Game Boy Advance · Beat 'em Up / Platformer
Astro Boy: Omega Factor
Certified classic
| System | Game Boy Advance |
|---|---|
| Released | 2004 |
| Genre | Beat 'em Up, Platformer |
| Developer | SEGA |
| Publisher | THQ |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Astro Boy |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 10 |
Released for the Game Boy Advance in 2004, Astro Boy: Omega Factor is a beat 'em up developed by SEGA and published by THQ. It blends beat 'em up and platformer elements.
It landed about 3 years into the GBA's life. Other notable GBA releases from 2004 include The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap, Mario vs. Donkey Kong and Sonic Advance 3. Among the 32 GBA beat 'em ups in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
It is part of the Astro Boy series. The series also appears on other systems with Tetsuwan Atom (SNES). SEGA also made The Pinball of the Dead, Columns Crown and 2 Games in 1: Columns Crown + ChuChu Rocket! for the GBA.
Astro Boy: Omega Factor is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you want to experience one of the GBA's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want depth and variety over simple, satisfying brawling
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Astro Boy: Omega Factor is like
Beat 'em ups send you down scrolling streets fighting waves of thugs with punches, kicks, throws and grabbed weapons. Most can be finished in a single sitting and shine with a second player.
Tip for newcomers: Avoid getting surrounded: keep enemies on one side of you and save your special attacks for crowds. Bring a friend if the game supports co-op.
Astro Boy: Omega Factor cheats & codes
11 codes on file (Code Breaker). Here are a few Code Breaker codes to start with:
| Infinite Health | 33002802
012C |
|---|---|
| 99 EX Power | 3300280A
0063 |
| Unlock Extra Menus & Ultimate Character List | 33000044
00FF |
| Infinite EX Power | 3300280A
0063 |
| Unlock Mid-Battle Stage Select Only | 830012BA
0200 |
| Enable Code (Must Be On) | 000027CB
000A
10000284
0007 |
Astro Boy: Omega Factor walkthroughs & guides
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Playing GBA games today
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Astro Boy: Omega Factor FAQ
When did Astro Boy: Omega Factor come out on the GBA?
Astro Boy: Omega Factor was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2004.
Who made Astro Boy: Omega Factor?
It was developed by SEGA and published by THQ.
Is Astro Boy: Omega Factor multiplayer?
No. Astro Boy: Omega Factor is a single-player game.
How long does Astro Boy: Omega Factor take to play?
As a beat 'em up, Astro Boy: Omega Factor typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Astro Boy: Omega Factor on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.