Bomberman
The player-controlled bomber who uses bombs, power-ups, and movement skills to clear stages and battle opponents.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
Control Pad | Move Bomberman Directional movement uses the Nintendo DS Control Pad. |
|---|---|
A | Place a bomb The exact control scheme can vary by regional release or configured options. |
How it plays
How does Bomberman 2 play?
Players guide Bomberman from an overhead, grid-based perspective. Bombs can clear soft blocks, open routes, defeat enemies, and trigger chain reactions, but their blast radius can also destroy the player. Stages require navigation, item collection, enemy management, and reaching the exit or completing the listed objective.
The adventure progresses through a sequence of areas and boss encounters. Power-ups can improve bomb capacity, blast range, movement, or other abilities. Separate battle modes support competitive matches, with arena layouts and rules designed for local multiplayer.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Bomberman 2?
Plan escape routes before placing a bomb, especially in narrow corridors. Use soft blocks to control the battlefield, but avoid trapping yourself behind the same blocks you are trying to destroy.
Collect range and bomb-capacity upgrades carefully, then use chain reactions to clear large sections efficiently. In multiplayer, vary your timing and approach rather than placing predictable bombs at the edge of the arena.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Bombs are dangerous to Bomberman as well as to enemies; always identify a safe route first.
- 2
A longer blast range is useful, but it also makes careless cornering more dangerous.
- 3
Use blocks and walls to delay opponents and create timed traps.
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