Stadia Base players can get it for $9.99 at a later date
I’m finding it hard to drum up much enthusiasm for while it’s locked to Stadia, but if you’re okay with Google’s streaming platform and you’re into the idea of a 64-player Bomberman mode with multiple stages running simultaneously, it’s releasing on September 1, 2020.
When I say the game is launching on September 1, what exactly does that me💦an?
Well, if you’re a Stadia Pro subscriber, you’ll be able to play Super Bomberman R Online right away. Your paid membership will include the base game and a separate, free-to-claim Premium Edition bundle – a collection with 14 extra characters and the ability to “creative private matches with your friends.”
As for Stadia Base users who don’t want to drop $9.99 per month on a streaming game service, you’ll have to wait until after September 1 to play. The exact release timing “will be shared soon.”
According to Konami, “Stadia Base users will be required to purchase the Premium Edition bundle at SRP $9.99” since a “‘base game only’ option will not be available.” So, ten bucks it is.
Super Bomberman R Online is leaning into Stadia’s new Crowd Play feature that lets players easily jump into a match with a streamer, it has wacky tie-in characters like Pyramid Head and Simon Belmont, and – those kangaroo creatures you can ride around the stage – are finally back in action.
Can Bomberman hit it big in the streaming era? I’m not convinced. I am hoping for ports, though!
Published: Aug 25, 2020 01:30 pm