Rainbow Islands: The Story of Bubble Bobble 2

About

Rainbow Islands: The Story of Bubble Bobble 2 is a platform puzzle sequel where two characters jump, collect items, and fight bosses across ten vibrant worlds. Players guide Bubby and Bobby to gather gems and smash obstacles while avoiding enemies. The game supports single and two-player modes with cooperative action. Boss battles require memorizing patterns and timing attacks. Levels grow denser with hazards as the game advances. The arcade version emphasized high scores with tight controls and quick level resets. Released in late 1987, it expanded on the original Bubble Bobble formula with new mechanics like teleporting and environmental puzzles. While not as widely played as the first game, it has a loyal following among retro fans. The game saw numerous ports to 8-bit and 16-bit systems including the PC and Turbografx-16. Modern re-releases maintain its availability. Its charm rests in the tight action and the challenge of mastering each boss’s attack cycle.

Storyline

Bubby and Bobby set off to rescue the inhabitants of the Rainbow Islands, who have been turned into Bubble Dragons by the evil Boss of Shadow. They must collect the big gems and mirrors on the ten Rainbow Islands and defeat the Boss of Shadow to return the islanders to normal.