Bandai WonderSwan Games Collection
The WonderSwan, developed by Bandai and designed by Game Boy creator Gunpei Yokoi, was a monochrome handheld released in 1999 exclusively in Japan. Its landscape-oriented design with both vertical and horizontal control options was innovative, as was its low power consumption (running on a single AA battery). The system found moderate success in Japan (selling about 3.5 million units) due to strong support from Square, which released Final Fantasy and other RPGs for the platform. The WonderSwan Color (2000) added a color screen while maintaining backward compatibility. While the hardware was technically superior to the Game Boy Color in some respects, it couldn't compete with Nintendo's market dominance or the upcoming Game Boy Advance. The system's library was Japan-focused, featuring many anime licenses and RPGs never localized for Western markets. The WonderSwan's legacy lies in its unique hardware design and its role as the last project by Yokoi, who died in 1997 before seeing its release. Today it remains a collector's item representing an alternative vision for handheld gaming during the transitional period between the Game Boy and modern handhelds.
All Bandai WonderSwan Games
2003
RPGAn enhanced RPG adaptation of the classic 'Gold Legend' arc from the Saint Seiya anime, featuring turn-based battles where characters unleash their Cosmo energy through signature attacks like Pegasus Ryu Sei Ken.
1999
Action RPGDicing Knight is an action RPG developed by Bandai for the WonderSwan handheld console. Players control a knight who uses dice-based combat mechanics to battle monsters in a fantasy world. The game combines traditional RPG elements with unique dice-rolling mechanics for attacks and spells.
2003
Action RPGRockman EXE WS is an action RPG based on the Mega Man Battle Network series, developed for the WonderSwan handheld. The game follows Lan Hikari and his NetNavi MegaMan.EXE as they battle viruses and cyber criminals in the cyber world, featuring a unique blend of real-time action and strategic deck-building elements.
A unique Rockman spin-off for WonderSwan featuring Mega Man (Rockman) and Bass (Forte) battling against new Robot Masters from the future. Features side-scrolling action with special abilities for both characters.
2001
PlatformerKlonoa's monochromatic WonderSwan debut featuring puzzle-platforming action across dream-themed museums. The first handheld entry in the series introduces the Wind Ring mechanic in portable form.
2000
Action RPGAn action RPG adventure featuring Ultraman on the WonderSwan handheld. Players explore alien worlds and battle monsters while uncovering the mystery of the Land of Light.
1999
Tactical RPGThe first Super Robot Wars title for Bandai's WonderSwan handheld, condensing the signature tactical RPG gameplay into a portable format. Features 25 playable units from 12 different mecha anime series.
2000
Tactical RPGThe second Super Robot Wars installment for Bandai's WonderSwan handheld, featuring tactical battles with mecha from multiple anime series. Players command squads of iconic robots in grid-based strategic combat.
2001
Tactical RPGThe final WonderSwan installment in the SRW series, featuring 22 mecha anime series including Gundam Wing, Mazinger Z, and Evangelion. Strategic turn-based battles with upgradeable units across 50+ stages.