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The Polar Express
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| System | Game Boy Advance |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action-Adventure, Adventure |
| Developer | Tantalus Software |
| Publisher | THQ |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Developed by Tantalus Software and published by THQ, The Polar Express arrived on the Game Boy Advance as an action-adventure game. It blends action-adventure and adventure elements.
Tantalus Software also made Cars Mater-National Championship, ATV Quad Power Racing and Monster Truck Madness for the GBA.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you've played the GBA hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a game you can finish in one short session
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing The Polar Express is like
Action-adventures blend real-time combat with exploration, puzzles and item collection. You open up a larger world gradually as new tools let you reach places you couldn't before.
Tip for newcomers: Keep a mental (or paper) map of locked doors and unreachable ledges; most action-adventures expect you to come back once you find the right item.
The Polar Express walkthroughs & guides
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The Polar Express FAQ
Who made The Polar Express?
It was developed by Tantalus Software and published by THQ.
Is The Polar Express multiplayer?
No. The Polar Express is a single-player game.
How long does The Polar Express take to play?
As an action-adventure game, The Polar Express typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about The Polar Express on Wikipedia. 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.