Pocket Music GBC box art

Game Boy Color · Music & Rhythm

Pocket Music

Deep cut

SystemGame Boy Color
Released2002
GenreMusic & Rhythm
DeveloperJester Interactive
PublisherRage Software
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Developed by Jester Interactive and published by Rage Software, Pocket Music arrived on the Game Boy Color in 2002 as a rhythm game.

It landed about 4 years into the GBC's life. Other notable GBC releases from 2002 include Dragon Ball Z: Legendary Super Warriors, Yu-Gi-Oh! Dark Duel Stories and Hamtaro: Ham-Hams Unite!.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you've played the GBC hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you play on a TV with noticeable input lag

What playing Pocket Music is like

Music and rhythm games challenge your timing by asking you to hit inputs in sync with the beat.

Tip for newcomers: Modern TVs can add input lag that throws off timing; use your TV's game mode if rhythm feels off.

Pocket Music gameplay screenshot on GBC
In-game screenshot (GBC)

Pocket Music 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.

Pocket Music FAQ

When did Pocket Music come out on the GBC?

Pocket Music was released for the Game Boy Color in 2002.

Who made Pocket Music?

It was developed by Jester Interactive and published by Rage Software.

How long does Pocket Music take to play?

As a rhythm game, Pocket Music 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 Music 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.

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