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Game Boy · Puzzle
Super Breakout
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1998 |
| Genre | Puzzle |
| Developer | Atari |
| Publisher | Majesco |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Breakout |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Developed by Atari and published by Majesco, Super Breakout arrived on the Game Boy in 1998 as a puzzle game.
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.
It is part of the Breakout series. The series also appears on other systems with Breakout (2600) and Super Breakout! (GBC). Atari also made Marble Madness, Paperboy and Gauntlet II for the Game Boy.
Super Breakout 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 Game Boy hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want story, exploration or action
What playing Super Breakout 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.
Super Breakout cheats & codes
3 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
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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.
Super Breakout FAQ
When did Super Breakout come out on the Game Boy?
Super Breakout was released for the Game Boy in 1998.
Who made Super Breakout?
It was developed by Atari and published by Majesco.
Is Super Breakout multiplayer?
Yes. Super Breakout supports up to 2 players.
How long does Super Breakout take to play?
As a puzzle game, Super Breakout 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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