Arc System Works and Taito have confirmed that Puzzle Bobble Everybubble! will launch on PC via Steam on April 23, 2026, according to Noisy Pixel. The release marks a belated port of the Nintendo Switch title, which originally dropped back in 2023.
The timing is no coincidence. The PC launch is being positioned as part of the Bubble Bobble series' 40th anniversary celebrations, giving the franchise a chance to resurface with a new platform and a fresh audience. If you've been sitting on the fence waiting for a Steam version, the wait is almost over.
What to expect
The game is set on Rainbow Islands and centers on the classic bubble dragons navigating a curse laid down by a wizard that has transformed the world into a chaotic, bubble-filled mess. It's the kind of premise that fits the series' long-running lighthearted aesthetic perfectly.
Where Everybubble! separates itself from earlier entries is its emphasis on cooperative multiplayer, supporting up to four players simultaneously. That's a significant jump from the traditional two-player setup the series has leaned on for decades, and it's one of the headline features that made the Switch version worth talking about when it launched.
Why this matters for PC players
Puzzle Bobble has historically been underserved on PC, so a proper Steam release with what should be solid controller support is genuinely good news for fans of arcade-style puzzle games. The bubble-shooting formula is simple to pick up but has real depth when you start chaining clears and coordinating with teammates.
The 40th anniversary framing also suggests Taito and Arc System Works are investing in the IP rather than quietly shepherding it into retirement. Whether that means more releases, remasters, or new entries further down the line remains to be seen, but Everybubble! landing on Steam feels like a meaningful step.
April 23 isn't far off, so PC players interested in some co-op arcade action with friends should keep this one on their radar.
