Puzzle Bobble 3D: Vacation Odyssey is launching exclusively on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5; it will also be released as a boxed version on September 9. The game is priced at $29.99, with pre-orders now open.
The game is the newest title launching under this long-standing puzzle franchise. However, this is the first in the series to offer full 3D graphics. In addition, it comes with enhancements for PS5 and full compatibility with PSVR.
Meanwhile, those who buy the PS4 version can download the one for PS5 at no extra cost. As a special bonus, each copy of the PS5 version comes with a download code for PS4, which is required for playing the game in VR.
In Puzzle Bobble 3D: Vacation Odyssey, the bubble dragon brothers are enjoying their island vacation when things take an unexpected turn. Players get to explore tropical islands, lakesides, and even pyramids, all while solving 100 puzzles.
Features of the game include:
- 100 New Puzzles
- Solve brand-new 3D puzzles with special bubbles, fun power-ups, and items, which add more depth and physics for a mind-bending challenge.
- Full PSVR Support [optional]
- Virtual reality transforms players into bubble-popping dragons with a first-person perspective.
- There are even physicalized interactions when paired with PlayStation Move controllers.
- Players can switch seamlessly between playing on TV and VR.
- Three Unique Puzzle Modes
- Master the 100 progressively difficult puzzles in Story Mode.
- Kick back and pop endless puzzles in Infinite Mode.
- Go online in 1v1 Duel Mode, which supports matches across PS4, PS5, and PSVR.
- Easy to Pick-Up-&-Play but Challenging to Master
- The game offers simple controls and intuitive game mechanics.
- Be ready for puzzle popping in a fun and non-intimidating way.
- Fantastic tunes
- Includes an all-new score by Zuntata, the composer for the original series.
There’s no question that with 3D graphics and optional VR experience, this is truly the next evolution of the classic Japanese puzzle game series.
Pre-orders for Puzzle Bobble 3D: Vacation Odyssey are now available at the official website and on Amazon. There are also upcoming Limited and Collector’s Editions, now up for pre-orders at Gamesrocket. The Collector's Edition comes with either the PS4 or PS5 game version, along with additional goodies, such as the Collector's Edition box, reversible poster, soundtrack, key chains, sticker set, beach towel, decal sticker, postcard set, and manual.