Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III
July 11, 2024
The legendary bubble dragons Bub and Bob are back... in human form!? In this critically acclaimed TAITO classic, available on modern consoles for the first time, the now-transformed Bubby and Bobby embark on a mission to save their neighboring planets. But this time, instead of blowing bubbles, our favorite duo …
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Critic Reviews (14)
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75.0
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90.0
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60.0
"Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III is a must-play for any fan of arcade-style retro games, especially those who love co-op."
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65.0
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70.0
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45.0
"Parasol Stars: The Story Of Bubble Bobble III is aimed at those who value fun gameplay without having to spend hours on builds or lore that is already over a decade old. Play alone or in local co-op and challenge …"
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85.0
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75.0
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90.0
"Parasol Stars is a fantastic, single screen game that challenges while it charms. Easy to learn but hard to put down, this game is what classic gaming is all about."
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92.0
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68.0
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48.0
"Still, when you’re dealing with one of the best Hucard games on the entire console, the only thing that gets in the way comes from the price being a bit steeper than a VC title on the Wii would have …"
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72.0
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58.0
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64.0
"The game looks fine. It’s overall very bright and colorful; there’s a decent variety of enemies you’ll encounter throughout the levels. Given it’s an arcade game ported to consoles, it fits the bill. The arcade-y pixels might bring back some …"
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55.0
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70.0
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65.0
"Parasol Stars is still a fun and colourful platform game, an heirloom from a simpler and more innocent era that is worth preserving. The low price and online leaderboards are a good incentive to embark on this journey into the …"
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90.0
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85.0
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70.0
"A fantastic modern port of a criminally overlooked classic."
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70.0
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80.0
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75.0
"Overall, this is easily the best way to enjoy Parasol Stars on modern systems. For me, it’s probably not the strongest game in the Bubble Bobble trilogy. But in no way dismisses all the elements this game gets right. It …"
Read original review"Not a bad low-key bit of old-school arcade action, but it pales in comparison to its OG namesake"
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60.0
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85.0
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70.0
"Whether you are a veteran to the Bubble Bobble series or a newcomer, Parasol Stars is a classic title that’s fun for all to enjoy. Grab your parasol and jump in."
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60.0
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70.0
"There&s;s not much to say about Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III, as it retains its original incarnation despite some modern improvements. Bub and Bob&s;s third adventure remains incredibly enjoyable and fun. While more bonus material would have …"
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70.0
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85.0
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45.0
"Though some extras would&s;ve been beneficial, Parasol Stars is a likable release in many ways. It&s;s straightforward fun yet still offers plenty of excitement as you find secret doors, the "Hurry" message appears, and more. Bubble Bobble fans will want …"
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75.0
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85.0
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65.0
"A superb, crisp version of the arcade classic with plenty of replayability and tonnes of secrets to uncover. An absolute must for fans who want to complete the trilogy."
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