Pinky and the Brain: The Master Plan GBA box art

Game Boy Advance · Platformer

Pinky and the Brain: The Master Plan

SystemGame Boy Advance
Released2002
GenrePlatformer
DeveloperWarthog
PublisherSwing! Entertainment
Players1–4 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Developed by Warthog and published by Swing! Entertainment, Pinky and the Brain: The Master Plan arrived on the Game Boy Advance in 2002 as a platformer.

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.

Warthog also made Animaniacs: Lights, Camera, Action!, Tiny Toon Adventures: Wacky Stackers and Robot Wars: Extreme Destruction for the GBA.

Pinky and the Brain: The Master Plan supports up to 4 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

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 have a friend to play against
  • you've played the GBA hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives

What playing Pinky and the Brain: The Master Plan 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.

Pinky and the Brain: The Master Plan gameplay screenshot on GBA
In-game screenshot (GBA)

Pinky and the Brain: The Master Plan walkthroughs & guides

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Pinky and the Brain: The Master Plan FAQ

When did Pinky and the Brain: The Master Plan come out on the GBA?

Pinky and the Brain: The Master Plan was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2002.

Who made Pinky and the Brain: The Master Plan?

It was developed by Warthog and published by Swing! Entertainment.

Is Pinky and the Brain: The Master Plan multiplayer?

Yes. Pinky and the Brain: The Master Plan supports up to 4 players.

How long does Pinky and the Brain: The Master Plan take to play?

As a platformer, Pinky and the Brain: The Master Plan 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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