Bubble and Squeak (video game)
| Industry | Video game development |
|---|---|
| Founder | Fox Williams |
| Products | Bubble and Squeak |
Bubble and Squeak is a platform title released in 1994, created by Fox Williams at Audiogenic Software and initially launched for the Amiga. Subsequently, it was adapted for the Sega Genesis and distributed by Sunsoft under an Audiogenic license. The game is set in a whimsical sci-fi universe where players control Bubble, a human boy, alongside his alien friend, Squeak. Gameplay alternates between traditional platform stages and short underwater scrolling shooter bonus segments.
Plot
The narrative unfolds on Grool, a world inhabited by anthropomorphic cats. An extraterrestrial antagonist known as Kat of Nine Tails abducts most of the planet's residents, sparing only Squeak. In response, Squeak joins forces with Bubble to save the kidnapped population.
Gameplay
Controlling Bubble, players can instruct Squeak to either 'follow' or 'wait.' Squeak cannot be harmed and aids by collecting various items or helping Bubble reach elevated areas. Collectibles include gems, coins, and a submersible icon required to access shooter bonus levels. While some items carry over between sections, the shooter stages provide only additional lives and speed enhancements. Bubble's ammunition is unlimited—stars during platform sequences and torpedoes in shooter segments.
Reception
The Genesis edition received a 6.6 out of 10 score from Electronic Gaming Monthly, which praised its cooperative mechanics, tactical gameplay elements, and strong visual presentation.
See also
- Bubba 'n' Stix, another title released in 1994 with similar themes