SpongeBob SquarePants has proven itself as one of the most iconic and popular animated shows of all time, a show that not only managed to stay on throughout decades but also inspired a roster of video game adaptations. Although most entries were never heard of again, a few were notable in creativity, nostalgia, narrative, and quality.
Best SpongeBob SquarePants Video Games, Ranked 2025
Here’s our re-ranked list of the best SpongeBob games ever.
1. Battle for Bikini Bottom – Rehydrated (2003 / Remake in 2020)
| Release Date | Platform(s) |
|---|---|
| Original: 2003 — Remake (Rehydrated): June 23, 2020 | Original: PS2, GameCube, Xbox, PC/macOS. Rehydrated: PC, PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch |
The game is considered the best SpongeBob game. Players explore open hubs such as Krusty Krab and Goo Lagoon with the acquisition of shiny objects and fighting mad robots. Rehydrated, the contemporary remake, refreshed the audiovisual design and kept the humor, fluid gameplay, and legendary voice work.
Key highlights
- Engaging worlds packed with fan-favorite locales
- Tight platforming controls and engaging boss fights
- Remake’s remastered graphics and re-recorded dialogue
- Rare example of licensed media becoming a true gaming classic
2. SpongeBob SquarePants: The Movie Game (2004)
| Release Date | Platform(s) |
|---|---|
| October 27, 2004 | Game Boy Advance, PlayStation 2, GameCube, Xbox, PC/macOS |
Adapted directly from The SpongeBob Movie, it is a linear platformer that closely recreates memorable scenes of the movie. Although not as explorative, it still has some smooth level design, music that can be remembered, and narrative crossings that are a tribute to the original cinematic adventure.
Memorable aspects
- Re-creation of the movie’s plot and environments
- Clean level progression and nostalgic appeal
- A now-rare license hit that avoids common pitfalls
3. The Cosmic Shake (2023)
| Release Date | Platform(s) |
|---|---|
| January 31, 2023 | PC, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One |
The Cosmic Shake follows in the footsteps of spiritual successor Battle for Bikini Bottom and drops SpongeBob into a dimensional adventure. All the scenes transform real places into fairytale landscapes, such as Bikini Bottom Downtown turns into a film set, and include imaginative collectibles and dozens of character costumes.
Standout features
- Various themed zones combining nostalgia with novelty
- Nostalgic episode-based character skins and cosmetic nods
- Slightly looser platforming than its predecessor, but high on charm
4. The Patrick Star Game (2024)
| Release Date | Platform(s) |
|---|---|
| October 4, 2024 | PlayStation 5/4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC |
This is a sandbox-style game in which you do not play as SpongeBob, but as Patrick. The game has platforming, collectibles, offbeat side missions, and open-ended exploration, serving as a helpful bridge between charm of minigames and the modern sandbox design.
Why it ranks high
- Playful levels inspired by classic SpongeBob vibes
- A fresh shift in protagonist without losing franchise appeal
- Light-hearted tone and available open-world mechanics
5. Truth or Square (2009)
| Release Date | Platform(s) |
|---|---|
| 2009 (console release) | PlayStation 2, Wii, Xbox 360 (various console builds) |
The final traditional platformer in Heavy Iron Studios provided a very nostalgic experience, taking the fans through a blast of past, characters reminisce about their favorite episodes, and you run levels based on those classic moments. Not technical but simple and full of callbacks and fan service.
Fan favorites include
- Humorous episode-based level themes
- Classic characters getting screen time
- Sentimental send-off before franchise pivoted to mini-game collections
6. SpongeBob Diner Dash (2006)
| Release Date | Platform(s) |
|---|---|
| May 11, 2006 | Web (Flash), formerly an Android/mobile port (now deprecated) |
A Flash arcade game with an offshoot, this mashup set SpongeBob in the diner behind the counter in a frantic, time management frenzy. With the drop in support, Flash became inaccessible, but for many early-2000s kids, it is a fondly remembered memory.
Why it still matters
- Fast-paced, accessible gameplay on web platforms
- Bright, cartoony graphics and iconic characters
- Nostalgic relic caught in digital obsolescence
7. Atlantis SquarePantis (2007)
| Release Date | Platform(s) |
|---|---|
| November 12, 2007 | PlayStation 2, Nintendo Wii |
Built around a television special, this collection of short stages is are snapshot of instant fun, five snack-size games echoing a scene from the special. While the limited gameplay and low replayability mean that it sits at the bottom of the ranking, fans who liked the prepared jokes remember it fondly.
What stands out
- Episode-to-game adaptation with visual charm
- Fast to complete while keeping a playful tone
- Nostalgic bookmark highlighting end of early licensed SpongeBob games
Best SpongeBob SquarePants Video Games Ever
| Rank | Game Title | Genre | Platforms (Original/Modern) | Release Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Battle for Bikini Bottom – Rehydrated | 3D Platformer | Original: PS2/GameCube/Xbox. Remake: PC, PS4 etc. | 2003 / 2020 |
| 2 | The Cosmic Shake | 3D Platformer | PC, PS4, Switch, Xbox One | 2023 |
| 3 | The Movie Game | Linear Platformer | GBA, PS2, GameCube, Xbox, PC/macOS | 2004 |
| 4 | The Patrick Star Game | Sandbox / Adventure | PS5/PS4, Xbox, Switch, PC | 2024 |
| 5 | Truth or Square | Episodic Platformer | Console platforms | ~2009 |
| 6 | Atlantis SquarePantis | Mini-Game Collection | PS2, Wii | 2007 |
| 7 | SpongeBob Diner Dash | Arcade / Time Management | Flash (Web), Mobile (Deprecated) | 2006 |
Battle for Bikini Bottom Rehydrated is the unquestionable cream of the crop, and a combination of charm and depth. The Cosmic Shake does not disappoint in terms of the spiritual heritage, but The Movie Game offers a movie-fan dream. Patrick Star Game offers shocking fresh energy, and the rest, not always of supreme quality, have powerful nostalgia and simplicity.
