We're all for deep, serious RPGs and adventure games here at 2Game, but everyone needs a good palate cleanser every so often, and it just so happens that Konami's biggest Bomberman game to date is coming out today! Super Bomberman R 2 comes in at just the right time to help us all unwind and relax after a hard year's worth of gaming awesomeness, and with this overview, we intend to explain all the important bits about the game in a simple, to-the-point format!

Really, this is quite similar to our previous Endless Dungeon FAQ, so if you got around to checking that out, you already know what's up. No dawdling, then, it's FAQ-o-clock, and boy have we got a lot of ground to cover! Get those bombs at the ready, and let's get cracking.

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Everything You Need to Know About Super Bomberman R 2 on PC

We'll admit: Bomberman really is a known quantity at this point. That said, knowing what a game is about isn't a bad thing! There's a good reason why Konami's invested so much time, effort, and money into keeping the Bomberman IP around, after all. The whole gameplay loop is pretty timeless, much like Tetris, and there's something to be said about jumping into the game knowing its core mechanics and having a grand old time in local split-screen multiplayer from the get-go.

That's precisely what Konami has in store for us with Super Bomberman R 2, and we'll get into the nitty-gritty of the title over the next dozen or so questions we've noticed people discussing on the Internet.

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What is Super Bomberman R 2?

Super Bomberman R 2 is Konami's latest and greatest (literally!) Bomberman party game offering. It is designed to take what's good about the core Bomberman gameplay formula and apply it to a battle royale of sorts, where players (or AI!) trade blows on an ever-evolving combat map. It's Bomberman as you know it, but better, smoother, and more enjoyable than ever before.

What makes Super Bomberman R 2 special?

This game is special because it unifies virtually all the good bits from the entire Bomberman franchise. You're getting the slickest version of the core Bomberman formula you've seen yet, and it's fully up-to-date and optimized for modern gaming machines! To say nothing of the absolutely ridiculous amount of content that the game has got...

How much content is there in Super Bomberman R 2?

Super Bomberman R 2 comes with all of the following content on day one:

The game has been designed from the ground-up to offer a truly comprehensive Bomberman experience, and that's precisely what Konami has accomplished with it.

All the game modes in Super Bomberman R 2

There are four disparate Battle Mode offerings in Super Bomberman R 2:

The three first modes should be fairly familiar to anyone who's played Bomberman before, but Castle is entirely new! An asymmetrical multiplayer mode, in Castle players switch between attackers and defenders battling over a single treasure chest. It's a lovely change of pace compared to anything else the series has shown before, and we're sure it'll be a fan-favorite soon enough.

Is Super Bomberman R 2 low-spec friendly?

Indeed, we expect that Super Bomberman R 2 will work just fine on truly low-spec machines. Here are the minimum PC hardware specs, as provided by Konami itself:

While that might sound reasonably high, we expect the game to work on almost anything and everything, considering its predecessor and the general complexity of its visuals.

Will it work on the Steam Deck?

Indeed, 2Game's editorial team believes that Super Bomberman R 2 will work great on the Steam Deck! In fact, it may end up being one of our go-to party games on the go, but we'll wait until we can conduct further testing to confirm as much.

Is there local multiplayer?

Of course! What would a Bomberman game be without multiplayer? Super Bomberman R 2 fully supports local multiplayer gameplay! Konami did announce, however, that each player needs their own controller to join a match, meaning it might not be possible for multiple players to use a single keyboard, for example.

How about online multiplayer?

Online multiplayer is one of SuperBomberman R 2's most notable features! Konami delivers improved netcode, features, and gameplay options for anyone looking to enjoy Bomberman online, with a full-fledged matchmaking system enabled from day one.

Can you edit levels in Super Bomberman R 2?

Sure enough - you can! Super Bomberman R 2 comes with a powerful Stage Editor feature, allowing you to build exactly the sort of level you want to play against AI bots or friends, family, and pets! This feature, it's worth pointing out, doesn't seem to extend into the game's Story Mode. This does make sense, of course, but it's something to keep in mind for those who aim to play most of Super Bomberman R 2 on their own.

Wait, there's a Story Mode?

That's right: Super Bomberman R 2 has got a full-fledged story mode to get acquainted with the game's systems! To be fair, this is a Bomberman game through and through, meaning you shouldn't expect a Shakespearean narrative all of a sudden, but it's a phenomenal onboarding experience and the perfect go-to game mode for a franchise newcomer.

When can I play Super Bomberman R 2?

To wrap this all up, there's the obvious question, and we've got good news on this front, too. Super Bomberman R 2 is coming out on September 13 on PC. In other words, if you're reading this article as soon as it's come up, that means you'll be able to play the game later today! And hey, if you decide to purchase your copy via 2Game - which you should - you'll score a sweet 21% discount to boot! Just use the link below to snag this top-tier deal while it's available.

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And that about covers all our bases for the time being. We don't know about you, but we're already installing the game on our devices as we speak. The Steam Deck, in particular, should prove a lovely choice for a game like this, and we can't wait to see how it pans out in motion. Everything suggests Konami's got an awesome new slam dunk at its hands, so you can bet we're thrilled to give it a go. Join us later today!

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We’re all for deep, serious RPGs and adventure games here at 2Game, but everyone needs a good palate cleanser every so often, and it just so happens that Konami’s biggest Bomberman game to date is coming out today! Super Bomberman R 2 comes in at just the right time to help us all unwind and relax after […]