Bubble Ghost Remake Review – A Hauntingly Fun Puzzle Challenge on Nintendo Switch OLED

by Jim Smale · Published April 2, 2025 · Updated April 2, 2025

Bubble Ghost Remake on the Nintendo Switch OLED brings a fresh take on precision-based puzzle gameplay, blending nostalgic charm with modern enhancements. As you take control of a mischievous ghost, your mission is simple yet deceptively tricky—blow a fragile bubble through increasingly complex levels while avoiding hazards that could pop it. With hand-drawn animated cutscenes, multiple difficulty settings, and challenging mechanics that test both patience and skill, this remake offers a unique experience for puzzle fans and retro gaming enthusiasts alike. But does Bubble Ghost Remake strike the perfect balance between fun and frustration, or does it leave players gasping for breath? Keep reading to find out if this hauntingly tricky adventure is worth your time.

Bubble Ghost Remake Review Pros:

Decent cartoon-like graphics.
1.1GB download size.
Own in-game achievements.
Online leaderboards.
Two game modes – original and speed run.
3 save slots.
Free playable demo.
Three game difficulties – assisted (automatic rotation, checkpoints, enemies are easier), normal, and heroic.
Awesome hand-drawn animated cutscenes.
In-game interactions.
Blow a bubble around a level and don’t pop it. gameplay.
Opening the tutorial section, then pop-ups appear as you play.
You can switch between automatic and manual rotation of your character.
You play as a ghost, and as such, you can pass through objects.
The goal is to blow bubbles from one end to the other without popping it against the objects and scenery.
The environment can be its own hazard, along with things like candles that you can blow out.
Find collectibles within levels and then view them in your collection.
Spectral hoops add another challenge, as hitting one means you need to finish the screen in one life.
Earned achievements pop up when earned.
Boss-like encounters.
Turns into a real time sink.