Game Boy Color · Sports
Pocket Bowling
Deep cut
| System | Game Boy Color |
|---|---|
| Released | 1998 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Athena |
| Publisher | Jaleco |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Developed by Athena and published by Jaleco, Pocket Bowling arrived on the Game Boy Color in 1998 as a sports game.
It belongs to the GBC's earliest wave of games. Other notable GBC releases from 1998 include Wario Land II, Pokémon Trading Card Game and Bomberman Quest. Among the 100 GBC sports games in our database, it ranks #22 by legacy score.
Pocket Bowling supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the GBC hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
What playing Pocket Bowling 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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
Pocket Bowling cheats & codes
12 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Have Strike 1st Frame | 010A03DA |
|---|---|
| Have Strike 2nd Frame | 010A05DA |
| Have Strike 3rd Frame | 010A07DA |
| Have Strike 4th Frame | 010A09DA |
| Have Strike 5th Frame | 010A0BDA |
| Have Strike 6th Frame | 010A0DDA |
Pocket Bowling walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Pocket Bowling.
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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.
Pocket Bowling FAQ
When did Pocket Bowling come out on the GBC?
Pocket Bowling was released for the Game Boy Color in 1998.
Who made Pocket Bowling?
It was developed by Athena and published by Jaleco.
Is Pocket Bowling multiplayer?
Yes. Pocket Bowling supports up to 2 players.
How long does Pocket Bowling take to play?
As a sports game, Pocket Bowling 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.
Read more about Pocket Bowling 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.