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Game Boy Color · RPG
Crystalis
| System | Game Boy Color |
|---|---|
| Released | 2000 |
| Genre | RPG |
| Developer | Nintendo |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Epic journey (20+ hours of adventure) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Crystalis is a role-playing game released in 2000 for the Game Boy Color, developed by Nintendo.
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.
Nintendo also made Wario Land II, Wario Land 3 and Super Mario Bros. Deluxe for the GBC.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for an epic journey (20+ hours of adventure)
- you've played the GBC hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want instant action rather than menus, story and grinding
- you are looking for something to play with friends
- you only have a few minutes at a time
What playing Crystalis is like
Role-playing games trade reflexes for strategy and story. You build a party, level up, manage equipment and travel across a large world, usually through menu-based battles.
Tip for newcomers: Retro RPGs can require some level grinding and rarely tell you exactly where to go next. Talk to every townsperson, save often and use a guide if you get stuck: there is no shame in it.
Crystalis cheats & codes
47 codes on file (Game Genie, GameShark). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite HP | FA9-F0B-4C1 |
|---|---|
| Take No Damage From Poison | 009-78B-A28 |
| Take No Damage From Poison Field | 00A-FDB-19E |
| Take No Damage From Oak Forest Gas | 003-1C9-19E |
| Refresh Uses No MP | FA2-BB9-4C1 |
| Telepathy Uses No MP | FA9-68C-4C1 |
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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.
Crystalis FAQ
When did Crystalis come out on the GBC?
Crystalis was released for the Game Boy Color in 2000.
Who made Crystalis?
It was developed by Nintendo.
Is Crystalis multiplayer?
No. Crystalis is a single-player game.
How long does Crystalis take to play?
As a role-playing game, Crystalis typically falls into the "Epic journey" category: 20+ hours of adventure. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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