Game Boy Color · Platformer / Strategy
Maya the Bee & Her Friends
Deep cut
| System | Game Boy Color |
|---|---|
| Released | 2000 |
| Genre | Platformer, Strategy |
| Developer | Crawfish Interactive Ltd. |
| Publisher | Acclaim |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Maya the Bee |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Maya the Bee & Her Friends is a platformer released in 2000 for the Game Boy Color, developed by Crawfish Interactive Ltd. and published by Acclaim. It blends platformer and strategy elements.
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 Maya the Bee series; on the GBC you can also try Maya the Bee: Garden Adventures. The series also appears on other systems with The Bee Game (GBA) and The Bee Game (DS). Crawfish Interactive Ltd. also made X-Men: Mutant Academy, Cruis'n Exotica and WWF Attitude for the GBC.
Maya the Bee & Her Friends is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- 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 get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Maya the Bee & Her Friends is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Maya the Bee & Her Friends walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Maya the Bee & Her Friends.
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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.
Maya the Bee & Her Friends FAQ
When did Maya the Bee & Her Friends come out on the GBC?
Maya the Bee & Her Friends was released for the Game Boy Color in 2000.
Who made Maya the Bee & Her Friends?
It was developed by Crawfish Interactive Ltd. and published by Acclaim.
Is Maya the Bee & Her Friends multiplayer?
No. Maya the Bee & Her Friends is a single-player game.
How long does Maya the Bee & Her Friends take to play?
As a platformer, Maya the Bee & Her Friends 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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