Doom Classic Co-op
Game Boy Advance · Shooter / Action
Doom II
Certified classic Co-op
| System | Game Boy Advance |
|---|---|
| Released | 2002 (originally 1994) |
| Genre | Shooter, Action, Horror |
| Developer | Torus Games |
| Publisher | Activision |
| Players | 1–4 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Doom |
| ESRB | T |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 9 |
Developed by Torus Games and published by Activision, Doom II arrived on the Game Boy Advance in 2002 as a shooter. This GBA release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1994. It blends shooter, action and horror elements.
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. Among the 47 GBA shooters in our database, it ranks #4 by legacy score.
It is part of the Doom series; on the GBA you can also try Doom. The series also appears on other systems with Doom 64 (N64) and Final Doom (PS1). Torus Games also made Space Invaders, Duke Nukem Advance and Spider-Man: Battle for New York for the GBA.
Doom II supports up to 4 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.
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 want a game to beat together with a friend
- you want to experience one of the GBA's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
What playing Doom II 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.
Doom II 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.
Doom II FAQ
When did Doom II come out on the GBA?
Doom II was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2002; the original game dates back to 1994.
Who made Doom II?
It was developed by Torus Games and published by Activision.
Is Doom II multiplayer?
Yes. Doom II supports up to 4 players, including co-op play.
How long does Doom II take to play?
As a shooter, Doom II 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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