Game Boy Advance · Shoot 'em Up / Shooter
Dead to Rights
Deep cut
| System | Game Boy Advance |
|---|---|
| Released | 2004 |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Shooter |
| Developer | Torus Games |
| Publisher | Zoo Digital Publishing |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Dead to Rights |
| ESRB | T |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Released for the Game Boy Advance in 2004, Dead to Rights is a shoot 'em up developed by Torus Games and published by Zoo Digital Publishing. It blends shoot 'em up and shooter elements.
It landed about 3 years into the GBA's life. Other notable GBA releases from 2004 include The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap, Mario vs. Donkey Kong and Sonic Advance 3.
It is part of the Dead to Rights series. Torus Games also made Space Invaders, Doom II and Duke Nukem Advance for the GBA.
Dead to Rights 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 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 dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Dead to Rights is like
Shoot 'em ups (shmups) put you in a ship facing waves of enemies and bullets. Runs are short and intense, and the goal is to survive, collect power-ups and push your high score.
Tip for newcomers: Focus on your ship's small hitbox rather than the flood of bullets, and learn which power-ups suit each stage. Most shmups are designed to be replayed many times.
Dead to Rights walkthroughs & guides
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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.
Dead to Rights FAQ
When did Dead to Rights come out on the GBA?
Dead to Rights was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2004.
Who made Dead to Rights?
It was developed by Torus Games and published by Zoo Digital Publishing.
Is Dead to Rights multiplayer?
No. Dead to Rights is a single-player game.
How long does Dead to Rights take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Dead to Rights 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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