Retro-Bit of the Day: Rainbow Islands (Famicom)

For today’s Retro-Bit of the Day, we’re featuring Rainbow Islands, released for the Famicom in 1988 by Taito. As the direct sequel to Bubble Bobble, the game shifts from single-screen action to vertically scrolling platforming while keeping the charm and creativity of the original.
Players control Bubby or Bobby, using rainbow arcs to defeat enemies, reach higher platforms, and solve clever stage layouts. The Famicom version faithfully adapts the arcade experience, offering vibrant visuals and challenging gameplay within the limits of 8-bit hardware.
Rainbow Islands remains a beloved classic and a perfect example of Taito’s arcade design at its finest.