Game Boy Advance · Adventure
The Wild
| System | Game Boy Advance |
|---|---|
| Released | 2006 |
| Genre | Adventure |
| Developer | Climax Studios |
| Publisher | Buena Vista Interactive |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
The Wild is an adventure game released in 2006 for the Game Boy Advance, developed by Climax Studios and published by Buena Vista Interactive.
It landed about 5 years into the GBA's life. Other notable GBA releases from 2006 include Mother 3, Rhythm Tengoku and Drill Dozer. Among the 54 GBA adventure games in our database, it ranks #25 by legacy score.
Climax Studios also made Serious Sam Advance, Ed, Edd n Eddy: Jawbreakers! and Disney's Herbie: Fully Loaded for the GBA.
The Wild is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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 fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing The Wild is like
Adventure games focus on exploration, story and puzzle-solving rather than combat. Progress comes from examining your surroundings, collecting items and figuring out how they fit together.
Tip for newcomers: Classic adventure games can be cryptic by modern standards. Take notes, try everything on everything, and save before risky choices.
The Wild walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for The Wild.
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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.
The Wild FAQ
When did The Wild come out on the GBA?
The Wild was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2006.
Who made The Wild?
It was developed by Climax Studios and published by Buena Vista Interactive.
Is The Wild multiplayer?
No. The Wild is a single-player game.
How long does The Wild take to play?
As an adventure game, The Wild typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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