Bionicle GBA box art

Game Boy Advance · Adventure

Bionicle

SystemGame Boy Advance
Released2003
GenreAdventure
DeveloperMobius Entertainment
PublisherTHQ
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
SeriesBionicle
LegacyDeep cut

Developed by Mobius Entertainment and published by THQ, Bionicle arrived on the Game Boy Advance in 2003 as an adventure game.

It landed about 2 years into the GBA's life. Other notable GBA releases from 2003 include Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga, Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow and Sonic Battle.

It is part of the Bionicle series; on the GBA you can also try Bionicle: Matoran Adventures, Bionicle: Maze of Shadows and Bionicle Heroes. Mobius Entertainment also made Max Payne, A Sound of Thunder and Army Men: Turf Wars for the GBA.

This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.

Pick it if…

  • you want to get lost in a long quest
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you've played the GBA hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Bionicle is like

Adventure games focus on exploration, story and puzzle-solving rather than combat. Progress comes from examining your surroundings, collecting items and figuring out how they fit together.

Tip for newcomers: Classic adventure games can be cryptic by modern standards. Take notes, try everything on everything, and save before risky choices.

Bionicle gameplay screenshot on GBA
In-game screenshot (GBA)

Bionicle walkthroughs & guides

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Playing GBA games today

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Bionicle FAQ

When did Bionicle come out on the GBA?

Bionicle was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2003.

Who made Bionicle?

It was developed by Mobius Entertainment and published by THQ.

Is Bionicle multiplayer?

No. Bionicle is a single-player game.

How long does Bionicle take to play?

As an adventure game, Bionicle typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

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