Game Boy Color · Board, Card & Party
Shanghai Pocket
| System | Game Boy Color |
|---|---|
| Released | 1998 |
| Genre | Board, Card & Party |
| Developer | Sunsoft |
| Publisher | Activision |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Shanghai |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Developed by Sunsoft and published by Activision, Shanghai Pocket arrived on the Game Boy Color in 1998 as a board, card or party 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.
It is part of the Shanghai series. The series also appears on other systems with Shanghai (TurboGrafx-16) and Shanghai (Master System). Sunsoft also made Blaster Master: Enemy Below, Daffy Duck: Fowl Play and Looney Tunes for the GBC.
Shanghai Pocket 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 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 want action or story rather than tabletop-style play
What playing Shanghai Pocket is like
Board, card, quiz and party games bring tabletop classics and social games to the screen, from chess and mahjong to trivia and casino games.
Tip for newcomers: These games are usually best with company; check how many players are supported before game night.
Shanghai Pocket cheats & codes
1 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Infinite Time | 011069D2 |
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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.
Shanghai Pocket FAQ
When did Shanghai Pocket come out on the GBC?
Shanghai Pocket was released for the Game Boy Color in 1998.
Who made Shanghai Pocket?
It was developed by Sunsoft and published by Activision.
Is Shanghai Pocket multiplayer?
Yes. Shanghai Pocket supports up to 2 players.
How long does Shanghai Pocket take to play?
As a board, card or party game, Shanghai Pocket 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.
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