Whac-A-Mole GBA box art

Game Boy Advance · Action / Shooter

Whac-A-Mole

SystemGame Boy Advance
Released2005
GenreAction, Shooter
DeveloperDC Studios
PublisherActivision
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Released for the Game Boy Advance in 2005, Whac-A-Mole is an action game developed by DC Studios and published by Activision. It blends action and shooter 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!.

DC Studios also made Fear Factor: Unleashed, Salt Lake 2002 and Bratz for the GBA.

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

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)
  • you've played the GBA hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Whac-A-Mole 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.

Whac-A-Mole gameplay screenshot on GBA
In-game screenshot (GBA)

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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.

Whac-A-Mole FAQ

When did Whac-A-Mole come out on the GBA?

Whac-A-Mole was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2005.

Who made Whac-A-Mole?

It was developed by DC Studios and published by Activision.

Is Whac-A-Mole multiplayer?

No. Whac-A-Mole is a single-player game.

How long does Whac-A-Mole take to play?

As an action game, Whac-A-Mole 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.

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.

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