Legend of the River King GBC GBC box art

Game Boy Color · Sports

Legend of the River King GBC

SystemGame Boy Color
Released1999
GenreSports
DeveloperVictor Interactive
PublisherNatsume
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
ESRBE
LegacyDeep cut

Legend of the River King GBC is a sports game released in 1999 for the Game Boy Color, developed by Victor Interactive and published by Natsume.

It came out in the GBC's second year on the market. Other notable GBC releases from 1999 include Pokémon Pinball, Conker's Pocket Tales and Bugs Bunny & Lola Bunny: Operation Carrot Patch.

Victor Interactive also made Harvest Moon 3 GBC, Harvest Moon GB and Harvest Moon GBC for the GBC.

Legend of the River King GBC is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you've played the GBC hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Legend of the River King GBC is like

Sports games bring football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, wrestling and more to the console, from simulation-style management to over-the-top arcade action.

Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Legend of the River King GBC gameplay screenshot on GBC
In-game screenshot (GBC)

Legend of the River King GBC cheats & codes

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

Infinite Health01FF25D2
Infinite Gold01FF29D2
All Fish01FF26D2
Infinite Health01FFCFC9
Infinite Money0125D4C9
Infinite Worm0109EBC9

See all Legend of the River King GBC cheats

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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.

Legend of the River King GBC FAQ

When did Legend of the River King GBC come out on the GBC?

Legend of the River King GBC was released for the Game Boy Color in 1999.

Who made Legend of the River King GBC?

It was developed by Victor Interactive and published by Natsume.

Is Legend of the River King GBC multiplayer?

No. Legend of the River King GBC is a single-player game.

How long does Legend of the River King GBC take to play?

As a sports game, Legend of the River King GBC typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

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