Xbox Game Pass introduces SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated to its extensive game lineup. This revamped version of the cherished 2003 classic by Heavy Iron Studios is the fourth game to grace Xbox Game Pass in March 2024, marking the 31st addition to the service this year.
Celebrating its 25th anniversary on July 17, SpongeBob SquarePants has been a gaming staple for almost as long, inspiring nearly 50 video game adaptations since 2001. While the franchise has seen varying game quality, the original Battle for Bikini Bottom remains a standout title in the SpongeBob SquarePants series.
The 2020 remake, now available on Xbox Game Pass, has garnered positive reviews from critics and players alike, boasting over 12,000 'Very Positive' ratings on Steam. Standing out as one of the most acclaimed additions to Xbox Game Pass in March 2024, SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated has captured the hearts of gamers.
New Xbox Game Pass Games in March 2024
- Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun - March 5
- PAW Patrol World - March 7
- NBA 2K24 - March 11
- Cloud and console only
- SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom – Rehydrated - March 12
- Control: Ultimate Edition - March 13
- No More Heroes 3 - March 14
- Lightyear Frontier - March 19
- Game Preview
- Day-one release
- MLB The Show 24 - March 29
- Cloud and console only
- Day-one release
- Diablo 4 - March 28
- Open Roads - March 28
- Day-one release
Similar to other titles on Xbox Game Pass, the Battle for Bikini Bottom remake is available across PC and the last two generations of Xbox consoles. With 32 achievements to unlock, players can earn up to 1,000 Gamerscore points by completing the game in approximately 15 hours. The remake enhances the original game's experience, offering improved quality of life features.
Joining the roster of action platformers on Xbox Game Pass, Battle for Bikini Bottom brings engaging level design, diverse gameplay, and humor suitable for all ages, mirroring the spirit of the animated series.
Alongside SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated, Xbox Game Pass welcomes PAW Patrol World, a family-friendly exploration game. Following these additions, older audiences can anticipate Control: Ultimate Edition and No More Heroes 3 joining Xbox Game Pass later this month.