Game Boy Advance · Action
Bomberman Max 2: Blue Advance
| System | Game Boy Advance |
|---|---|
| Released | 2002 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Hudson |
| Publisher | Vivendi Universal Games |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Bomberman |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Released for the Game Boy Advance in 2002, Bomberman Max 2: Blue Advance is an action game developed by Hudson and published by Vivendi Universal Games.
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 Bomberman series; on the GBA you can also try Bomberman Tournament, Bomberman Max 2: Red Advance and Classic NES Series: Bomberman. The series also appears on other systems with Bomberman II (NES) and Bomberman 64 (N64). Hudson also made Hatena Satena, Blender Bros. and Ninja Cop for the GBA.
Bomberman Max 2: Blue Advance supports up to 4 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 Bomberman Max 2: Blue Advance 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.
Bomberman Max 2: Blue Advance cheats & codes
9 codes on file (Code Breaker). Here are a few Code Breaker codes to start with:
| Stop Time | 830055A8
315B |
|---|---|
| Max Speed | 8200004C
0B00 |
| Invincible | 8200006E
0001 |
| Infinite Bombs | 82005194
0009 |
| Infinite Lives | 82008098
000A |
| Max Bombs | 32000051
0009 |
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Playing GBA games today
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Bomberman Max 2: Blue Advance FAQ
When did Bomberman Max 2: Blue Advance come out on the GBA?
Bomberman Max 2: Blue Advance was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2002.
Who made Bomberman Max 2: Blue Advance?
It was developed by Hudson and published by Vivendi Universal Games.
Is Bomberman Max 2: Blue Advance multiplayer?
Yes. Bomberman Max 2: Blue Advance supports up to 4 players.
How long does Bomberman Max 2: Blue Advance take to play?
As an action game, Bomberman Max 2: Blue Advance 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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