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GBA Action Video Games

Action games. Wide category of games that require reflex, accuracy and agility. It includes, among other things, shooters (e.g. Call of Duty and Battlefield series) and action-adventure games (Tomb Raider). First and third person perspective (FPP/TPP) is used. In most cases we are playing as a character who has to defeat some enemies and reach a specific point. We can use a wide range of weapons, including pistols, rocket launchers, swords, knives and like. Action-adventure is a particular category within action games genre. Such titles put less emphasis on action and combat, focusing more on story, exploration and puzzles. more

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Doom II
Doom II

Action 22 October 2002

Classic FPS, this time on Game Boy Advance. In the distant future, the Earth is attacked by hell-born monsters whose habitat was discovered on Mars. As a surviving marines with an impressive arsenal, we face hordes of hellish beasts on more than 32 levels. In addition, we get a sensational multiplayer mode.

Tomb Raider: Legend
Tomb Raider: Legend

Action 10 November 2006

The seventh major installment of the Tomb Raider series. As the previous parts of the game were not received very well, a new studio – Crystal Dynamics, with Toby Gard, the creator of the original series, in its ranks – was entrusted with the game. Setting-wise, the title goes back to its roots, which means exploring ancient tombs and catacombs. During the gameplay you will visit a number of exotic locations, including Himalayas, Bolivia, Peru, Japan, Ghana, Malaysia, England, and Kazakhstan.

LEGO Star Wars II: The Original Trilogy
LEGO Star Wars II: The Original Trilogy

Action 12 September 2006

LEGO Star Wars II: The Original Trilogy is a continuation of one of the best made electronic and entertainment products of 2005. According to the subtitle, this time the developers focused on three episodes of the Star Wars film cycle, shot by George Lucas in 1977-1983.

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

Action 08 November 2005

Another virtual adaptation based on a book belonging to the series written by J.K. Rowling. The series revolves around the adventures of Harry Potter and his two friends: Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley.

Dead to Rights
Dead to Rights

Action 26 November 2004

Dead to Rights is a dynamic Third-Person View (TPP) action game. The main character, Jack Slate, a hard clay from Grant City, is accused of a crime he did not commit. Together with his faithful dog companion, a former policeman declares war on a criminal half-world. Developers from Bitmap Brothers studio were clearly inspired by the comic character of Punisher.

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

Action 26 June 2007

Published by Electronic Arts, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix is a game based on the fifth movie following the adventures of a young wizard. Similarly to all the previous installments, the game is available on multiple platforms and follows the formula developed by the previous Harry Potter games – the players are given an action adventure game, in which they observe the action from the third person perspective.

Sonic Advance 2
Sonic Advance 2

Action 09 March 2003

Continuation of the adventures of the crazy hedgehog. This time we can direct one of the five different characters. Improvements included the appearance and size of the levels, as well as the quality of the audiovisual luminaire.

Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell
Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell

Action 05 June 2003

A third-person stealth action game by Ubisoft Montreal, inspired by the works of the famous Tom Clancy and the NetForce novel series. We assume the role of Sam Fisher, a federal agent and an operative of a secret unit within NSA (National Security Agency). The protagonist's task is to perform missions given to him by the agency, usually involving elimination of incredibly dangerous enemies, destroying documents, or infiltrating secret installations.

Robots
Robots

Action 22 February 2005

Robots is a game for younger players, the plot of which is based on an animated S-F film of the same title.

X-Men: The Official Game
X-Men: The Official Game

Action 16 May 2006

Action game prepared in parallel with a movie entitled X-Men: The Last Stand. However, it is not based on the plot of the film, but is a kind of bridge between the second and third part of full-length screenings telling the story of the X-Men's feats.

Medal of Honor: Infiltrator
Medal of Honor: Infiltrator

Action 17 November 2003

The very popular Medal of Honor series returns to GBA, this time making perfect use of the hardware capabilities of the Nintendo consoles.

Juka and the Monophonic Menace
Juka and the Monophonic Menace

Action 29 April 2006

Juka and the Monophonic Menace is an action adventure game. This product tells the story of a boy named Juka, who excels in the alchemist profession.

Spider-Man 3: The Game
Spider-Man 3: The Game

Action 04 May 2007

An action adventure game based on the third Spider-Man movie directed by Sam Raimi. The action is set in the city of New York, recreated with great attention to details. We assume the role of the eponymous superhero, who has to undertake a myriad of various quests. However, the story does not impose any specific path on us, letting us decide the mission order on our own.

Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon

Action 09 October 2003

Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon is a classic fighting game, directly referring to the famous film "Crouching Tiger, a hidden dragon. The main characters are: Li Mu Bai, Zen warrior and sword master; Shu Lien, his companion and lover, martial arts master; Jen, a teenage aristocrat, perfectly coping with melee duels.

LarryBoy and the Bad Apple
LarryBoy and the Bad Apple

Action 03 August 2006

LarryBoy and the Bad Apple is an action-packed adventure game based on the twenty-ninth episode of the famous television series VeggieTales and the third part of LarryBoy's adventures. The title character is a world-famous bandit hunter.

Duke Nukem Advance
Duke Nukem Advance

Action 12 August 2002

Pocket version of the cult PeCet shooter. We have a dozen or so extended levels to overcome. The action is observed, of course, from the perspective of the first person.

Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six: Rogue Spear
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six: Rogue Spear

Action 18 March 2002

One of the more complicated tactical shooters that was decided to spend on a Nintendo portable console. We are at the forefront of the anti-terrorist team. Our task is, among other things, to rescue hostages.

Sonic Advance
Sonic Advance

Action 03 February 2002

Classic adventures of Sonic and his friends, this time on GameBoy Advance. The game is very much reminiscent of its predecessors, also when the quality of graphics is taken into account.

Disney's Meet the Robinsons
Disney's Meet the Robinsons

Action 27 March 2007

Disney's Meet the Robinsons is an action game with adventure elements, based on computer animation (Polish title: Robinson's Family). The story is about a genius boy named Wilbur, who constructs a device to restore lost memories. It turns out, however, that this machine allows for unlimited travel in time.

Tomb Raider: The Prophecy
Tomb Raider: The Prophecy

Action 12 November 2002

The next installment of Lara Croft's adventures. This time the archaeologist tries to bring about the fulfillment of a prophecy. In order to do so, almost 30 levels have to be overcome. The action is shown in isometric projection.

Earthworm Jim
Earthworm Jim

Action 10 June 2001

An absurdly humorous, sidescrolled 2D platformer created by Shiny Entertainment development studio. The title character is an earthworm dressed in a cosmic suit, who tries to save the princess "As Her Name is" from the danger that threatens her. The game is maintained in the style of classic arcade run & guns.

Action Man: Robot Attack
Action Man: Robot Attack

Action 24 September 2004

A dynamic action game in which we play the character of the title character. Action Man once again tries to stop Doctor X trying to take control over the minds of people around the world.

Teen Titans
Teen Titans

Action 16 October 2005

Teen Titans is an action adventure game created by A2M studio for Majesco, telling about the adventures of young superheroes, whose adventures we could follow thanks to a cartoon under the same title, on the Cartoon Network channel.

James Bond 007: Everything or Nothing
James Bond 007: Everything or Nothing

Action 17 November 2003

James Bond 007: Everything or Nothing is an EA Redwood Shores studio-produced dynamic third person perspective action game (TPP). The title character, the famous MI-5 agent, tries to reclaim the stolen technology, which found its way into the hands of dangerous subversionists from Eastern Europe. The game combines elements of shooting and spectacular chases with the use of various vehicles.