Maya the Bee & Her Friends Deep cut
Game Boy Advance · Platformer
Maya the Bee: The Great Adventure
| System | Game Boy Advance |
|---|---|
| Released | 2002 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Shin'en Multimedia |
| Publisher | Acclaim |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Maya the Bee |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Released for the Game Boy Advance in 2002, Maya the Bee: The Great Adventure is a platformer developed by Shin'en Multimedia and published by Acclaim.
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.
It is part of the Maya the Bee series; on the GBA you can also try The Bee Game. The series also appears on other systems with Maya the Bee & Her Friends (GBC) and The Bee Game (DS). Shin'en Multimedia also made Iridion 3D, Iridion II and Maya the Bee: Sweet Gold for the GBA.
Maya the Bee: The Great Adventure 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 Maya the Bee: The Great Adventure 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.
Maya the Bee: The Great Adventure walkthroughs & guides
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Maya the Bee: The Great Adventure FAQ
When did Maya the Bee: The Great Adventure come out on the GBA?
Maya the Bee: The Great Adventure was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2002.
Who made Maya the Bee: The Great Adventure?
It was developed by Shin'en Multimedia and published by Acclaim.
Is Maya the Bee: The Great Adventure multiplayer?
No. Maya the Bee: The Great Adventure is a single-player game.
How long does Maya the Bee: The Great Adventure take to play?
As a platformer, Maya the Bee: The Great Adventure 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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