Bomberman
The player character and central figure of the Bomberman series.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
D-pad | Move the falling panel or cursor. |
|---|---|
A | Rotate the current panel arrangement. |
B | Rotate the current panel arrangement in the opposite direction. |
START | Pause or begin the selected mode. |
Control notes
The exact effect of A and B can depend on the current panel state.
How it plays
How does Panic Bomber play?
Panels descend into the playfield, and the player shifts and arranges them to create matching groups. Completed arrangements activate bombs, clear panels, and can produce chains that send pressure to the opponent.
The main progression is stage-based. Single-player battles introduce opponents with different patterns and increasing difficulty, while versus play emphasizes timing, efficient clearing, and making larger chains. The player must manage the rising stack before it reaches the top.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Panic Bomber?
Build chains instead of clearing every panel immediately. Keep the lower field organized, watch the height of the stack, and preserve useful bomb panels for a larger reaction.
In versus play, quick clears are useful for survival, but well-prepared chains create stronger attacks. Avoid filling the center and leave room to adjust falling panels.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Prioritize keeping the stack low.
- 2
Plan around bomb panels and look for chain reactions.
- 3
Use versus matches to practice timing and panel management.
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