Game Boy Advance · Platformer
Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses
| System | Game Boy Advance |
|---|---|
| Released | 2006 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Wayforward |
| Publisher | Activision |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Barbie |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Developed by Wayforward and published by Activision, Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses arrived on the Game Boy Advance in 2006 as a platformer.
It landed about 5 years into the GBA's life. Other notable GBA releases from 2006 include Mother 3, Rhythm Tengoku and Drill Dozer.
It is part of the Barbie series; on the GBA you can also try Barbie Horse Adventures: Blue Ribbon Race, Barbie as the Island Princess and Secret Agent Barbie. The series also appears on other systems with Barbie (NES) and Barbie: Super Model (SNES). Wayforward also made SpongeBob SquarePants: Creature from the Krusty Krab, The Scorpion King: Sword of Osiris and X-Men: The Official Game for the GBA.
Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you've played the GBA hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
If you like Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses, the Matrix also picks…
Barbie as the Island Princess Deep cut
Mario vs. Donkey Kong Classic
Sonic Advance 3 Classic
New Super Mario Bros. Classic
Sonic Advance Classic
Playing GBA games today
The GBA is one of the best-value retro libraries around, with deep RPGs and tactics games that suit portable play. A growing selection is on Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, and Rec0m88 supports GBA if you own the games.
Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses FAQ
When did Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses come out on the GBA?
Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2006.
Who made Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses?
It was developed by Wayforward and published by Activision.
Is Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses multiplayer?
No. Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses is a single-player game.
How long does Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses take to play?
As a platformer, Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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