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Stranded Kids
| System | Game Boy Color |
|---|---|
| Released | 1999 |
| Genre | RPG |
| Developer | Konami |
| Publisher | Konami |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Epic journey (20+ hours of adventure) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Released for the Game Boy Color in 1999, Stranded Kids is a role-playing game developed by Konami.
It came out in the GBC's second year on the market. Other notable GBC releases from 1999 include Pokémon Pinball, Conker's Pocket Tales and Bugs Bunny & Lola Bunny: Operation Carrot Patch.
Konami also made Metal Gear Solid, Frogger and Spawn for the GBC.
Stranded Kids is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for an epic journey (20+ hours of adventure)
- you've played the GBC hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want instant action rather than menus, story and grinding
- you are looking for something to play with friends
- you only have a few minutes at a time
What playing Stranded Kids is like
Role-playing games trade reflexes for strategy and story. You build a party, level up, manage equipment and travel across a large world, usually through menu-based battles.
Tip for newcomers: Retro RPGs can require some level grinding and rarely tell you exactly where to go next. Talk to every townsperson, save often and use a guide if you get stuck: there is no shame in it.
If you like Stranded Kids, the Matrix also picks…
Pokémon Yellow Classic
Dragon Warrior Monsters Classic
Pokémon Emerald Classic
Pokémon Platinum Classic
Bomberman Quest Classic
Mobile Golf Classic
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.
Stranded Kids FAQ
When did Stranded Kids come out on the GBC?
Stranded Kids was released for the Game Boy Color in 1999.
Who made Stranded Kids?
It was developed by Konami.
Is Stranded Kids multiplayer?
No. Stranded Kids is a single-player game.
How long does Stranded Kids take to play?
As a role-playing game, Stranded Kids typically falls into the "Epic journey" category: 20+ hours of adventure. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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