Game Boy Advance · Action / Beat 'em Up
Ultimate Spider-Man
| System | Game Boy Advance |
|---|---|
| Released | 2005 |
| Genre | Action, Beat 'em Up, Action-Adventure |
| Developer | Activision |
| Publisher | Activision |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Spider-Man |
| ESRB | E10+ |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 5 |
Released for the Game Boy Advance in 2005, Ultimate Spider-Man is an action game developed by Activision. It blends action, beat 'em up and action-adventure 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 Spider-Man series; on the GBA you can also try Spider-Man: Mysterio's Menace, Spider-Man: Battle for New York and Spider-Man 3. The series also appears on other systems with Spider-Man (N64) and Spider-Man: Return of the Sinister Six (NES). Activision also made Doom, Tony Hawk's Downhill Jam and Alienators: Evolution Continues for the GBA.
Ultimate Spider-Man is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Ultimate Spider-Man is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Ultimate Spider-Man 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.
Ultimate Spider-Man FAQ
When did Ultimate Spider-Man come out on the GBA?
Ultimate Spider-Man was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2005.
Who made Ultimate Spider-Man?
It was developed by Activision.
Is Ultimate Spider-Man multiplayer?
No. Ultimate Spider-Man is a single-player game.
How long does Ultimate Spider-Man take to play?
As an action game, Ultimate Spider-Man typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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