Game Boy Advance Games Collection
The Game Boy Advance (GBA), released in 2001, was Nintendo's 32-bit handheld successor to the Game Boy Color. It featured significantly improved graphics and processing power while maintaining backward compatibility with previous Game Boy games. The GBA's landscape-oriented design with two shoulder buttons marked a departure from earlier models. Its library included enhanced ports of SNES classics as well as original titles like Pokémon Ruby/Sapphire, Metroid Fusion, and Advance Wars. The system sold over 81 million units worldwide across its original model, the clamshell-design SP (2003), and the backlit-microscreen Game Boy Micro (2005). The GBA became known for excellent 2D games during a period when consoles were transitioning to 3D, preserving classic game design approaches. Its link cable functionality allowed multiplayer gaming, and it eventually became compatible with the Nintendo GameCube via a special cable. The GBA's success cemented Nintendo's dominance in the handheld market prior to the DS era.
All Game Boy Advance Games
2002
Action-AdventureA GBA port of the SNES classic A Link to the Past bundled with the original Four Swords multiplayer adventure. This version includes new features like a color-coded item menu and voice samples for Link.
2004
Action-AdventureThe final original Zelda title for GBA introduces the magical Minish Cap, allowing Link to shrink to microscopic size. Developed by Capcom's Flagship team, it features kinstone fusion mechanics and vibrant cartoon-style visuals.
2002
Action-AdventureThe fourth main Metroid game introduces Samus' organic Fusion Suit after a parasite infection, featuring a more narrative-driven structure with mission briefings and AI guidance. Directed by Yoshio Sakamoto, it pioneered the 'guided adventure' subgenre while retaining series' exploration roots.
2004
Action-AdventureA complete remake of the original 1986 Metroid, rebuilt with Fusion's engine to include modern controls, expanded story sequences, and a new post-game chapter revealing Samus' Zero Suit origins. Serves as the canonical starting point of the Metroid timeline.
2001
Action-AdventureThe first Castlevania on GBA introduces the Dual Set-Up System (DSS) with 100+ card combinations for customizing attacks. Features non-linear exploration in Dracula's castle with protagonist Nathan Graves, a vampire hunter trained by the Belmont clan.
2002
Action-AdventureThe second GBA Castlevania stars Juste Belmont, grandson of Simon Belmont, featuring a dual-castle mechanic with parallel worlds. Introduces spell combinations and faster-paced combat while refining the DSS system from Circle of the Moon.
2003
Action-AdventureSet in 2035, this GBA masterpiece introduces Soma Cruz - a reincarnation of Dracula with the power to absorb enemy souls. Features the revolutionary Tactical Soul system with 112 collectible abilities that transform gameplay.
2005
Action-AdventureThis compilation includes two acclaimed Game Boy Advance titles: 'Castlevania: Harmony of Dissonance' and 'Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow'. Experience both gothic adventures in one cartridge with enhanced connectivity features.
2001
Tactical RPGThe first Western release of Nintendo's long-running Wars series introduces turn-based tactical combat with charming CO units. Features 114 maps across Campaign, Versus, and Design modes with deep fog-of-war mechanics.
2003
Tactical RPGThe direct sequel enhances the original formula with new COs, dual-CO Tag Powers, and the sinister Black Hole Army. Introduces weather effects and Neotanks while expanding the map editor with custom victory conditions.
2001
RPGThis critically acclaimed RPG introduces Djinn-collecting mechanics and dynamic psynergy puzzles. Follow Isaac's quest to prevent the ancient power of Alchemy from being unleashed across Weyard.
2002
RPGThe direct sequel shifts perspective to antagonist-turned-protagonist Felix, expanding the world of Weyard with sailing mechanics and 72 new Djinn. Introduces 4-player versus battles and the epic 8-phase final dungeon.
2004
Action-AdventureA groundbreaking Metroidvania-style Kirby adventure featuring nonlinear exploration and 4-player cooperative gameplay via link cable. Kirby must navigate a mirror-shattered world to defeat Dark Meta Knight.
2002
PlatformerA vibrant GBA remake of Kirby's Adventure (NES) featuring enhanced graphics, new multiplayer modes, and the debut of Kirby's iconic copy abilities. Players inhale enemies to gain their powers while battling the evil Nightmare who's stolen Dream Land's star rod.
A portable first-person shooter adaptation of the console hit, featuring James Bond in a globe-trotting mission to stop a nuclear weapons conspiracy. Includes both story campaign and multiplayer modes.
An original Bond adventure featuring Pierce Brosnan's likeness, blending driving sequences with third-person shooter action. The GBA version delivers a top-down perspective with gadget-based gameplay faithful to the console experience.
2004
Beat 'em upAn action-packed retelling of Goku's early adventures from the original Dragon Ball series. Combines side-scrolling beat 'em up levels with arena fighting segments, spanning from the Emperor Pilaf Saga to the King Piccolo battles.
2004
FightingAerial combat fighter featuring DBZ characters with signature moves like Kamehameha and Final Flash. Includes 'What If' storylines and 2-player versus mode via link cable.