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Upcoming Swith exclusive Bubble Bobble 4 Friends is getting a physical release - along with a collector’s edition set - courtesy of Strictly Limited Games.

The latest entry in the series will feature 100 brand new levels, and will come with another 100 stages in the form of the original Bubble Bobble arcade game. It releases on 19 November in Europe and Australasia, with an unspecified 2020 release date pencilled in for North America.

Fans looking to pre-order these physical versions of the games will be able to do so from next week, with pre-orders going live on 27 October. The standard edition is currently listed at 39.99, while the collector’s edition will set you back 89.99.

You do get a lot for your money though:

Exclusive cover with individual numbering
High-quality collectors box with magnetic closure
Original soundtrack from TAITO's legendary "House Band" Zuntata (includes the soundtrack from Bubble Bobble 4 Friends and the original music from Bubble Bobble)
Hardcover book, providing fascinating insights into Bubble Bobble
2 sheets with a stylish marquee and artwork stickers
Bubble Bobble Instruction Card
Bubble Bobble Arcade Flyer

As we mentioned, pre-orders don’t go live until next week, but you can bookmark the standard edition here, and the collector’s edition here.

Are you keen to pick either of these up? Let us know down in the comments.

Source: Nintendo Life