Game Boy · Action
Bomberman GB 3
Deep cut
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1996 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Hudson |
| Publisher | Hudson |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Bomberman |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Developed by Hudson, Bomberman GB 3 arrived on the Game Boy in 1996 as an action game.
It landed about 7 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1996 include Donkey Kong Land 2, Mole Mania and Tetris Blast.
It is part of the Bomberman series; on the Game Boy you can also try Atomic Punk, Pocket Bomberman and Bomberman GB. The series also appears on other systems with Bomberman II (NES) and Bomberman 64 (N64). Hudson also made Milon's Secret Castle, Felix the Cat and Hudson's Adventure Island for the Game Boy.
Bomberman GB 3 is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
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 Game Boy 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 Bomberman GB 3 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.
Bomberman GB 3 cheats & codes
19 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Invincibility | 02C-AEB-E6E |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | 005-17E-19E |
| Freeze Timer | 009-E0D-19E |
| Max. Bombs | 185-158-6EA |
| Max. Range | 185-238-6EA |
| Increase Max. Blast | 0A5-2A8-F7E |
Bomberman GB 3 walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Game Boy games today
Game Boy games were designed for short bursts on the go, which makes them ideal for a coffee break today. Many are available through Nintendo Switch Online, and original carts play on any later Game Boy model.
Bomberman GB 3 FAQ
When did Bomberman GB 3 come out on the Game Boy?
Bomberman GB 3 was released for the Game Boy in 1996.
Who made Bomberman GB 3?
It was developed by Hudson.
Is Bomberman GB 3 multiplayer?
No. Bomberman GB 3 is a single-player game.
How long does Bomberman GB 3 take to play?
As an action game, Bomberman GB 3 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.
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