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Play Overview
Bomberman (2018) is the spiritual ancestor of last-player-standing battles like Fortnite and Apex Legends, but here you all play on the same screen and have the same bomb weapon. There are lots of versions, but in all of them, you battle with up to eight players in a variety of modes, power-ups and abilities.
As in games like Fortnite or Apex Legends, everyone fights to be the last player remaining. Here, though, you can see what the other players are doing the whole time because of the shared screen, and it becomes a game of bluff and double-bluff. Also, each round only lasts a few minutes so it’s easier to stop when it's dinner time.
Although skilled and competitive, the simplicity of the levels and limited ways to attack make this game accessible for all abilities. It’s raucous, explosive fun that fits into family life.
A version of Bomberman is available on most systems, although it’s worth reading a review of the specific versions before purchasing. For example, there are many versions for the Nintendo DS, but the original Bomberman game works best for families as it includes a ‘Download Play’ option, which allows you to download the game to up to 8 other DS consoles and then battle using a local wireless connection:
Super Bomberman R Online takes a highly customisable version of the game online in battle royale style. Exclusive to Stadia, this version pits up to 64 Players against each other. The game will be one of the first Stadia titles to take full advantage of Crowd Play, a feature that allows players to jump into a game with professional players on YouTube.
Our examiner, Andy Robertson, first checked Bomberman 4 years ago. It was re-examined by Ellen Robertson and updated 9 weeks ago.
As in games like Fortnite or Apex Legends, everyone fights to be the last player remaining. Here, though, you can see what the other players are doing the whole time because of the shared screen, and it becomes a game of bluff and double-bluff. Also, each round only lasts a few minutes so it’s easier to stop when it's dinner time.
Although skilled and competitive, the simplicity of the levels and limited ways to attack make this game accessible for all abilities. It’s raucous, explosive fun that fits into family life.
A version of Bomberman is available on most systems, although it’s worth reading a review of the specific versions before purchasing. For example, there are many versions for the Nintendo DS, but the original Bomberman game works best for families as it includes a ‘Download Play’ option, which allows you to download the game to up to 8 other DS consoles and then battle using a local wireless connection:
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Super Bomberman R Online takes a highly customisable version of the game online in battle royale style. Exclusive to Stadia, this version pits up to 64 Players against each other. The game will be one of the first Stadia titles to take full advantage of Crowd Play, a feature that allows players to jump into a game with professional players on YouTube.
Our examiner, Andy Robertson, first checked Bomberman 4 years ago. It was re-examined by Ellen Robertson and updated 9 weeks ago.
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Play Style
This is an Action and Traversal game with Fighting elements. You can play with 1 to 8 players in the same room or as a 64-player online game. Most versions of Bomberman support up to 8 players in the same room although this will be limited on PlayStation 4 which can only support 4 controllers. The new Stadia Super Bomberman R Online offers up to 64 online players.
You can play this game in the following styles:
Duration
Play Time: It takes between 5 minutes and 15 minutes to play a round of this game. Single rounds are quick but sessions combine multiple rounds into championships to see who can get the most points. These can go on all evening if the family are free.
Benefits
Age Ratings
Rated for younger players in Australia. Rated General (G) for Very Mild Violence.
Skill Level
6+ year-olds usually have the required skill to enjoy this game. You need to be able to plan when to drop your bombs to trap or hit other players. You also need to be able to cope with suddenly being blown up or trapping yourself by mistake.
Costs
Bomberman usually costs £34.99.
There are no additional in-game purchases, loot boxes, adverts or subscription costs.
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Game Details
Release Date: 15/03/2018
Out Now: 3DS and 2DS, Android, DS, Mac, PC, PS2, PS3, PS4, Stadia, Switch, Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox One and iOS
Skill Rating: 6+ year-olds
Players: 1-8 (64 online)
Genres: Action, Traversal and Fighting
Accessibility: 8 features
Components: 2D Overhead and Grid
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