SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide

Released

Release Date: November 18, 2025

Arcade, TPP, Animated TV Series, 3D Platformers, Humorous, Singleplayer

A 3D action platformer based on the famous cartoon. SpongeBob Squarepants: Titans of the Tide features SpongeBob and Patrick Star as the main protagonists. We can switch between them - one of them will have a physical body, while the other one will remain as a ghost. Our heroes must solve puzzles and fight enemies to save Bikini Bottom.

7.7

OpenCritic

9.5

Steam

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SpongeBob SquarePants has received solid representation in the video game industry. The Austrian Purple Lamp Studios deserves considerable credit for this, having provided the 3D platforming games titled SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated and SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake. Over time, a third title joined this group, namely the SpongeBob Squarepants: Titans of the Tide described here.

Gameplay

Similar to previous games under this banner, in SpongeBob Squarepants: Titans of the Tide, we view the action from a third-person perspective (TPP).

Ghostly chaos in Bikini Bottom

The plot of the game revolves around the Flying Dutchman and King Neptune, or rather the consequences of their clash, which causes chaos throughout Bikini Bottom, turning its inhabitants into ghosts. SpongeBob SquarePants and Patrick Star must join forces and set off to rescue the underwater kingdom before it turns into a wasteland.

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The situation is complicated by the fact that as a result of all the confusion, at any given moment only one of our protagonists can have a physical body, while the other must make do with the form of a ghost. This directly translates into gameplay focused on the cooperation between the heroes.

SpongeBob and Patrick to the rescue

We can freely switch between protagonists during the game. Most of SpongeBob and Patrick's skills are universal and well known to fans of the series. Both of them can slide on inclined surfaces, roll on huge balls or surf on a board. Nonetheless, there are novelties here. For example, Patrick can now catch objects (even those in motion) or bury himself in the sand (and to emerge from it behind the enemy backs).

The adventure leads us through various locations, such as Neptune's palace, the city of Atlantis, or Bikini Bottom. As we explore them, we jump on platforms, avoid traps, and bypass terrain obstacles, as well as confront enemies. There are bosses in the game, including two main antagonists behind all the turmoil in Bikini Bottom. There are also environmental puzzles here.

Engine

SpongeBob Squarepants: Titans of the Tide runs on the Unreal Engine 5.

Platforms:

PC Windows

PlayStation 5

Xbox Series X/S

Switch 2

Developer: Purple Lamp Studios

Publisher: THQ Nordic / Nordic Games

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SpongeBob SquarePants Game Series

Features

System Requirements

System Requirements for SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide Video Game:

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i5-3570K / AMD Ryzen 3 1300X, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 4 GB GeForce GTX 1050 Ti / Radeon RX 470, 11 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit.

Recommended System Requirements:
Intel Core i5-12400 / AMD Ryzen 5 5600X, 16 GB RAM, graphic card 8 GB GeForce RTX 3060 / Radeon RX 6600 XT, 11 GB HDD, Windows 11 64-bit.

Ratings

Game Ratings for SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide Video Game.

7.7

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 67% of Critics. There are 49 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

Gaming Age: 7.5 / 10 by Matthew Pollesel

SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide is kind of like comfort food for 3D platforming fans. Even if you aren’t a fan of the TV series, it still delivers the kind of action you want with a minimum of fuss, and it’s not like you need to know the show very well to keep up with what’s going on. It wraps all that up in a solidly competent package, which means that if you’re a fan of the genre, you could do a lot worse than picking this up.

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GameSpew: 9 / 10 by Kim Snaith

Its ridiculous advert starring David Hasselhoff isn't the only brilliant thing about SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide. This is an excellent platforming adventure, featuring a great mix of character skills, fantastic level design and plenty of side quests. Even if you're not a fan of SpongeBob, there's a lot here to love.

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WayTooManyGames: 8.5 / 10 by Leonardo Faria

I don’t think that SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide is as memorable and impactful as The Cosmic Shake, but that’s a borderline unfair comparison. That game was just a shocking breath of fresh air that caught everyone off guard. Titans of the Tide maintains the same core gameplay loop, adds just a few new elements here and there, and has a slightly more focused approach in its spooky (but not really) ambience. That being said, it’s still a fantastic platformer well worth your time, and much better than the majority of 3D platformers released over the past few years.

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95%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Overwhelmingly Positive (838)

STEAM

User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

Visuals and Presentation: Many users praised the game's graphics, animations, and overall presentation, noting it as one of the best-looking SpongeBob games to date.
Gameplay Mechanics: The character-swapping mechanic between SpongeBob and Patrick was highlighted as innovative and fun, enhancing the platforming experience. Players appreciated the unique abilities of both characters, which added variety to gameplay.
Level Design: Levels were described as creative and engaging, with a good mix of familiar and new locations. The variety in level themes, such as Haunted Jellyfish Fields and icy Mount Bikini, received positive feedback.
Voice Acting and Humor: The return of the original voice cast added to the charm of the game, with many finding the humor to be in line with the show's style.
Boss Fights: Users enjoyed the boss encounters, noting them as memorable and well-designed.

The main cons of the game

Short Length: A recurring complaint was the game's length, with many players finishing the main story in around 5-10 hours. Users felt that the game was too short for a full-priced title.
Linear Gameplay: Some reviewers mentioned that the levels felt linear and lacked the exploration elements found in previous SpongeBob games, leading to a less satisfying experience for those seeking more open-ended gameplay.
Occasional Bugs and Performance Issues: A few players reported encountering bugs, glitches, and performance drops, particularly on certain platforms.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

More Levels and Content: Users expressed a desire for additional levels and content, feeling that the game could benefit from more variety and challenges.
Replay Value: Many noted that the game lacks significant replayability, with collectibles not providing enough incentive for a second playthrough.
DLC Concerns: Some players criticized the decision to lock certain content behind a paid DLC, feeling that it should have been included in the base game. There were also mentions of issues with accessing DLC items.

Summary

Overall, while SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide received praise for its charm, gameplay, and visuals, it faced criticism for its short length and linear design, leading to mixed feelings about its value for the price.

Summary generated on: December 8, 2025

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