Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III (1991). Play online

Summary

Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III throws you and a friend into a quirky cosmos armed with nothing but a magical parasol. When you open it forward you can launch lightning‑charged droplets at colossal whales, sear beady‑eyed birds with fire, or drown wild dinosaurs with a rain of water; the same umbrella also serves as a shield or a parachute for safe descents. Two‑player simultaneous play works through the TurboTap, so both Bubby and Bobby can bounce and splash together.

The adventure spans eight themed worlds, each packed with seven platform rounds ending in a boss that protects the next stage. Collecting three hidden Star items in the final world unlocks a secret door leading to two extra worlds that pay homage to the original Bubble Bobble and Chack’n Pop, culminating in a showdown with Chaostikhan and the true ending.

The final battle music whimsically quotes Kaoma’s 1989 hit “Lambada,” adding a tropical flavor to the showdown. Critics praised the game—CU Amiga gave it 95%, Amiga Power scored 88%, and Entertainment Weekly listed it among the top fifteen games of 1991, noting the sheer fun of flicking foes into candy‑like points.

Storyline

Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III drops you into a series of distinct worlds, each capped by a challenging boss battle. After clearing the regular stages, the final world requires you to gather three hidden Star items. Those stars unlock a secret door that leads to hidden realms, expanding the adventure beyond the main map. The ultimate confrontation is with Chaostikhan, the villain who drained color from the worlds and orchestrated the earlier foes. Defeating Chaostikhan restores the palette and grants the true ending, rewarding players who explore every hidden corner.