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Game Boy Color · Action
Marble Madness
| System | Game Boy Color |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Atari |
| Publisher | Midway |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Marble Madness |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Developed by Atari and published by Midway, Marble Madness arrived on the Game Boy Color as an action game.
It is part of the Marble Madness series. Atari also made Missile Command, 720° and San Francisco Rush 2049 for the GBC.
Marble Madness 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 Marble Madness 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.
Marble Madness cheats & codes
4 codes on file (GameShark, Xploder). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Infinite Time | 010688CB |
|---|---|
| Infinite Time | 18F-57A-6EA |
| Unused Demo Message 1 | 0109ADCA |
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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.
Marble Madness FAQ
Who made Marble Madness?
It was developed by Atari and published by Midway.
Is Marble Madness multiplayer?
No. Marble Madness is a single-player game.
How long does Marble Madness take to play?
As an action game, Marble Madness 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.
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