Game Boy Advance · Action / Fighting
BattleBots: Beyond the BattleBox
Deep cut
| System | Game Boy Advance |
|---|---|
| Released | 2002 |
| Genre | Action, Fighting |
| Developer | Universal |
| Publisher | Vivendi Universal Games |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Battlebots |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
BattleBots: Beyond the BattleBox is an action game released in 2002 for the Game Boy Advance, developed by Universal and published by Vivendi Universal Games. It blends action and fighting elements.
It came out in the GBA's second year on the market. Other notable GBA releases from 2002 include Sonic Advance 2, Metroid Fusion and The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past and Four Swords.
It is part of the Battlebots series; on the GBA you can also try BattleBots: Design & Destroy.
BattleBots: Beyond the BattleBox supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the GBA hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing BattleBots: Beyond the BattleBox is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
BattleBots: Beyond the BattleBox cheats & codes
8 codes on file (Code Breaker). Here are a few Code Breaker codes to start with:
| Infinite Cash | 83000100
4E20 |
|---|---|
| Stop Idle Timer | 33003204
0000 |
| Infinite Health | 83003220
0000 |
| Have All Arena's | 3300010E
0004 |
| Have Stage 3 Parts | 330001A5
0003 |
| Enable Code (Must Be On) | 0000E1D2
000A
10003208
0007 |
BattleBots: Beyond the BattleBox walkthroughs & guides
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BattleBots: Beyond the BattleBox FAQ
When did BattleBots: Beyond the BattleBox come out on the GBA?
BattleBots: Beyond the BattleBox was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2002.
Who made BattleBots: Beyond the BattleBox?
It was developed by Universal and published by Vivendi Universal Games.
Is BattleBots: Beyond the BattleBox multiplayer?
Yes. BattleBots: Beyond the BattleBox supports up to 2 players.
How long does BattleBots: Beyond the BattleBox take to play?
As an action game, BattleBots: Beyond the BattleBox 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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