Game Boy Advance · Sports / Racing
Tony Hawk's Downhill Jam
Deep cut
| System | Game Boy Advance |
|---|---|
| Released | 2006 |
| Genre | Sports, Racing |
| Developer | Activision |
| Publisher | Activision |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Tony Hawk |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Developed by Activision, Tony Hawk's Downhill Jam arrived on the Game Boy Advance in 2006 as a sports game. It blends sports and racing elements.
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 139 GBA sports games in our database, it ranks #21 by legacy score.
It is part of the Tony Hawk series; on the GBA you can also try Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 4 and Tony Hawk's Underground 2. The series also appears on other systems with Tony Hawk's Pro Skater (GBC) and Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 (GBC). Activision also made Doom, Ultimate Spider-Man and Alienators: Evolution Continues for the GBA.
Tony Hawk's Downhill Jam supports up to 2 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 need current teams and rosters
What playing Tony Hawk's Downhill Jam is like
Sports games bring football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, wrestling and more to the console, from simulation-style management to over-the-top arcade action.
Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
Tony Hawk's Downhill Jam walkthroughs & guides
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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.
Tony Hawk's Downhill Jam FAQ
When did Tony Hawk's Downhill Jam come out on the GBA?
Tony Hawk's Downhill Jam was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2006.
Who made Tony Hawk's Downhill Jam?
It was developed by Activision.
Is Tony Hawk's Downhill Jam multiplayer?
Yes. Tony Hawk's Downhill Jam supports up to 2 players.
How long does Tony Hawk's Downhill Jam take to play?
As a sports game, Tony Hawk's Downhill Jam 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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