With the recent rumor of the arrival of Game Boy and Game Boy Advance to Nintendo Switch, these two legendary laptops from the big N are on everyone’s lips. Remembering the past of our beloved Big N from time to time never hurts.
It must be recognized that both consoles had an enviable catalog and great titles that, even today, give us hours and hours of fun. For this reason, today we want to talk about one of them, Game Boy Advanceand comment on which ones have been the best games of this platform.
From Golden Sun to Metroid, through Pokémon and, of course, Super Mario, they were all present in the predecessor of the Nintendo DS. Do you want to know what they are? the ten best Game Boy Advance games? So don’t hesitate and continue reading, because we have updated this article with many more interesting Game Boy Advance games that we cannot leave behind…
The 10 original Game Boy Advance games in the article
Metroid Fusion
The fourth installment of the Metroid saga introduced us to parasite X, a new threat that Samus will have to face.
A huge map full of secrets, an addictive story, exceptional gameplay and a wonderful soundtrack made Metroid Fusion is one of the essential Game Boy Advance games. As an interesting fact, although I’m sure you already know, this was the last Metroid released until the arrival of Metroid Dread.
Pokemon Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald
Our beloved pocket monsters couldn’t be left out of the top. Pokémon Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald brought us the Hoenn region, a place full of color and life where we had to choose between Treecko, Mudkip and Torchic, face Team Magma or Team Aqua and face Groudo, Kyogre and Rayquaza himself .
The arrival of Pokémon to Game Boy Advance represented a considerable improvement in the saga which brought with it, among many other things, double combats, the possibility of diving and a much more diverse region. Without a doubt, an essential.
Golden Sun
If we think of an iconic Game Boy Advance RPG, Golden Sun is the first one that comes to our mind. And it is no wonder, since the story of Hans and company had everything necessary to succeed: a great plot, a turn-based combat system, the Djinn and, of course, a good handful of puzzles and research areas.
Don’t be fooled, Nintendo, both Golden Sun and its sequel, Golden Sun II: The Lost Age, are some of the best games you can find on the Game Boy Advance.
The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap
And, speaking of incredible games, Link couldn’t miss the date with The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap. On this occasion, Our beloved protagonist had to face the fearsome sorcerer Vaati and seek the power necessary to break the stone spell that frozen Princess Zelda.. Of course, dungeons full of secrets, enigmatic puzzles and fearsome enemies could not be missing from this title.
The Ezero hat, which accompanied us and allowed us to reduce our size, is already an icon of the saga.
Mario Kart: Super Circuit
There is no doubt that Mario Kart is synonymous with fun; Good proof of this is the eighth installment of the saga, which recently released the first DLC of the Extra Clues Pass.
Mario Kart: Super Circuit was the first installment of the series released on a portable console. and it allowed us to compete against seven other runners in some very addictive, fast-paced races.
WarioWare: Minigame Mania
The first title in the Wario Ware saga compiled a total of 231 of the most fun mini-gameswhich would surely make us spend hours and hours of fun.
Wario, Jimmy, Mona, Dribble and company did their thing in this great title, which dazzled fans and which, to this day, is still hilarious.
Advance Wars
The legendary military strategy game arrived in 2001 on the Game Boy Advance. With a careful story, iconic characters and highly addictive gameplay, it immediately became one of the essentials on the Nintendo portable and a regular on the lists of the best games on the console.
It had a sequel, as good as the first installment, and, as you know, both titles will soon arrive on Nintendo Switch.
Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga
The most famous brothers in the world of video games starred in this unforgettable RPG that took them to the Jewish kingdom. There, they had to face new enemies to awaken the stellar bean, which granted any wish.
A fun game, different from almost everything the big N had shown us up to that pointsince the only similar precedent was Super Mario RPG from Super Nintendo, that brought us a story full of humor. One of the best Game Boy Advance games, without a doubt.
Kirby and the Labyrinth of Mirrors
Our beloved pink ball is currently on everyone’s lips thanks to Kirby and the Forgotten Earthbut already in 2004 it had titles as impressive as Kirby and the Mirror Labyrinth.
On this occasion, On this occasion, Kirby aims to save Meta Knight, who is kidnapped by a dark Meta Knight. The title also gave us a certain freedom to travel the world with our adorable protagonist.
Fire Emblem: The Sacred Stones
We finish our Game Boy Advance top with Fire Emblem: The Sacred Stones, the eighth title in the saga and the last to come out on the GBA. It presented us with a magnificent adventure that began with the invasion of the kingdom of Grado to the kingdom of Renais to take over its sacred stone.
A magical game, which invited us to travel the continent to form our own army and prevent the sacred stones from releasing their dark and great power..
10 other incredible titles that the Game Boy Advance gave us years ago
Pokemon Esmeralda – 2004
Yes, it is okay that we have mentioned this delivery at the beginning of the article, but not individually. And this part of the Pokémon games still seems to us to be one of the best of its time today. In fact, it greatly affected the vast majority of players who enjoyed this title just over 20 years ago. Do you think the same?
Advance Wars 2: Black Hole Rising – 2003
This installment that came out in 2003 left us with a combination of action, adrenaline and iconic moments that have managed to remain one of the best of the Game Boy Advance over the years.
Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow – 2003
We couldn’t like the Aria of Sorrow installment of the Castlevania franchise more. And coming out in 2003, it managed to conquer millions of players around the world. Well, the story of Castlevania reached a considerable climax in the narration of the events of Aria of Sorrow. Do you agree with us?
Sonic Advance – 2001
Sonic Advance is somewhat older than the games we have previously mentioned in this section. While it is true that the Sonic saga has had many ups and downs, we can agree that when this title went on sale for the Game Boy Advance, it was a real success.
Mario vs. Donkey Kong – 2004
This installment is legendary for many, and it also had its version for the GBA. In fact, with its most current remake we can relive one of the best stories we have for the Game Boy Advance and that never hurts to remember.
Final Fantasy VI Advance – 2006
One of the most incredible and special installments of the Final Fantasy game saga, and one that managed to make all iGamesNews fall in love with it a little over 18 years ago. A game to remember and that will never go out of style. Since it survives as one of the best FF works in Nintendo history.
Gunstar Super Heroes – 2005
Weapons, action and incredible challenges. Quite an experience that we managed to enjoy in GBA almost 20 years ago. Do you remember her? Because we remember it enough to put it on the list.
F-Zero: Maximum Velocity – 2001
One of the most important racing titles on Nintendo, and whose franchise also experienced, like Sonic, some ups and downs. But that doesn’t mean it has stopped being more than loved by all Nintendo players over the years.
Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land – 2002
Kirby could not be missing from this list, his delivery Nightmare in Dream Land is one of the most beautiful games that we could enjoy on the Game Boy Advance.
Mega Man Zero – 2002
And to finish this section, Mega Maz Zero from 2002 is another of the titles best valued by the community. At a time when games were much more different than they are today. Do you remember the experience of trying this title 22 years ago? If so, leave it in comments.
- Final Fantasy Tactics Advance
- Ninja Cop
- Mega Man Zero 2
- Super Street Fighter 2 Turbo Revival
- Donkey Kong Country 2
- Astro Boy: Omega Factor
- Prince of Persia: Sands of time
- Rayman 3: Hoodlum Havoc
- Tales of Fantasy
- Final Fantasy IV
And so far our review of the best Game Boy Advance games, iGamesNews. What do you think? Are you missing any titles? Do not hesitate to leave us your opinion in the comments.
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