Game Boy Color · Strategy / RPG
Monster Rancher Battle Card Game
Deep cut
| System | Game Boy Color |
|---|---|
| Released | 1999 |
| Genre | Strategy, RPG |
| Developer | Tecmo |
| Publisher | Tecmo |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Monster Rancher |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Monster Rancher Battle Card Game is a strategy game released in 1999 for the Game Boy Color, developed by Tecmo. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Monster Rancher Battle Card GB. It blends strategy and RPG elements.
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. Among the 26 GBC strategy games in our database, it ranks #9 by legacy score.
It is part of the Monster Rancher series. The series also appears on other systems with Monster Rancher 2 (PS1) and Monster Rancher (PS1).
Monster Rancher Battle Card Game supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the GBC hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want quick action without planning ahead
What playing Monster Rancher Battle Card Game 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.
Monster Rancher Battle Card Game cheats & codes
56 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Infinite Gut Points | 010F15C2 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Health [1st Position] | 010FF6C1 |
| Infinite Health [2nd Position] | 010FF7C1 |
| Infinite Health [3rd Position] | 010FF8C1 |
| Infinite Downer | 01636FD0 |
| Infinite Downer S | 016370D0 |
Monster Rancher Battle Card Game walkthroughs & guides
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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.
Monster Rancher Battle Card Game FAQ
When did Monster Rancher Battle Card Game come out on the GBC?
Monster Rancher Battle Card Game was released for the Game Boy Color in 1999.
Who made Monster Rancher Battle Card Game?
It was developed by Tecmo.
Is Monster Rancher Battle Card Game multiplayer?
Yes. Monster Rancher Battle Card Game supports up to 2 players.
How long does Monster Rancher Battle Card Game take to play?
As a strategy game, Monster Rancher Battle Card Game typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Monster Rancher Battle Card Game on Wikipedia. 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.