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Resident Evil Gaiden
Certified classic
| System | Game Boy Color |
|---|---|
| Released | 2001 |
| Genre | Action-Adventure, Action |
| Developer | M4 Ltd. |
| Publisher | Capcom |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Resident Evil |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 17 |
Resident Evil Gaiden is an action-adventure game released in 2001 for the Game Boy Color, developed by M4 Ltd. and published by Capcom. It blends action-adventure and action elements.
It landed about 3 years into the GBC's life. Other notable GBC releases from 2001 include Pokémon Crystal, Mega Man Xtreme and Kirby Tilt 'n' Tumble. Among the 24 GBC action-adventure games in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.
It is part of the Resident Evil series. The series also appears on other systems with Resident Evil (PS1) and Resident Evil 2 (N64). M4 Ltd. also made Antz World Sportz, Mary-Kate and Ashley: Winners Circle and Jeremy McGrath Supercross 2000 for the GBC.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you want to experience one of the GBC's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a game you can finish in one short session
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Resident Evil Gaiden is like
Action-adventures blend real-time combat with exploration, puzzles and item collection. You open up a larger world gradually as new tools let you reach places you couldn't before.
Tip for newcomers: Keep a mental (or paper) map of locked doors and unreachable ledges; most action-adventures expect you to come back once you find the right item.
Resident Evil Gaiden cheats & codes
16 codes on file (Game Genie, GameShark, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Note | N/A |
|---|---|
| Infinite Ammo | 004-26B-E65 |
| Infinite Herbs | 004-E88-3BE |
| All Herbs Cure Poison | 004-908-C49 |
Resident Evil Gaiden 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.
Resident Evil Gaiden FAQ
When did Resident Evil Gaiden come out on the GBC?
Resident Evil Gaiden was released for the Game Boy Color in 2001.
Who made Resident Evil Gaiden?
It was developed by M4 Ltd. and published by Capcom.
Is Resident Evil Gaiden multiplayer?
No. Resident Evil Gaiden is a single-player game.
How long does Resident Evil Gaiden take to play?
As an action-adventure game, Resident Evil Gaiden 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 Resident Evil Gaiden 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.