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BattleTanx
Deep cut
| System | Game Boy Color |
|---|---|
| Released | 2000 (originally 1998) |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Lucky Chicken Games, Inc. |
| Publisher | The 3DO Company |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
BattleTanx is an action game released in 2000 for the Game Boy Color, developed by Lucky Chicken Games, Inc. and published by The 3DO Company. This GBC release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1998.
It landed about 2 years into the GBC's life. Other notable GBC releases from 2000 include Wario Land 3, Super Mario Bros. Deluxe and Grand Theft Auto 2. Among the 84 GBC action games in our database, it ranks #25 by legacy score.
Lucky Chicken Games, Inc. also made Matchbox: Emergency Patrol and Hot Wheels: Stunt Track Driver for the GBC.
BattleTanx 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've played the GBC 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 BattleTanx 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.
BattleTanx cheats & codes
5 codes on file (GameShark, Xploder). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 010902CD |
|---|---|
| Infinite Health | 012F1FD0 |
BattleTanx walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for BattleTanx.
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Playing GBC games today
GBC games are compact and colorful, and many are available on Nintendo Switch Online. Cartridges also play on the Game Boy Advance.
BattleTanx FAQ
When did BattleTanx come out on the GBC?
BattleTanx was released for the Game Boy Color in 2000; the original game dates back to 1998.
Who made BattleTanx?
It was developed by Lucky Chicken Games, Inc. and published by The 3DO Company.
Is BattleTanx multiplayer?
No. BattleTanx is a single-player game.
How long does BattleTanx take to play?
As an action game, BattleTanx 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 BattleTanx 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.