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Game Boy · Puzzle
Brain Drain
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1998 |
| Genre | Puzzle |
| Developer | Visual Impact |
| Publisher | Acclaim |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Released for the Game Boy in 1998, Brain Drain is a puzzle game developed by Visual Impact and published by Acclaim.
It landed about 9 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1998 include Pokémon Blue, Pokémon Red and Frogger.
Brain Drain is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you've played the Game Boy hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want story, exploration or action
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Brain Drain is like
Puzzle games challenge pattern recognition, planning and quick thinking, from falling-block games to single-screen logic puzzles.
Tip for newcomers: Puzzle games are perfect for short sessions and often have endless or score-attack modes, so they never really end.
Brain Drain cheats & codes
4 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Infinite Time | 0159A6FF |
|---|---|
| Level Select | 010090FF |
| Clear Level Automatically | 182-A5D-4CA |
| Clear Level Automatically Race Mode | 18B-F3D-4CA |
Brain Drain 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.
Brain Drain FAQ
When did Brain Drain come out on the Game Boy?
Brain Drain was released for the Game Boy in 1998.
Who made Brain Drain?
It was developed by Visual Impact and published by Acclaim.
Is Brain Drain multiplayer?
No. Brain Drain is a single-player game.
How long does Brain Drain take to play?
As a puzzle game, Brain Drain 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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