Console Archives Bubble Bobble Launches August 26 for Switch 2 and PS5

By Sakib Khandokar, Lead Analyst Published Aug 25, 2026, 1:49 PM UTC 1 min read

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Console Archives Bubble Bobble Launches August 26 for Switch 2 and PS5

Hamster has announced that Console Archives Bubble Bobble will launch for the Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5 on August 26. The classic arcade title will be priced at $7.99 / 800 yen.

Quick Facts

Release Date: August 26
Platforms: Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5
Price: $7.99 / 800 yen
Publisher: Hamster
Original Release: TAITO, 1988 (8-bit home console)

Classic Gameplay and New Additions

Originally released by TAITO in 1988 for an 8-bit home console, Bubble Bobble is an action game where players control Bub and Bob. After being transformed into Bubble Dragons, the duo sets out on an adventure across 100 stages to rescue their kidnapped girlfriends, Betty and Patty.

As part of the Console Archives series, this release brings several modern quality-of-life additions to support players. The package includes customizable button layouts, rapid-fire settings, multiple save points, and a rewind function. Visual options allow players to adjust screen layouts and apply CRT TV filters to recreate a nostalgic atmosphere.