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Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III

Taito · Jul 11, 2024

PS5 · Series X|S · PS4 · Xbox One · Switch

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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 swings colorful parasols filled with magical powers. Use parasols as a shield against enemy projectiles or to stun, pick up and throw foes as projectiles themselves! Parasol Stars released in 1991 as the sequel to Rainbow Islands, marks the third installment in Taito's massively successful Bubble Bobble series of action platformers and has lost none of its colorful charm throughout the years. High-score hunters can rejoice because just like in the bubble-filled predecessor skillful play will quickly fill the levels with sweet and fruity collectibles that can be gathered to climb the leaderboard. Look out for a variety of pick-ups to be found granting you all sorts of special powers from bouncing energy balls to screen-clearing magic. Play on your own or bring a friend and take on the challenging levels together! Just like using enemies as projectiles, flinging your buddy against the enemies could be a good strategy. But be careful, as you won't only

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  • Pure Nintendo

    Trevor Gould · Aug 15, 2024

    8.0
    Though some extras would’ve been beneficial, Parasol Stars is a likable release in many ways. It’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 to scoop up this “third” entry, as will fans of quarter munchers, even if this classic skipped the arcades for the home console realm.
  • EnternityGR

    Νικήτας Καβουκλής · Aug 05, 2024

    6.0
    Το Parasol Stars – The Story of Bubble Bobble III είναι μια καλή ευκαιρία για ένα ταξίδι στο ένδοξο παρελθόν, αλλά ως εκεί. Το θετικό είναι η χαμηλή τιμή του, που θα δελεάσει πολλούς, έστω να το δοκιμάσουν. Α, και η δυνατότητα να το κουβαλάτε παντού με το Nintendo Switch.
  • TheSixthAxis

    Tuffcub · Jul 09, 2024

    8.0
    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.
  • PlayStation Country

    Richie · Jul 05, 2024

    7.0
    Parasol Stars remains as cute, fun and pretty as ever. It's also just as savagely hard as we remember at times.

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