Game Boy Advance · Board, Card & Party
Chessmaster
| System | Game Boy Advance |
|---|---|
| Released | 2002 |
| Genre | Board, Card & Party |
| Developer | Ubisoft |
| Publisher | Ubisoft |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Chessmaster |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Released for the Game Boy Advance in 2002, Chessmaster is a board, card or party game developed by Ubisoft.
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 Chessmaster series. The series also appears on other systems with The Chessmaster 2000 (C64) and The Fidelity Chessmaster 2100 (C64). Ubisoft also made Rayman: Hoodlums' Revenge, TMNT and Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell for the GBA.
Chessmaster supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the GBA hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want action or story rather than tabletop-style play
What playing Chessmaster is like
Board, card, quiz and party games bring tabletop classics and social games to the screen, from chess and mahjong to trivia and casino games.
Tip for newcomers: These games are usually best with company; check how many players are supported before game night.
Chessmaster cheats & codes
5 codes on file (Code Breaker). Here are a few Code Breaker codes to start with:
| Time Always 0:00 (White) | 32012278
0000 |
|---|---|
| Quick Time Gain (White) | 32012278
00FF |
| Time Always 0:00 (Black) | 32011960
0000 |
| Quick Time Gain (Black) | 32011960
00FF |
| Enable Code (Must Be On) | 00005EED
000A
10027224
0007 |
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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.
Chessmaster FAQ
When did Chessmaster come out on the GBA?
Chessmaster was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2002.
Who made Chessmaster?
It was developed by Ubisoft.
Is Chessmaster multiplayer?
Yes. Chessmaster supports up to 2 players.
How long does Chessmaster take to play?
As a board, card or party game, Chessmaster 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.
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