Super Bomberman R is forgettable even in Switch’s light launch lineup

In the sparse Nintendo Switch lineup, Konami’s new Bomberman game might seem like a big deal. But that’s an optical illusion, and you can safely skip this entry until it gets a price cut.

Super Bomberman R debuted March 3 for $50 alongside the Nintendo Switch. If you’re asking how a Bomberman game can justify that price — well, it doesn’t. This is the same multiplayer action that will make for an OK party game, but its single-player mode is mind-numbing busywork. Even in the competitive modes — where you’re still strategically laying down bombs in an effort to kill your opponents — this sequel feels like a downgrade. This Bomberman looks cheap, and that’s not just an aesthetic assessment because its graphical style has an impact on gameplay.