Robot Wars: Metal Mayhem GBC box art

Game Boy Color · Action / Strategy

Robot Wars: Metal Mayhem

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SystemGame Boy Color
Released2000
GenreAction, Strategy
DeveloperTiertex Design Studios
PublisherBBC Multimedia
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
SeriesRobot Wars
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Developed by Tiertex Design Studios and published by BBC Multimedia, Robot Wars: Metal Mayhem arrived on the Game Boy Color in 2000 as an action game. It blends action 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 Robot Wars series. The series also appears on other systems with Robot Wars: Advanced Destruction (GBA). Tiertex Design Studios also made FIFA 2000 and Noddy and the Birthday Party for the GBC.

This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.

Pick it if…

  • you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
  • 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 prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Robot Wars: Metal Mayhem is like

Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.

Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.

Robot Wars: Metal Mayhem gameplay screenshot on GBC
In-game screenshot (GBC)

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Robot Wars: Metal Mayhem FAQ

When did Robot Wars: Metal Mayhem come out on the GBC?

Robot Wars: Metal Mayhem was released for the Game Boy Color in 2000.

Who made Robot Wars: Metal Mayhem?

It was developed by Tiertex Design Studios and published by BBC Multimedia.

Is Robot Wars: Metal Mayhem multiplayer?

No. Robot Wars: Metal Mayhem is a single-player game.

How long does Robot Wars: Metal Mayhem take to play?

As an action game, Robot Wars: Metal Mayhem 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.

Read more about Robot Wars: Metal Mayhem 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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