Spongebob: Atlantis Squarepantis

Description

“SpongeBob’s Atlantis SquarePantis” is a 2007 video game based on the Nickelodeon animated series “SpongeBob SquarePants,” and ties in with the “Atlantis SquarePantis” TV movie. The game and the movie involve SpongeBob and his friends’ adventurous trip to the legendary city of Atlantis.

Plot Summary: The game opens dramatically with SpongeBob, Patrick, and their friends hastily escaping Atlantis. Amidst their chaotic exit, they encounter Plankton causing havoc in a tank he commandeered within the city. This encounter triggers a flashback that explains how the group ended up in such a predicament.

The flashback begins with SpongeBob and Patrick enjoying a simple day of blowing bubbles, only to find themselves trapped in a large bubble that whisks them away to a mysterious cave. In this cave, while evading ghost pirates, they stumble upon the other half of the Atlantean Amulet. Patrick speculatively links the amulet to SpongeBob’s ancestors due to the inscription on it. They decide to take this artifact to the Bikini Bottom Museum to learn more, navigating through obstacles like tourists and security guards. At the museum, they reunite with Squidward, Sandy, and Mr. Krabs. Squidward successfully joins the two halves of the amulet together, unveiling a magical flying bus that requires song to power its journey to Atlantis.

Despite a minor mishap caused by Patrick that results in a crash landing, the group manages to repair the bus and eventually arrive at Atlantis. They are greeted by the Lord Royal Highness (LRH), who gives them a tour of the Atlantean palace, filled with treasures and hidden traps. During the tour, Mr. Krabs, assisted by Sandy, attempts to collect some of the treasure, while Squidward engages with local artists.

Unbeknownst to the group, Plankton had stowed away on the bus, planning to seize Atlantean advanced weaponry to conquer the world. Meanwhile, Patrick inadvertently destroys what they believe to be the oldest living bubble, although they later learn it was just a prop. However, Patrick then accidentally pops the real ancient bubble, inciting the wrath of LRH. This leads to a thrilling chase through Atlantis as they try to evade capture by using makeshift tools like paper clips to unlock doors. Sandy even resorts to using Squidward as a makeshift weapon to fend off pursuing soldiers.

The narrative comes full circle when Plankton confronts the group in his tank, as seen in the opening. However, in a comedic twist, his weapon hilariously malfunctions, shooting ice cream instead of destruction. LRH seizes Plankton, deciding to exhibit him as a talking speck and a new national treasure, replacing the destroyed bubble.

The conclusion sees an Atlantean soldier discarding the amulet, ensuring that the troublesome visitors cannot make another trip. The group then departs for Bikini Bottom aboard the bus, marking the end of their whirlwind adventure in Atlantis.

“SpongeBob’s Atlantis SquarePantis” offers players a humorous and engaging storyline filled with the typical antics and vibrant escapades expected from the SpongeBob franchise, blending interactive gameplay with the whimsical narrative of the TV movie.