Summary
- Release Year: 2002
- Genres: Puzzle, Strategy
- Platforms: Nintendo GameCube, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation, Xbox
- Developers: Runecraft, Zombie Studios
- Publishers: Jaleco
Super Bubble Pop: A Groovy Puzzle Adventure
Released in 2002 by Runecraft, Super Bubble Pop is a vibrant and engaging puzzle game that combines classic bubble-popping gameplay with a unique DJ-themed twist. Players take on the role of one of five DJ poppers, each with their own favorite bubble color and special attack. The goal of the game is to pop rows, columns, or stacks of three or more bubbles of the same color to clear them from the screen.
Gameplay
Super Bubble Pop features a variety of gameplay modes, including:
- 1-Player Mode: This mode offers three difficulty levels (Easy, Normal, and Hard) with 50 levels each. Players must pop all of the bubbles or collect a certain number of Level Stars to complete each level.
- 2-Player Mode: This mode allows two players to compete for the higher score. Players take turns popping bubbles and can use special attacks to sabotage their opponent’s progress.
- Training Mode: This mode allows players to practice their bubble-popping skills without any time limits or level goals.
DJ Poppers
Players can choose from five different DJ poppers, each with their own unique abilities:
- DJ Candy: Her favorite bubble color is pink, and her special attack is the Candy Rain, which launches a shower of pink bubbles that pop all bubbles of the same color.
- DJ Groovy: His favorite bubble color is blue, and his special attack is the Groovy Spin, which creates a spinning vortex that pops all bubbles in its path.
- DJ Metal: His favorite bubble color is green, and his special attack is the Metal Meltdown, which launches a wave of green bubbles that destroy all bubbles in its path.
- DJ Punk: Her favorite bubble color is yellow, and her special attack is the Punk Rock, which launches a series of yellow bubbles that bounce around the screen, popping all bubbles they touch.
- DJ Techno: He is an unlockable character whose favorite bubble color is purple, and his special attack is the Techno Blast, which launches a powerful beam of purple bubbles that pops all bubbles in its path.
Special Attacks
In addition to their unique special attacks, DJ poppers can also obtain nine different special attacks during the puzzles by getting special bubbles. These special attacks include:
- Bomb: Destroys all bubbles in a 3×3 area.
- Color Bomb: Destroys all bubbles of a specific color.
- Lightning: Destroys all bubbles in a vertical line.
- Rainbow: Destroys all bubbles on the screen.
- Star: Collects all Level Stars on the screen.
- Time Freeze: Stops the timer for a short period of time.
- Bubble Shield: Protects the player from being hit by bubbles for a short period of time.
- Extra Life: Gives the player an extra life.
- Super Special Attack: Unleashes the player’s DJ popper’s super special attack.
Presentation
Super Bubble Pop features colorful and vibrant graphics, with a unique DJ-themed aesthetic. The game’s soundtrack is also excellent, with a variety of groovy tunes that perfectly complement the gameplay.
Conclusion
Super Bubble Pop is a fun and challenging puzzle game that offers a unique and engaging experience. With its variety of gameplay modes, DJ poppers, special attacks, and colorful presentation, Super Bubble Pop is a great choice for puzzle fans of all ages.
Review Score
8/10
