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+ | | released= {{release|na= June 11, 2001|jp= March 21, 2001|eu= June 22, 2001|aus= June 22, 2001}}<br>'''Game Boy Advance SP:'''<br>{{release|na= March 23, 2003|jp= February 14, 2003|eu= March 28, 2003|aus= March 28, 2003}}<br>'''Game Boy Micro:'''<br>{{release|na= September 19, 2005|jp= September 13, 2005|eu= November 4, 2005|aus= November 3, 2005}} |
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| + | The '''Game Boy Advance''' (ゲームボーイアドバンス, ''Gēmu Bōi Adobansu''), often shortened to '''GBA''',<ref>{{Cite Guide|quote= |game= TMC |publisher= Nintendo |page= 6}}</ref> is a [[Nintendo]] handheld console and the successor to the [[Game Boy Color]]. |
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| − | The '''Game Boy Advance''' (often shortened to '''GBA''') (ゲームボーイアドバンス, ''Gēmu Bōi Adobansu'') is the successor of the [[Game Boy Color]]. It was released in Japan on March 21, 2001; in North America on June 11, 2001; and in Europe on June 22, 2001. With a 32-bit memory and a 20% larger screen than other Game Boy installments, it allowed for much more advanced graphics than its predecessors. ''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'' was remade for the Game Boy Advance and came with a small, [[multiplayer]] [[The Legend of Zelda (Series)|''Zelda'' game]] called ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords|Four Swords]]'' Later, an all-new ''Zelda'' title was released: ''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap|The Minish Cap]]''. Three kinds of Game Boy Advance systems were produced: |
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| − | * The classic Game Boy Advance |
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| + | The original model features a wider screen than its predecessors, shoulder buttons, and processing power comparable to the [[Super Nintendo Entertainment System|SNES]]. The Game Boy Advance is backwards compatible with both the original [[Game Boy]] and the [[Game Boy Color]]. |
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| − | All versions save the Game Boy micro maintain the backwards compatibility function introduced with the classic Game Boy Advance. Backwards compatibility allows Game Boy and Game Boy Color gamepacs to be played on the GBA. Because the Game Boy Advance's screen is wider compared to its predecessors, an option to widen the widen the display can be toggled with the L and R buttons. |
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| + | The '''Game Boy Advance SP''' features a foldable design, a rechargeable battery, and a frontlit screen. On September 2005, an improved version with a backlit screen was released in North America. A limited edition ''Zelda''-themed Game Boy Advance SP bundle was also released. Limited to 25,000 copies, it featured a golden console with the [[Triforce]] outside and the [[Wingcrest]] inside. It also included a copy of {{TMC}} (without box). It was available for sale only in Europe and Australia. |
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| + | ===Game Boy Micro=== |
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| + | The '''Game Boy Micro''' features a smaller design, a backlit screen, and removable face plate. It is also no longer backwards compatible with the previous Game Boy consoles. |
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==''The Legend of Zelda'' Games== |
==''The Legend of Zelda'' Games== |
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| + | *{{TLoZ}} (Classic NES Series) |
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| − | *''[[The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past|A Link to the Past]]'' |
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| + | *{{TAoL}} (Classic NES Series) |
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| − | *''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords|Four Swords]]'' |
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| + | *{{ALttP&FS}} |
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| − | *''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap|The Minish Cap]]'' |
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| + | *{{TMC}} |
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| + | The Game Boy Advance can also be conected to a [[Nintendo GameCube|GameCube]] to play {{FSA}} with up to four players, and {{TWW}} in order to use the [[Tingle Tuner]]. Due to the backwards compatibility, the console is also able to play {{LA}}, {{LA|DX}}, {{OoA}}, and {{OoS}}. |
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| − | ===''Zelda'' Games playable via connecting Game Boy Advance to the GameCube=== |
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| − | *''[[The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures|Four Swords Adventures]]'' |
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| − | *''[[The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker|The Wind Waker]]'' |
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==Trivia== |
==Trivia== |
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+ | *If the ''Oracle'' games are played on any Game Boy Advance instead of a Game Boy Color, the [[Advance Shop]] can be found, where the GBA Time and GBA Nature [[Magic Ring|Rings]] can be bought. |
| + | *Seven Game Boy Advance SP consoles made of real gold were given away as a promotion during the release of {{TMC|-}}. Six of these could be claimed by finding a winning card inside the ''Zelda''-themed Game Boy Advance SP bundle. |
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| + | ==Gallery== |
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| + | File:GBA SP Minish Cap 1.png|The ''Zelda''-themed Game Boy Advance SP exterior |
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| + | File:GBA SP Minish Cap 2.png|The ''Zelda''-themed Game Boy Advance SP interior |
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| + | File:Game Boy Micro.png|The Game Boy Micro |
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| + | </gallery> |
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| + | ===Box Art=== |
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| + | File:GBA SP Zelda Edition Box.jpg|Limited edition Game Boy Advance SP box art |
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| + | File:Gold GBA SP Promotional.jpg|Promotional image of the Game Boy Advance SP made of gold |
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| + | </gallery> |
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| + | ===Logos=== |
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| + | File:Gbasp logo.png|Logo of the Game Boy Advance SP |
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Revision as of 13:58, 3 December 2020
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The Game Boy Advance (ゲームボーイアドバンス, Gēmu Bōi Adobansu), often shortened to GBA,[1] is a Nintendo handheld console and the successor to the Game Boy Color.
Models
Game Boy Advance
The original model features a wider screen than its predecessors, shoulder buttons, and processing power comparable to the SNES. The Game Boy Advance is backwards compatible with both the original Game Boy and the Game Boy Color.
Game Boy Advance SP
The Game Boy Advance SP features a foldable design, a rechargeable battery, and a frontlit screen. On September 2005, an improved version with a backlit screen was released in North America. A limited edition Zelda-themed Game Boy Advance SP bundle was also released. Limited to 25,000 copies, it featured a golden console with the Triforce outside and the Wingcrest inside. It also included a copy of The Minish Cap (without box). It was available for sale only in Europe and Australia.
Game Boy Micro
The Game Boy Micro features a smaller design, a backlit screen, and removable face plate. It is also no longer backwards compatible with the previous Game Boy consoles.
The Legend of Zelda Games
- The Legend of Zelda (Classic NES Series)
- The Adventure of Link (Classic NES Series)
- A Link to the Past & Four Swords
- The Minish Cap
The Game Boy Advance can also be conected to a GameCube to play Four Swords Adventures with up to four players, and The Wind Waker in order to use the Tingle Tuner. Due to the backwards compatibility, the console is also able to play Link's Awakening, Link's Awakening DX, Oracle of Ages, and Oracle of Seasons.
Trivia
- If the Oracle games are played on any Game Boy Advance instead of a Game Boy Color, the Advance Shop can be found, where the GBA Time and GBA Nature Rings can be bought.
- Seven Game Boy Advance SP consoles made of real gold were given away as a promotion during the release of The Minish Cap. Six of these could be claimed by finding a winning card inside the Zelda-themed Game Boy Advance SP bundle.
Gallery
The Zelda-themed Game Boy Advance SP exterior
The Zelda-themed Game Boy Advance SP interior
The Game Boy Micro
Box Art
Limited edition Game Boy Advance SP box art
Promotional image of the Game Boy Advance SP made of gold
Logos
Logo of the Game Boy Advance SP
References
- ↑ The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap — The Official Nintendo Player's Guide, Nintendo of America, pg. 6