Tokyo Xtreme Racer Advance GBA box art

Game Boy Advance · Racing / Action

Tokyo Xtreme Racer Advance

SystemGame Boy Advance
Released2005
GenreRacing, Action
DeveloperDavid A. Palmer Productions
PublisherLiquid Games
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesTokyo Xtreme Racer
ESRBE
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Developed by David A. Palmer Productions and published by Liquid Games, Tokyo Xtreme Racer Advance arrived on the Game Boy Advance in 2005 as a racing game. It blends racing and action elements.

It landed about 4 years into the GBA's life. Other notable GBA releases from 2005 include Pokémon Emerald, Mario Party Advance and WarioWare: Twisted!.

It is part of the Tokyo Xtreme Racer series. The series also appears on other systems with Tokyo Xtreme Racer (Dreamcast) and Tokyo Xtreme Racer 2 (Dreamcast). David A. Palmer Productions also made Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones, Men in Black: The Series and Sky Dancers: They Magically Fly! for the GBA.

This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.

Pick it if…

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

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want a story or exploration rather than laps
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Tokyo Xtreme Racer Advance 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.

Tokyo Xtreme Racer Advance gameplay screenshot on GBA
In-game screenshot (GBA)

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Playing GBA games today

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Tokyo Xtreme Racer Advance FAQ

When did Tokyo Xtreme Racer Advance come out on the GBA?

Tokyo Xtreme Racer Advance was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2005.

Who made Tokyo Xtreme Racer Advance?

It was developed by David A. Palmer Productions and published by Liquid Games.

Is Tokyo Xtreme Racer Advance multiplayer?

No. Tokyo Xtreme Racer Advance is a single-player game.

How long does Tokyo Xtreme Racer Advance take to play?

As a racing game, Tokyo Xtreme Racer Advance 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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