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Game Boy Advance · Shooter
Blades of Thunder
| System | Game Boy Advance |
|---|---|
| Released | 2005 |
| Genre | Shooter |
| Developer | Interactive Vision |
| Publisher | Summitsoft Entertainment |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| ESRB | T |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Released for the Game Boy Advance in 2005, Blades of Thunder is a shooter developed by Interactive Vision and published by Summitsoft Entertainment.
It landed about 4 years into the GBA's life. Other notable GBA releases from 2005 include Pokémon Emerald, Mario Party Advance and WarioWare: Twisted!.
Blades of Thunder 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 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 are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Blades of Thunder is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
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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.
Blades of Thunder FAQ
When did Blades of Thunder come out on the GBA?
Blades of Thunder was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2005.
Who made Blades of Thunder?
It was developed by Interactive Vision and published by Summitsoft Entertainment.
Is Blades of Thunder multiplayer?
No. Blades of Thunder is a single-player game.
How long does Blades of Thunder take to play?
As a shooter, Blades of Thunder 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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