Power Mission Game Boy box art

Game Boy · Strategy

Power Mission

SystemGame Boy
Released1991
GenreStrategy
DeveloperGraphic Research Co., Ltd.
PublisherNTV International Corporation
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyDeep cut

Power Mission is a strategy game released in 1991 for the Game Boy, developed by Graphic Research Co., Ltd. and published by NTV International Corporation.

It landed about 2 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1991 include Metroid II: Return of Samus, Final Fantasy Adventure and Yoshi.

Graphic Research Co., Ltd. also made Boomer's Adventure in ASMIK World, Solomon's Club and Teke Teke! Asmik-kun World for the Game Boy.

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

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you've played the Game Boy hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want quick action without planning ahead
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Power Mission is like

Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: command armies, manage resources and outthink opponents on turn-based or real-time battlefields.

Tip for newcomers: Read the manual or tutorial if one exists: retro strategy games often assume you know their rules. Save between missions.

Power Mission gameplay screenshot on Game Boy
In-game screenshot (Game Boy)

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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.

Power Mission FAQ

When did Power Mission come out on the Game Boy?

Power Mission was released for the Game Boy in 1991.

Who made Power Mission?

It was developed by Graphic Research Co., Ltd. and published by NTV International Corporation.

Is Power Mission multiplayer?

No. Power Mission is a single-player game.

How long does Power Mission take to play?

As a strategy game, Power Mission typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

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