The 5 Most Iconic Game Boy Advance Games Ranked

From classic RPGs to addictive sports games, the Game Boy Advance had a wide variety of titles that earned it legendary status in gaming circles. Here’s our list of the top five most iconic Game Boy Advance games that you must have in your collection.

Super Mario Advance 4: Super Mario Bros. 3

This masterpiece of a game brought the classic Super Mario Bros. 3 to the modern age. Featuring updated graphics, an expanded soundtrack and some extra content not featured in the original NES release, this timeless adventure is one of the most beloved games for the GBA. It’s a must-have for anyone looking to pick up their Game Boy Advance collection.

Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire

Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire brought the original 151 monster adventures to an entirely new level. Players could explore exclusive dungeons, and battle trainers, trade monsters with their friends over link cables, and try to complete the massive 400+ creature Pokédex. Even two decades later, these classic Game Boy Advance games are still just as beloved as ever.

The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap

The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap was the first title to make use of the GBA’s connectivity. Link’s magical ability to shrink down to a speck enabled gamers to wander outside of Hyrule, where they could explore temples, solve intricate puzzles, and open up new paths throughout the game world. On top of that, it introduced us all to the adorable character Ezlo – a living Minish cap who served as an iconic character throughout the game’s magnificent storyline.

Grand Theft Auto Advance

Grand Theft Auto Advance was the first GTA title to make its way over onto the GBA. It was set in Liberty City – the same map used in GTA 3, released a year prior – and featured missions that mirrored those found in Vice City. It also included various side-missions and bonus rewards for completing tasks more quickly or memorizing code words spoken by characters on the radio. While it wasn't as successful as its other GBA brethren, Grand Theft Auto Advance did give players a small taste of what Liberty City had to offer before GTA 4 arrived on PS3 and Xbox 360.

Mario Kart: Super Circuit

Mario Kart: Super Circuit was a gem of the GBA, and it just so happens to be the first Mario Kart game to be released on a handheld system. As its name implies, this Mario Kart installment featured classic tracks from Super Mario Kart with some minor tweaks. Additionally, there were 20 new levels included as well as two additional minigames. The inclusion of these features – plus the fact that you could use items while racing in GP Mode – made this particular game one of the most beloved titles on the Game Boy Advance console.