ようこそ、レトロゲームファンの皆さん！ This week on Famicom Fridays, we blast into the past with an explosive sci-fi action game from 1987: Bomber King (ボンバーキング), developed by Hudson Soft and produced in collaboration with Aicom. While often overshadowed by its more famous sibling Bomberman, this game is very much its own unique beast — part puzzle, part shooter, and 100% Famicom-era intensity.
💥 What Is Bomber King?
Bomber King is a top-down, action-packed maze game set on the desolate planet Altile, where the environment is collapsing and monsters roam the wastelands. You play as Knight, a lone armored hero on a mission to restore planetary balance before it’s too late.
Armed with bombs (of course!), a laser gun, and an ever-depleting energy meter, the game mixes 戦略 (senryaku – strategy) with 反射神経 (hansha shinkei – reflexes). You'll need to find keys, manage resources, and destroy enemies while constantly monitoring your life gauge and oxygen levels. Yes, you read that right — oxygen. It's a true survival experience!
🔥 Gameplay Highlights
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ステージ (Sutēji – Stages): The game spans over 30 complex areas, each filled with destructible walls, secret paths, and deadly traps.
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アイテム (Aitemu – Items): Smart bomb power-ups, oxygen tanks, and hidden gear make exploration vital.
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テンポの速いアクション (Fast-paced action): You're always moving, dodging, and making snap decisions.
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Challenging boss battles against wild creatures and deadly machines.
Think of it as a mix of Bomberman, Zelda, and a post-apocalyptic sci-fi anime, all wrapped in a sleek, 8-bit package.
🧨 Legacy & Trivia
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Bomber King is considered a spiritual spinoff to Bomberman, sharing thematic elements but leaning heavily into action and exploration.
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The game was localized and released in North America under the name RoboWarrior, though the Japanese version features deeper lore and tougher difficulty.
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It even received a sequel — Bomber King Scenario 2 for the Game Boy — but only in Japan.
🎮 Why Play Bomber King Today?
If you’re looking for a Famicom title that offers more than just button-mashing, Bomber King delivers a true ゲーマー向け (gēmā-muke – for gamers) experience. The blend of puzzle-solving, resource management, and nonstop action keeps every moment tense and rewarding. Plus, the anime-style cover art is worth framing on its own!
それでは、また来週！
Stay tuned for next week's Famicom Fridays as we continue exploring the treasure trove of retro gaming history — one cartridge at a time!
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