Heidi: The Game GBA box art

Game Boy Advance · Platformer

Heidi: The Game

SystemGame Boy Advance
Released2005
GenrePlatformer
DeveloperIndependent Arts
PublisherEast Entertainment Media
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut

Heidi: The Game is a platformer released in 2005 for the Game Boy Advance, developed by Independent Arts and published by East Entertainment Media.

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!.

Independent Arts also made Horsez, Paws & Claws: Pet Vet and Let's Ride! Sunshine Stables for the GBA.

Heidi: The Game 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 Heidi: The Game 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.

Heidi: The Game gameplay screenshot on GBA
In-game screenshot (GBA)

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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.

Heidi: The Game FAQ

When did Heidi: The Game come out on the GBA?

Heidi: The Game was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2005.

Who made Heidi: The Game?

It was developed by Independent Arts and published by East Entertainment Media.

Is Heidi: The Game multiplayer?

No. Heidi: The Game is a single-player game.

How long does Heidi: The Game take to play?

As a platformer, Heidi: The Game 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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