Game Boy Color · Action / Platformer
Batman: Chaos in Gotham
Certified classic
| System | Game Boy Color |
|---|---|
| Released | 2001 |
| Genre | Action, Platformer |
| Developer | Digital Eclipse |
| Publisher | Ubisoft |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Batman |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 6 |
Developed by Digital Eclipse and published by Ubisoft, Batman: Chaos in Gotham arrived on the Game Boy Color in 2001 as an action game. 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 #11 by legacy score.
It is part of the Batman series; on the GBC you can also try Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker. The series also appears on other systems with Batman: The Video Game (NES) and Batman Forever (SNES). Digital Eclipse also made X-Men: Wolverine's Rage, Alice in Wonderland and Mortal Kombat 4 for the GBC.
Batman: Chaos in Gotham 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)
- you want to experience one of the GBC's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Batman: Chaos in Gotham 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.
Batman: Chaos in Gotham cheats & codes
5 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Infinite Health | 0105E3C3 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | 0105E4C3 |
| Max Weapons | 0106C5C3 |
| Float In Air | 910EF0C0 |
| Infinite Energy | 0105E3C3 |
Batman: Chaos in Gotham walkthroughs & guides
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Playing GBC games today
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Batman: Chaos in Gotham FAQ
When did Batman: Chaos in Gotham come out on the GBC?
Batman: Chaos in Gotham was released for the Game Boy Color in 2001.
Who made Batman: Chaos in Gotham?
It was developed by Digital Eclipse and published by Ubisoft.
Is Batman: Chaos in Gotham multiplayer?
No. Batman: Chaos in Gotham is a single-player game.
How long does Batman: Chaos in Gotham take to play?
As an action game, Batman: Chaos in Gotham 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 Batman: Chaos in Gotham 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.