> i have a theory, where Bubble Bobble could originate from (main character - bubble > dragon): > > Gummi Bears, a Disney cartoon: > > https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Disney's_Adventures_of_the_Gummi_Bears_episodes#Season_1 > > (see 19th episode - Bubble Trouble). > > it was released on December 14, 1985 and Bubble Bobble was released in 1986. Fukio > Mitsuji might see that episode and model Bub and Bob after it.
Quite possible! Some sources say exact Japan release date for Bubble Bobble was August or September 1986. You would have to verify with Fukio Mitsuji to see if he was inspired by this or if inspiration came from another source (and also to verify when development *began*).
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