Game Boy Color · Action
Marvin Strikes Back!
| System | Game Boy Color |
|---|---|
| Released | 2000 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Infogrames |
| Publisher | Inforgrames |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Looney Tunes |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Marvin Strikes Back! is an action game released in 2000 for the Game Boy Color, developed by Infogrames and published by Inforgrames.
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.
It is part of the Looney Tunes series; on the GBC you can also try Looney Tunes Collector: Alert!, Bugs Bunny & Lola Bunny: Operation Carrot Patch and Sylvester and Tweety: Breakfast on the Run. The series also appears on other systems with Road Runner's Death Valley Rally (SNES) and Looney Tunes B-Ball (SNES). Infogrames also made Worms Armageddon, Lucky Luke: Desperado Train and Lucky Luke for the GBC.
Marvin Strikes Back! 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 Marvin Strikes Back! 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.
Marvin Strikes Back! cheats & codes
28 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Infinite Hearts | 010659C8 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Martian Ammo | 016360CA |
| Max Gold | 01E77DC8
01037EC8 |
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Mega Man Xtreme Classic
Taz Express Deep cut
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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.
Marvin Strikes Back! FAQ
When did Marvin Strikes Back! come out on the GBC?
Marvin Strikes Back! was released for the Game Boy Color in 2000.
Who made Marvin Strikes Back!?
It was developed by Infogrames and published by Inforgrames.
Is Marvin Strikes Back! multiplayer?
No. Marvin Strikes Back! is a single-player game.
How long does Marvin Strikes Back! take to play?
As an action game, Marvin Strikes Back! 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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