Three monkeys, one bomb, and a communication problem that gets funnier—and more stressful—with every passing second. BOMBANANA! is now available, turning cooperative bomb disposal into a frantic party game where no player has the complete solution.
At a Glance
- Release Date: September 2, 2026
- Genre: Co-op Puzzle, Party Game, Casual
- Platform: PC (Steam — Windows and macOS)
- Cost: $7.99 USD
- Developer/Publisher: Lefto Studio / TARK
- Store Link: Get BOMBANANA! on Steam →
Three Roles, Three Pieces of the Puzzle
BOMBANANA! is built around an asymmetric three-player setup. The Blind Monkey cannot see the bomb but is the only player able to interact with it. The Mute Monkey can read the defusal manual but cannot speak. The Deaf Monkey can see the bomb but cannot hear the rest of the team. Success depends on passing incomplete information between all three roles before the timer reaches zero.
That structure makes communication the real puzzle. Players must describe symbols, colors, switches and strange mechanisms while dealing with the limitations of their assigned monkey. A simple instruction can become wonderfully complicated when the person holding the answer cannot say it aloud.
Campaign, Endless and Custom Play
The handcrafted campaign contains 30 levels that gradually introduce new modules, hazards and communication challenges. It works as both an introduction and a escalating test of how well a team can develop its own shorthand under pressure.
Endless mode keeps the panic going with unpredictable challenges designed for repeat sessions and score chasing. Custom options let groups shape the experience around the kind of chaos they enjoy, making the game suitable for both a short party-night round and a longer coordinated run.
A Party Game That Demands Real Teamwork
The bright presentation and slapstick monkey theme keep failures entertaining, but the underlying design rewards careful observation and clear instructions. Throwing bananas, using emotes and reacting to sudden hazards adds physical comedy without removing the need for genuine cooperation.
It is an especially strong fit for friends who enjoy communication games such as Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes, but want something more animated, approachable and openly chaotic. Every player has a meaningful job, and rotating roles can make familiar bombs feel surprisingly different.
Who Is BOMBANANA! For?
BOMBANANA! is aimed at groups that enjoy online co-op, timed puzzles and party games where mistakes become part of the story. Because the roles are deliberately interconnected, it is best experienced with friends who are happy to talk, improvise and laugh when a perfectly reasonable plan goes wrong.
Pro Tip
Agree on a short vocabulary before the difficult stages begin. Decide how your team will describe positions, shapes and colors, then rotate roles regularly. Consistent callouts save precious seconds, while changing roles helps everyone understand what information the other monkeys need.
Ready to test your communication skills? Assemble a three-monkey crew and play BOMBANANA! on Steam →
