Bomberman
The playable hero who places bombs, clears maze stages, and competes in battle arenas.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
Arrow UpArrow DownArrow LeftArrow Right | Move Bomberman |
|---|---|
A | Place a bomb |
Start | Pause the game |
How it plays
How does Bomberman II play?
The game is viewed from above on single-screen maze arenas. In the adventure, Bomberman must navigate each stage, destroy soft blocks, defeat enemies, collect power-ups, and locate the exit or fulfill the stage objective before advancing.
Players move through corridors and place bombs whose cross-shaped blasts expand across open tiles. Explosions can be used to clear paths or chain other bombs, but they also destroy Bomberman. A separate battle mode supports competitive arena play, where players try to eliminate opponents with carefully timed blasts and available power-ups.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Bomberman II?
Plan an escape route before placing a bomb. Early stages are safest when you clear nearby blocks first, rather than trapping yourself behind the blast radius.
Use blast extensions and chain reactions carefully. In battle mode, hide behind blocks when necessary, then close escape routes with overlapping explosions instead of placing bombs directly beside an opponent.
Prioritize movement and bomb-range upgrades, but remember that extra power can make your own explosions harder to avoid.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Always leave an open tile or a known escape path before placing a bomb.
- 2
Watch the full blast line, including explosions that pass through newly destroyed blocks.
- 3
In battle mode, wait for opponents to commit before sealing their routes.
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