Force 21 GBC box art

Game Boy Color · Strategy

Force 21

SystemGame Boy Color
GenreStrategy
DeveloperThe Code Monkeys
PublisherRed Storm Entertainment, Inc.
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
ESRBE
LegacyDeep cut

Released for the Game Boy Color, Force 21 is a strategy game developed by The Code Monkeys and published by Red Storm Entertainment, Inc..

Force 21 is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you've played the GBC hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want quick action without planning ahead
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Force 21 is like

Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: command armies, manage resources and outthink opponents on turn-based or real-time battlefields.

Tip for newcomers: Read the manual or tutorial if one exists: retro strategy games often assume you know their rules. Save between missions.

Force 21 gameplay screenshot on GBC
In-game screenshot (GBC)

Force 21 cheats & codes

9 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:

Infinite Health First Slot917003C2
Infinite Health Second Slot917030C2
Infinite Health Third Slot91705DC2
Infinite Health Fourth Slot91708AC2

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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.

Force 21 FAQ

Who made Force 21?

It was developed by The Code Monkeys and published by Red Storm Entertainment, Inc..

Is Force 21 multiplayer?

No. Force 21 is a single-player game.

How long does Force 21 take to play?

As a strategy game, Force 21 typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. 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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