Bomberman
The controllable hero who places bombs, clears arenas, and confronts enemies and rival players.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
Arrow UpArrow DownArrow LeftArrow Right | Move Bomberman Directional movement in the arena. |
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X | Place a bomb Places a bomb at Bomberman's current position. |
Start | Pause or confirm Function can vary by menu context. |
Control notes
Button labels follow the standard PlayStation controller notation.
Menu controls may vary by screen.
How it plays
How does Bomberman Party Edition play?
The game uses a top-down perspective. In single-player stages, Bomberman clears enemies and obstacles, finds the exit, and advances through increasingly difficult areas.
Players move through a grid, place bombs, and use blast-extending, bomb-count, movement, and related power-ups. Bomb explosions destroy soft blocks and can also harm the player, so positioning and escape routes are central.
Battle modes place players in enclosed arenas. The objective is to eliminate opponents or outlast them, with changing arena layouts and power-ups adding tactical variety.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Bomberman Party Edition?
Break nearby soft blocks early, but do not trap Bomberman behind a bomb. Before placing a bomb, identify at least one safe route and remember that blast lines stop at solid walls.
Prioritize blast-range and bomb-count power-ups when they can be collected safely. In battles, avoid predictable corners, use chain reactions carefully, and let opponents commit to dangerous positions before attacking.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Keep an escape square available whenever a bomb is placed.
- 2
Use soft blocks to control routes, but avoid blocking your own access to power-ups.
- 3
In battles, watch the arena rather than focusing only on your own bomb.
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