#parasol stars

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The first boss in Parasol Stars : Bubble Bobble III

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warm up doodle but bubby from parasol stars is my victim

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Parasol Stars

Like its subtitle states, Taito’s Parasol Stars is a spinoff of Bubble Bobble, much like Rainbow Islands before it. You take on the role of Bubby and/or Bobby, here in human form, as they clear the screen of enemies, while gobbling up treats to score points. Rather than bubbles or rainbows, the chubby little heroes use their parasols to knock out the enemies. You can stun weaker foes by whacking them, which can then be juggled and tossed across the screen at other enemies. This is important, because stronger foes can’t be directly attacked, so you need toss at least a few other baddies at them before you can dispose of them. In some of these ways, it’s a little more like Don Doko Don, another similar platformer developed by Taito a few years prior. Unlike Bubble Bobble, many stages scroll horizontally back and forth, though they’re still quite small. Each stage is filled with hidden score items, many revealed by tossing things across the screen. With the umbrella extended, you can also float down slowly between platforms.

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Parasol Stars (TG-16 Mini)

Okay, there are more convoluted franchises out there, but Bubble Bobble has a lot of weird branches. Parasol Stars is the first game to carry the subtitle "The Story of Bubble Bobble III", but somehow wasn't the last. Well, anyway. This is the actual third game in the Bubble Bobble series, following from the original game and its beloved sequel Rainbow Islands. Notably, this was the first game in the series to be developed directly for the home market. There is no arcade version of Parasol Stars. Indeed, the very hardware it was developed first for was the PC Engine/TurboGrafx-16! A rather prestigious honor for NEC and Hudson's platform, in hindsight. I'm glad it was able to be included in the mini-console, considering its historical importance.

I'm also happy it's here because Parasol Stars is great. I like it better than Rainbow Islands, as its umbrella mechanics are just as deep as the rainbows while also being a lot more intuitive. The graphics are great, and the music (composed by Noriyuki Iwadare) holds up to the standards of the series. It has smaller levels than Rainbow Islands, but it isn't afraid to throw in a little scrolling here and there. There are lots of secret things to find, but unlike with Rainbow Islands they're neither required nor ridiculously esoteric. Indeed, in a lot of ways this feels more like a game designed for arcades than its predecessor.

I know this is a bit of a short entry coming off a few days without any articles, but in this case I don't have too much more to say without going into excessive detail. Parasol Stars is tons of fun. If you can't track down a TG-16 Mini to play it, you can also find it on most modern consoles now via ININ Games. If you enjoy elimination platformers, you should play this one in whatever fashion is accessible to you.

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Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III releases today digitally for the PS4/5, Xbox One/Series and Switch.

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NES Longplay [744] Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III

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Review: "Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III" (PS4)

Review: "Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III" (PS4) | #retrogaming #PlayStation #NintendoSwitch #RetroGames #Nintendo

It is with great pleasure that I present this review of Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III  for the PlayStation 4!* You may be asking yourself, “Why would you care so much about reviewing a rerelease of some obscure TurboGrafx-16 (TG16) game that only five people have ever heard of?” You see, I am one of those five people, as I actually bought a copy of Parasol Stars brand new for my…

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New Xbox Games for July 8 to July 12 2024

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Cinematech's Trailer Park - Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III (Multiplatform)

The legendary bubble dragons Bub and Bob are back… in human form!?

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TAITO classic Parasol Stars Set For Release on Modern Hardware

TAITO classic Parasol Stars will be released on PlayStation, Xbox and Switch near the end of 2023, courtesy of ININ. As you can see in the video below, this is the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine version of the game. The “Run” button kind of gave it away. From the press release After more than three decades, the beloved duo, Bubby and Bobby return! ININ is proud to present the digital version of the…

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Eclipsa garden stroll

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baby bird cage umbrella (2023) BABYバードケージアンブレラ

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Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III launches July 11 - Gematsu

Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III will launch for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Switch on July 11 for $9.99 / €9.99, ININ Games announced. Pre-orders are available now for Switch via Nintendo eShop with a 10 percent-off discount, and will open for Xbox Series and Xbox One on June 19. The PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 versions can be wishlisted via PlayStation Store.

Here is an overview of the game, via ININ Games:

About The legendary bubble dragons Bub and Bob are back… in human form!? In this critically acclaimed TAITO classic, available on modern consoles for the first time, the now-transformed Bubby and Bobby embark on a mission to save their neighboring planets. But this time, instead of blowing bubbles, our favorite duo swings colorful parasols filled with magical powers. Use parasols as a shield against enemy projectiles or stun, and pick up and throw foes as projectiles themselves! Parasol Stars released in 1991 as the sequel to Rainbow Islands, marks the third installment in TAITO’s massively successful Bubble Bobble series of action platformers and has lost none of its colorful charm throughout the years. High-score hunters can rejoice because just like in the bubble-filled predecessor skillful play will quickly fill the levels with sweet and fruity collectibles that can be gathered to climb the leaderboard. Look out for a variety of pick-ups to be found granting you all sorts of special powers from bouncing energy balls to screen-clearing magic. Play on your own or bring a friend and take on the challenging levels together! Just like using enemies as projectiles, flinging your buddy against the enemies could be a good strategy. But be careful, as you won’t only stun the enemy you hit but your buddy-turned projectile as well. In the two-player cooperative mode, tactical teamwork is key to clearing the levels and getting the highest scores.

Key Features

Addictive arcade-style gameplay.

Creative and clever game mechanics with magical Parasols.

More Parasols! Enjoy the tactical depth of the action-filled two-player cooperative play.

A cosmic journey with eight vibrant planets (and two secret bonus levels).

Catchy and memorable soundtrack.

Parasol Stars is a retro gem brought back for modern consoles whose bright and beautifully crafted worlds will draw you in, and its simple but addictive one- or two-player gameplay will make you want to come back again and again to reach the top of the leaderboard.

Watch a new trailer below. View a new set of screenshots at the gallery.

Release Date Trailer