Shifting Gears: Road Trip GBA box art

Game Boy Advance · Racing

Shifting Gears: Road Trip

SystemGame Boy Advance
Released2004
GenreRacing
DeveloperElectronics Application Co., Ltd.
PublisherZoo Digital Publishing
Players1–4 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
ESRBE
LegacyDeep cut

Shifting Gears: Road Trip is a racing game released in 2004 for the Game Boy Advance, developed by Electronics Application Co., Ltd. and published by Zoo Digital Publishing.

It landed about 3 years into the GBA's life. Other notable GBA releases from 2004 include The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap, Mario vs. Donkey Kong and Sonic Advance 3.

Electronics Application Co., Ltd. also made Gadget Racers for the GBA.

Shifting Gears: Road Trip supports up to 4 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the GBA hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want a story or exploration rather than laps

What playing Shifting Gears: Road Trip is like

Racing games range from realistic driving to kart racers with weapons and shortcuts. Races are short, making them great for quick sessions and split-screen rivalries.

Tip for newcomers: Learn each track's racing line and braking points; in kart racers, item strategy matters as much as driving.

Shifting Gears: Road Trip 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.

Shifting Gears: Road Trip FAQ

When did Shifting Gears: Road Trip come out on the GBA?

Shifting Gears: Road Trip was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2004.

Who made Shifting Gears: Road Trip?

It was developed by Electronics Application Co., Ltd. and published by Zoo Digital Publishing.

Is Shifting Gears: Road Trip multiplayer?

Yes. Shifting Gears: Road Trip supports up to 4 players.

How long does Shifting Gears: Road Trip take to play?

As a racing game, Shifting Gears: Road Trip typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

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