Action Man: Search for Base X GBC box art

Game Boy Color · Action / Platformer

Action Man: Search for Base X

SystemGame Boy Color
Released2001
GenreAction, Platformer
DeveloperNatsume
PublisherTHQ
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
SeriesAction Man
ESRBE
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 3

Released for the Game Boy Color in 2001, Action Man: Search for Base X is an action game developed by Natsume and published by THQ. It blends action and platformer elements.

It landed about 3 years into the GBC's life. Other notable GBC releases from 2001 include Pokémon Crystal, Resident Evil Gaiden and Mega Man Xtreme. Among the 84 GBC action games in our database, it ranks #17 by legacy score.

It is part of the Action Man series. The series also appears on other systems with Action Man: Robot Atak (GBA). Natsume also made Tony Hawk's Pro Skater, Croc 2 and Return of the Ninja for the GBC.

Action Man: Search for Base X 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 Action Man: Search for Base X 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.

Action Man: Search for Base X gameplay screenshot on GBC
In-game screenshot (GBC)

Action Man: Search for Base X cheats & codes

13 codes on file (Game Genie, GameShark, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:

Infinite Health1CF-27A
Infinite Lives1CF-65A

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Action Man: Search for Base X walkthroughs & guides

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Playing GBC games today

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Action Man: Search for Base X FAQ

When did Action Man: Search for Base X come out on the GBC?

Action Man: Search for Base X was released for the Game Boy Color in 2001.

Who made Action Man: Search for Base X?

It was developed by Natsume and published by THQ.

Is Action Man: Search for Base X multiplayer?

No. Action Man: Search for Base X is a single-player game.

How long does Action Man: Search for Base X take to play?

As an action game, Action Man: Search for Base X 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.

Read more about Action Man: Search for Base X on Wikipedia. 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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