Heads up Bubble Bobble fans, ININ and TAITO are gearing up to release a one-two punch of titles from the beloved Bubble Bobble series in the form of Parasol Superstars.
Parasol Superstars will include a bundle of Parasol Stars (the first re-release we reviewed here recently) games, which is the 3rd in the Bubble Bobble series along with a bonus but somewhat unrelated Spica Adventure which was an arcade action title which never was released outside of Japan.
Parasol Superstars will release on September 16th, 2025 as a digital release for for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 and Xbox. There will also be a physical edition that will be made available for the Nintendo Switch and PS5. Lastly, Spica Adventure will also get a standalone digital only release on September 30th, 2025 as well.
Check out the game details and media below.
Parasol Superstars – Special Edition Pre-Order Trailer
Parasol Stars / Spica Adventure screens:
Get ready for a double dose of platforming nostalgia and charm as two beloved titles come together in one vibrant package. “Parasol Superstars” unites the classic bubble-blasting acclaimed adventure Parasol Stars with the cosmic, retro-inspired platformer Spica Adventure – new to western gamers – delivering hours of arcade-style action and timeless fun.
Parasol Superstars launches on 16th September 2025 digital for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 and Xbox. The physical release will be only on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5. Spica Adventure will also get a digital only release on 30th September 2025.
Originally released as the third entry in TAITO’s legendary Bubble Bobble series, Parasol Stars brings back fan-favorite characters Bubby and Bobby in a whirlwind quest across fantastical worlds – armed only with magical parasols. It’s colorful, chaotic, and full of the quirky energy that defined an era of gaming.
Joining the bundle is Spica Adventure, a fast-paced space odyssey starring Nico, a fearless girl exploring the stars. Long considered a hidden gem, Spica Adventure was previously available as a japanese phone game and later available in arcades – and never released outside of Japan. For the first time ever, Western players can enjoy this unique title on home platforms, complete with enhancements and extras.
Parasol Superstars offers:
Two complete platforming adventures
The classic Parasol Stars, faithfully restored with modern enhancements
Spica Adventure, finally making its home console and Western debut plus modern enhancements and features
Optimized for modern platforms with controller support and quality-of-life features
Local 2-player co-op in Parasol Stars
A Special Edition contains bonus content such as an History Artbook and a Best of Soundtrack of both games
Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering these gems for the first time, Parasol Superstars invites players of all ages to jump, spin, and splash their way through joyful, fast-paced worlds.
