Game Boy Advance · Action / Beat 'em Up
Dynasty Warriors Advance
Certified classic
| System | Game Boy Advance |
|---|---|
| Released | 2005 |
| Genre | Action, Beat 'em Up |
| Developer | Koei |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Dynasty Warriors |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 7 |
Released for the Game Boy Advance in 2005, Dynasty Warriors Advance is an action game developed by Koei and published by Nintendo. It blends action and beat 'em up elements.
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!. Among the 134 GBA action games in our database, it ranks #13 by legacy score.
It is part of the Dynasty Warriors series. The series also appears on other systems with Dynasty Warriors (PS1) and Dynasty Warriors DS: Fighter's Battle (DS). Koei also made Sangokushi Koumeiden for the GBA.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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 to experience one of the GBA's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Dynasty Warriors Advance is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Dynasty Warriors Advance cheats & codes
21 codes on file (GameShark, Code Breaker). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Max Kills | 820031C0
270F |
|---|---|
| Infinite Life | 82003180
03E7 |
| Infinite Musou | 32003184
0064 |
| Max Ability | 320031CA
0005 |
| Master Code [PAD] | 0000FEC7
000A
10001C2E
0007 |
| Master Code [PAD] [Alternate] | 0000FEC7
000A
1004F99C
0007 |
Dynasty Warriors Advance walkthroughs & guides
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Dynasty Warriors Advance FAQ
When did Dynasty Warriors Advance come out on the GBA?
Dynasty Warriors Advance was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2005.
Who made Dynasty Warriors Advance?
It was developed by Koei and published by Nintendo.
Is Dynasty Warriors Advance multiplayer?
No. Dynasty Warriors Advance is a single-player game.
How long does Dynasty Warriors Advance take to play?
As an action game, Dynasty Warriors Advance 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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