Game Boy Advance
The Game Boy Advance became a beloved handheld with an impressive library of RPGs, platformers, and strategy games. Its compact form and link cable support encouraged multiplayer gaming on the go. The GBA revitalized classic franchises like Zelda and Metroid, while Pokémon continued its worldwide domination. Players also appreciated backwards compatibility with Game Boy and Game Boy Color games.

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- •Reinforcing cartridges with tape
- •Handmade Fire Emblem growth charts
- •Exchanging Phoenix Wright court notes
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View AllPokémon Ruby
2002
RPGPokémon Ruby is a role-playing video game developed by Game Freak and published by Nintendo for the Game Boy Advance. It is part of the third generation of the Pokémon series and introduces 135 new Pokémon to the franchise. Players embark on a journey through the Hoenn region to become the Pokémon Champion while thwarting the plans of Team Magma.
The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past & Four Swords
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.
Metroid: Zero Mission
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.
Castlevania: Circle of the Moon
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.
Golden Sun
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.