System Name: Game Boy Advance (GBA)
Manufacturer: Nintendo
Released in 2001 (Japan), followed by North America and Europe later that year.
The Game Boy Advance was a major leap forward for handheld gaming, featuring a 32-bit processor and a larger, more colorful screen compared to its predecessors. It brought console-quality gaming to the palm of your hand with beloved titles like The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past & Four Swords, Metroid Fusion, and Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire. With a library of hundreds of games, the GBA solidified Nintendo’s dominance in the handheld market before the Nintendo DS was released.
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The Game Boy Advance was one of Nintendo’s most successful handheld consoles, contributing significantly to their income. It accounted for about 20% of Nintendo’s total income during its time on the market, although the handheld division was overshadowed by the success of the Nintendo DS in the following years.
The price of a used GameBoy Advance today can vary based on condition, whether it’s a complete in-box (CIB) unit, and the inclusion of games or accessories. On average:
Loose (just the console): Around $40 – $80, depending on condition.
Complete in Box (CIB): Around $150 – $300, but can go higher for pristine, boxed units.