Duel Masters: Shadow of the Code GBA box art

Game Boy Advance · Board, Card & Party

Duel Masters: Shadow of the Code

SystemGame Boy Advance
Released2005
GenreBoard, Card & Party
DeveloperMistic Software
PublisherAtari SA
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut

Released for the Game Boy Advance in 2005, Duel Masters: Shadow of the Code is a board, card or party game developed by Mistic Software and published by Atari SA.

It landed about 4 years into the GBA's life. Other notable GBA releases from 2005 include Pokémon Emerald, Mario Party Advance and WarioWare: Twisted!.

Mistic Software also made Superman: Countdown to Apokolips, Arthur and the Invisibles and Totally Spies! for the GBA.

Duel Masters: Shadow of the Code 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 Duel Masters: Shadow of the Code 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.

Duel Masters: Shadow of the Code gameplay screenshot on GBA
In-game screenshot (GBA)

Duel Masters: Shadow of the Code cheats & codes

9 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:

Give 50000 Credits {Money)83004A30 C350
Enemy Has No Shields33001635 0000
Infinite Shields33001609 000A
Access All Area430047E0 0101 00000003 0002
Have All Cards43004A36 0909 0000012C 0002
All Shadow Code (Use at your own risk)4300481E 0101 0000000E 0002

See all Duel Masters: Shadow of the Code cheats

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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.

Duel Masters: Shadow of the Code FAQ

When did Duel Masters: Shadow of the Code come out on the GBA?

Duel Masters: Shadow of the Code was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2005.

Who made Duel Masters: Shadow of the Code?

It was developed by Mistic Software and published by Atari SA.

Is Duel Masters: Shadow of the Code multiplayer?

Yes. Duel Masters: Shadow of the Code supports up to 2 players.

How long does Duel Masters: Shadow of the Code take to play?

As a board, card or party game, Duel Masters: Shadow of the Code 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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