Digital pre-orders open for the new Spongebob Squarepants video game on Xbox One

SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom: Rehydrated is now available for digital pre-order and pre-download on Xbox One consoles ahead of its June 24th release date.

The game is a remake of the classic SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom which originally came out on the original Xbox console way back in 2003. Versions were also released on Windows, PlayStation 2, GameCube, and the GameBoy Advance.

In addition to getting a massive graphical overhaul, this new Rehydrated version of the game will also feature 2-player multiplayer, extra game content, and a new horde mode.

Here’s the full game description and trailer:

Are you ready, kids? The cult classic is back, faithfully remade in spongetastic splendor! Play as SpongeBob, Patrick and Sandy and show the evil Plankton that crime pays even less than Mr. Krabs. Want to save Bikini Bottom from lots of rampant robots with your mighty bubbles? Of course you do! Want to underpants bungee jump? Why wouldn’t you! Want to join forces in a brand new multiplayer mode? The battle is on!

GAME FEATURES

• Play as SpongeBob, Patrick and Sandy and use their unique sets of skills
• Thwart Plankton’s evil plan to rule Bikini Bottom with his army of wacky robots
• Meet countless characters from the beloved series

REMAKE FEATURES

• Faithful remake of one of the best SpongeBob games ever created
• High-end visuals, modern resolutions and carefully polished gameplay
• Brand new horde mode multiplayer for up to two players, online and offline
• Restored content that was cut from the original game like the Robo Squidward boss fight and more

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