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Game Boy Advance · Puzzle
Bookworm
Deep cut
| System | Game Boy Advance |
|---|---|
| Released | 2003 |
| Genre | Puzzle |
| Developer | PopCap Games |
| Publisher | Majesco |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Released for the Game Boy Advance in 2003, Bookworm is a puzzle game developed by PopCap Games and published by Majesco.
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. Among the 55 GBA puzzle games in our database, it ranks #13 by legacy score.
Bookworm is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you've played the GBA hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want story, exploration or action
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Bookworm is like
Puzzle games challenge pattern recognition, planning and quick thinking, from falling-block games to single-screen logic puzzles.
Tip for newcomers: Puzzle games are perfect for short sessions and often have endless or score-attack modes, so they never really end.
Bookworm walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Bookworm.
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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.
Bookworm FAQ
When did Bookworm come out on the GBA?
Bookworm was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2003.
Who made Bookworm?
It was developed by PopCap Games and published by Majesco.
Is Bookworm multiplayer?
No. Bookworm is a single-player game.
How long does Bookworm take to play?
As a puzzle game, Bookworm typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Bookworm on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.