odyssey gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Pop gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Saga gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Shuffle gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Super gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Time_Adventure gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Time_Attack gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Time_Challenge gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Time_Chronicles gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Time_Journey gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Time_Odyssey gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Time_Quest gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Time_Rush gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Time_Saga gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Time_Trials gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Time_Warp gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Ultimate gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_4_Player_Battle gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble_Plus! gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_2_Player gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_3_D gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Arcade_Edition gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Galaxy gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Party gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Quest gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_VR gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble_3 gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble_4 gptkb:Yes gptkb:Bust-a-Move gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Everybubble! yes multiple numerous numerous adaptations numerous titles multiple spin-offs numerous spin-off titles Bust-a-Move series Puzzle Bobble: 1 Puzzle Bobble: 10 Puzzle Bobble: 11 Puzzle Bobble: 12 Puzzle Bobble: 13 Puzzle Bobble: 14 Puzzle Bobble: 15 Puzzle Bobble: 16 Puzzle Bobble: 17 Puzzle Bobble: 18 Puzzle Bobble: 19 Puzzle Bobble: 2 Puzzle Bobble: 20 Puzzle Bobble: 3 Puzzle Bobble: 4 Puzzle Bobble: 5 Puzzle Bobble: 6 Puzzle Bobble: 7 Puzzle Bobble: 8 Puzzle Bobble: 9 Puzzle Bobble: Journey Puzzle Bobble: 1 Player Puzzle Bobble: Arcade numerous spin-off titles. Puzzle Bobble: 13 Player Puzzle Bobble: 15 Player Puzzle Bobble: 17 Player Puzzle Bobble: 19 Player Puzzle Bobble: 23 Player Puzzle Bobble: 25 Player Puzzle Bobble: 26 Player Puzzle Bobble: 27 Player Puzzle Bobble: 29 Player Puzzle Bobble: 31 Player Puzzle Bobble: 33 Player Puzzle Bobble: 34 Player Puzzle Bobble: 35 Player Puzzle Bobble: 37 Player Puzzle Bobble: 38 Player Puzzle Bobble: 39 Player Puzzle Bobble: 41 Player Puzzle Bobble: 43 Player Puzzle Bobble: 45 Player Puzzle Bobble: 46 Player Puzzle Bobble: 47 Player Puzzle Bobble: 49 Player Puzzle Bobble: 21 Puzzle Bobble: 22 Puzzle Bobble: 23 Puzzle Bobble: 24 Puzzle Bobble: 25 Puzzle Bobble: 26 Puzzle Bobble: 27 Puzzle Bobble: 28 Puzzle Bobble: 29 Puzzle Bobble: 30 Puzzle Bobble: 31 Puzzle Bobble: 32 Puzzle Bobble: 33 Puzzle Bobble: 34 Puzzle Bobble: 35 Puzzle Bobble: 36 Puzzle Bobble: 37 Puzzle Bobble: 38 Puzzle Bobble: 39 Puzzle Bobble: 40 Puzzle Bobble: 41 Puzzle Bobble: 42 Puzzle Bobble: 43 Puzzle Bobble: 44 Puzzle Bobble: 45 Puzzle Bobble: 46 Puzzle Bobble: 47 Puzzle Bobble: 48 Puzzle Bobble: 49 |
| gptkbp:has_style |
yes
|
| gptkbp:has_timed_challenges |
yes
|
| gptkbp:history |
long-standing
part of gaming history long history in gaming long-standing franchise |
| gptkbp:home_console_release |
yes
|
| gptkbp:home_port |
gptkb:PC
gptkb:Nintendo_Switch gptkb:Xbox gptkb:Play_Station Mobile yes |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Puzzle Bobble
|
| gptkbp:in-game_currency |
gptkb:none
gptkb:coins Points no points system yes points |
| gptkbp:in-game_items |
gptkb:power-ups
gptkb:collectibles power-ups and bonuses |
| gptkbp:includes |
gptkb:Yes
|
| gptkbp:influence |
gptkb:significant
|
| gptkbp:influenced |
many puzzle games
other puzzle games |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:Bubble_Bobble
gptkb:Bubble_Shooter gptkb:Tetris gptkb:Arkanoid gptkb:Dr._Mario gptkb:Taito's_Bubble_Bobble gptkb:Bust-a-Move Columns |
| gptkbp:influenced_games |
gptkb:Puzzle_Quest
gptkb:Zuma gptkb:Bejeweled gptkb:Candy_Crush_Saga gptkb:Zookeeper_Battle many many puzzle games many clones similar puzzle games |
| gptkbp:influences |
gptkb:Bubble_Bobble
gptkb:game_mechanics Other puzzle games |
| gptkbp:innovation |
notable
|
| gptkbp:inspiration |
gptkb:Arcade
gptkb:Bubble_Bobble_series carnival games game design puzzle genre puzzle mechanics other puzzle games color matching games various mobile games game design and mechanics from earlier puzzle games |
| gptkbp:inspired |
many clones
Various spin-offs other puzzle games bubble shooter genre competitive puzzle games |
| gptkbp:inspired_by |
gptkb:Bubble_Bobble
gptkb:Bubble_Shooter gptkb:Tetris gptkb:Taito's_Bubble_Bobble Taito's arcade games Bubble Bobble arcade game Bubble Bobble characters |
| gptkbp:is_available_on |
gptkb:mobile_devices
gptkb:PC gptkb:Xbox gptkb:Nintendo_e_Shop gptkb:Steam gptkb:Play_Station_Store consoles |
| gptkbp:is_influential_in |
puzzle gaming history
|
| gptkbp:is_part_of |
Puzzle Bobble series
|
| gptkbp:is_popular_in |
gptkb:Europe
gptkb:Japan gptkb:North_America arcades |
| gptkbp:is_updated_by |
regular
|
| gptkbp:latest_version |
gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble_(home_console)
gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Arcade_Edition gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble_3_D gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Everybubble! yes 2022-12-01 Puzzle Bobble 3 D: Vacation Odyssey Puzzle Bobble (arcade) |
| gptkbp:legacy |
yes
cult classic influential enduring puzzle genre influential puzzle game long-running franchise influential in puzzle genre influenced many games continues to inspire new games Influential in puzzle genre popular arcade game iconic puzzle game influential in puzzle game design puzzle genre pioneer influenced many puzzle games puzzle gaming legacy |
| gptkbp:level |
gptkb:Multiple
gptkb:100 over 100 multiple many varied level designs hundreds of levels |
| gptkbp:level_design |
varied
progressive progressively challenging progressive difficulty increasing difficulty |
| gptkbp:localization |
Multiple languages
multiple languages translated into multiple languages |
| gptkbp:main_character |
gptkb:Bub
gptkb:Bob Bub and Bob |
| gptkbp:marketing_strategy |
yes
|
| gptkbp:mechanics |
arcade-style physics
matching colors shooting bubbles |
| gptkbp:merchandise |
gptkb:clothing
gptkb:toys_and_collectibles gptkb:accessories gptkb:toys yes available various merchandise Toys and collectibles |
| gptkbp:merchandising |
gptkb:toys_and_collectibles
Clothing and accessories featured in various media various merchandise available |
| gptkbp:mobile_app |
gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble_(mobile)
gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble_Journey gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble_3_D yes available released on smartphones |
| gptkbp:multiplayer |
gptkb:True
gptkb:Yes gptkb:true no yes available competitive varies by version up to 2 players available in some versions |
| gptkbp:music_composer |
gptkb:Taito_Sound_Team
|
| gptkbp:notable_feature |
colorful graphics
cooperative gameplay competitive gameplay |
| gptkbp:notable_interview |
yes
|
| gptkbp:notable_production |
Taito team
Taito developers |
| gptkbp:number_of_players |
1-2
|
| gptkbp:objective |
clear the screen
match three or more bubbles clear the screen of bubbles |
| gptkbp:part_of_series |
Puzzle Bobble series
|
| gptkbp:pcrelease |
yes
|
| gptkbp:platform |
gptkb:Arcade
gptkb:Nintendo_Switch gptkb:Game_Boy gptkb:Neo_Geo gptkb:Play_Station no yes available cross-platform play |
| gptkbp:platforms |
gptkb:Arcade
gptkb:PC gptkb:Nintendo_Switch gptkb:Xbox gptkb:Play_Station Mobile multiple gaming platforms various consoles multiple consoles |
| gptkbp:players |
Bub and Bob
|
| gptkbp:popularity |
high
cult classic remains high remains popular today |
| gptkbp:power_ups |
gptkb:bombs
gptkb:Yes gptkb:true yes available limited various types color change various power-ups available in gameplay line clear |
| gptkbp:publisher |
gptkb:Taito_Corporation
|
| gptkbp:puzzles |
gptkb:strategy
yes increases with levels challenging and creative |
| gptkbp:rating |
yes
|
| gptkbp:record |
yes
|
| gptkbp:release_date |
gptkb:1994
gptkb:1995 gptkb:1996 gptkb:1997 gptkb:1998 gptkb:1999 gptkb:2000 gptkb:2001 gptkb:2002 gptkb:2003 gptkb:2004 gptkb:2005 gptkb:2006 gptkb:2007 gptkb:2008 gptkb:2009 gptkb:2010 gptkb:2011 gptkb:2012 gptkb:2013 gptkb:2014 gptkb:2015 gptkb:2016 gptkb:2017 gptkb:2018 gptkb:2019 gptkb:2020 gptkb:2021 gptkb:2022 gptkb:2023 November 1994 1994-11-01 1994-11-27 |
| gptkbp:release_platform |
gptkb:Arcade
gptkb:PC gptkb:Nintendo_Switch gptkb:Xbox gptkb:multiple_platforms gptkb:Play_Station multiple multiple consoles arcade, console, mobile |
| gptkbp:release_region |
gptkb:Europe
gptkb:Japan gptkb:North_America |
| gptkbp:release_year |
gptkb:1994
gptkb:2022 |
| gptkbp:released_in |
gptkb:1994
|
| gptkbp:remake |
gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble_Remastered
gptkb:2018 gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_VR gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble_3_D gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble_4 gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Everybubble! gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble_VR yes multiple versions various platforms several remakes exist Puzzle Bobble 1 & 2 Puzzle Bobble 3 & 4 |
| gptkbp:remastered |
yes
|
| gptkbp:reprints |
yes
numerous many many clones exist |
| gptkbp:reviews |
yes
generally positive |
| gptkbp:sales |
yes
millions over 1 million copies over 30 million copies Over 30 million copies millions of copies sold millions of copies |
| gptkbp:score |
gptkb:Yes
|
| gptkbp:sequel |
gptkb:Bubble_Bobble
gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble_3 gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble_4 gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Everybubble! gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble_2 |
| gptkbp:series |
gptkb:Bubble_Bobble
gptkb:Bust-a-Move Puzzle Bobble series |
| gptkbp:set_in |
colorful world
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| gptkbp:setting |
gptkb:fantasy_world
gptkb:fantasy colorful environments colorful worlds Colorful environments colorful bubble-filled worlds Colorful bubble world colorful bubble world colorful bubble-filled environments |
| gptkbp:single_player |
gptkb:True
gptkb:Yes gptkb:true yes |
| gptkbp:sister_channel |
yes
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| gptkbp:soundtrack |
original compositions
upbeat original music original soundtrack Upbeat music upbeat music catchy music original soundtrack by Taito original music by Taito |
| gptkbp:special_move |
yes
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| gptkbp:speedrun_community |
gptkb:common
active yes popular Active community active community popular in speedrunning community active speedrunning community any% community exists |
| gptkbp:spin_off |
gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Mini
gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Pocket gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Adventure gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_On_the_Roll gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_3_D gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Galaxy gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_VR gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble_4 gptkb:Bust-a-Move gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Everybubble! Puzzle Bobble: Journey Puzzle Bobble: Bubble Buster |
| gptkbp:strategic_goals |
yes
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| gptkbp:strategy |
yes
strategic gameplay strategic planning required requires planning and skill planning shots plan shots carefully |
| gptkbp:streaming_platforms |
yes
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| gptkbp:successor |
gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble_3
gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble:_Everybubble! gptkb:Puzzle_Bobble_2 |
| gptkbp:supports_competitive_play |
gptkb:Yes
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| gptkbp:supports_coop |
gptkb:Yes
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| gptkbp:supports_coop_play |
gptkb:Yes
gptkb:true |
| gptkbp:taito |
gptkb:Company
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| gptkbp:target_audience |
All ages
all ages casual gamers puzzle enthusiasts |
| gptkbp:timed_challenges |
available
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| gptkbp:title |
gptkb:Bust-a-Move
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| gptkbp:tournament |
gptkb:competitive_tournaments
gptkb:true gptkb:Gaming yes held regularly held worldwide competitive play held occasionally Competitive play occasional competitive gaming events held globally held Puzzle Bobble Championship |
| gptkbp:tradition |
yes
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| gptkbp:trivia |
yes
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| gptkbp:tutorials |
gptkb:Yes
yes available for new players |
| gptkbp:updates |
gptkb:new_characters
yes Regular updates frequent new levels frequent updates new mechanics frequent patches various versions released frequent in later versions frequent updates for newer versions |
| gptkbp:user_interface |
user-friendly
intuitive simple and intuitive intuitive controls simple and clear |
| gptkbp:user_manual |
yes
available |
| gptkbp:voice_acting |
no
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Taito_Corporation
gptkb:Puyo_Puyo gptkb:Taito gptkb:Neo_Geo gptkb:Kiki_Kaikai |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
5
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