Bubble Bobble (boolteg with 68705, set 2) [Bootleg]

This is a bootleg version of Bubble Bobble, the classic 1986 arcade platformer originally developed and published by Taito. The bootleg is distinguished by using a 68705 microcontroller and is labeled as set 2. While the original game was released in arcades worldwide by Taito (with North American distribution by Romstar and European by Electrocoin), this unlicensed replica appears on bootleg hardware boards that surfaced in the late 80s or early 90s. The core game remains the same: a single-screen platformer where players control one of two dragons, Bub or Bob.

In Bubble Bobble, the goal on each of the 100 levels is to defeat every enemy by trapping them in bubbles and then popping those bubbles. You can jump to avoid enemies and to position yourself to shoot bubbles. When a trapped enemy falls to the ground and you break the bubble, it turns into a food item that can be collected for points. The stages scroll horizontally but are confined to single screens, and the difficulty gradually increases with more aggressive enemies and trickier layouts.

This bootleg version plays identically to the original but is notable for its alternative hardware implementation. It's worth trying if you're a collector of obscure arcade boards or want to experience Bubble Bobble on a slightly different setup. The game remains as addictive and charming as ever, with its cooperative two-player mode and simple but deep bubble-trapping mechanics. It's not a graphical or gameplay upgrade, just a faithful reproduction on unofficial hardware.