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SINGAPORE<\/span>, Aug. 14, 2026<\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ — Are you ready, kids? Merge Cooking<\/i><\/b> brings the fun of Bikini Bottom to the kitchen with a limited-time collaboration event featuring everyone’s favorite fry cook, SpongeBob SquarePants.<\/b> The “Merge Cooking \u00d7 SpongeBob SquarePants: MC Food Carnival<\/b>” event invites players to dive into a culinary adventure, blending the joyful spirit of Bikini Bottom into the lighthearted world of Merge Cooking.<\/p>\n

Published by Happibits<\/b>, Merge Cooking<\/i> is a casual mobile game where players merge ingredients, unlock recipes, complete challenges and enjoy a cozy culinary journey at their own pace. With its approachable gameplay and charming food-themed progression, Merge Cooking<\/i> has become a welcoming space for players who enjoy creativity, collection and satisfying upgrades.<\/p>\n

During the event, players can enjoy a variety of themed activities, including the Krusty Krab Pass<\/b> and Energy Quest<\/b>, where players can complete tasks, build progress and unlock limited-time rewards to support their journey through the carnival.<\/p>\n

A Wave of Themed Merge Events<\/b><\/p>\n

From August 17 to September 27, Merge Cooking<\/i> will introduce a series of weekly themed Merge Events<\/b>, featuring five unique merge events inspired by fan-favorite SpongeBob SquarePants<\/i> characters and memorable moments from Bikini Bottom. Players can join SpongeBob, Patrick, Squidward, Plankton and more as they take turns appearing in a variety of lighthearted challenges, including SpongeBob’s Food Tour to Patty Craft Mastery, Patrick’s adventures, and Plankton’s latest schemes. On September 21, the most popular merge event will make a limited-time return, giving more players a chance to join the fun.<\/p>\n

Collect Tasty Tales in MC Culinary Journey<\/b><\/p>\n

Players can also take part in MC Culinary Journey<\/b>, a themed card collection event running from August 24 to October 1. By completing in-game tasks, players can collect special cards that tell bite-sized stories about SpongeBob, Lea and their friends in Merge Cooking<\/i>. Completing card sets will unlock exclusive rewards, making the event a must-try for collectors and SpongeBob fans alike.<\/p>\n

Build Your Own Bite-Sized Bikini Bottom<\/b><\/p>\n

From August 27 to September 17, Bikini Bottom Bash<\/b> lets players decorate their own Bikini Bottom-inspired scene. By completing tasks, players can unlock classic restaurants, familiar locations and delightful details from SpongeBob SquarePants, creating an undersea world where SpongeBob’s neighbors can stop by anytime.<\/p>\n

All in-game content is subject to change. Please check in-game for the latest updates. The collaboration is available in select regions only, with additional regions to follow.<\/p>\n

Download Merge Cooking now and join SpongeBob, Lea, and friends for the Ultimate Food Fest!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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