Sonic Advance 2 Classic
Game Boy Advance · Platformer
Gumby vs. the Astrobots
| System | Game Boy Advance |
|---|---|
| Released | 2005 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Torus Games |
| Publisher | Namco |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Developed by Torus Games and published by Namco, Gumby vs. the Astrobots arrived on the Game Boy Advance in 2005 as a platformer.
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!.
Torus Games also made Space Invaders, Doom II and Duke Nukem Advance for the GBA.
Gumby vs. the Astrobots is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you've played the GBA hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Gumby vs. the Astrobots is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
If you like Gumby vs. the Astrobots, the Matrix also picks…
Mario vs. Donkey Kong Classic
Sonic Advance 3 Classic
New Super Mario Bros. Classic
Sonic Advance Classic
Crash Bandicoot 2: N-Tranced Classic
Yoshi Topsy-Turvy Classic
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.
Gumby vs. the Astrobots FAQ
When did Gumby vs. the Astrobots come out on the GBA?
Gumby vs. the Astrobots was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2005.
Who made Gumby vs. the Astrobots?
It was developed by Torus Games and published by Namco.
Is Gumby vs. the Astrobots multiplayer?
No. Gumby vs. the Astrobots is a single-player game.
How long does Gumby vs. the Astrobots take to play?
As a platformer, Gumby vs. the Astrobots 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.
Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.