Overview

The WiiWare version of Bomberman Blast only contains the traditional battle mode, while the retail release also includes a story mode and other additional features. The plot of the story mode revolves around Bomberman saving the player’s Miis by defeating 5 bosses who have kidnapped them. The story mode covers 39 stages across 5 worlds, featuring 31 different unique enemies.

The game features new items, such as a rocket that enables the player to fly, and a shield. A number of items are activated by shaking the Wii Remote. Players are also able to purchase upgrades and power-ups by cashing in gems collected during play, such as Hearts, Fire Ups, Bomb Ups and Speed Ups. In addition, players are also able to use their Miis during play,[4][5] and the game features a mode called My First Bomberman which teaches novice players the basics of the game.

The game is primarily controlled by holding the Wii Remote on its side, though support for GameCube controllers has also been suggested. The game supports 480p and 16:9 widescreen display modes, but does not output in Dolby Pro Logic II.