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From trying to unlock every CO to buying all the War Room and Vs. maps to trying to earn the best rank possible, there are enough features in this game to make three games. Advance Wars is pretty much perfect in every category.

Simply the best the GBA has offered so far. With an engaging plot, a deep gameplay system that allows for as much customisation as any handheld RPG, and a length that is ridiculously good value, there really is no excuse not to own this game.

The adventure is long, involving, challenging and presented to perfection with beautiful graphics and a stunning soundtrack.

It is this exploration of every nook and cranny of the world that provides a surprisingly lengthy gaming experience. You will want to discover every mini-game, talk to every person, and earn every prize you can throughout the land.

Comparable in many ways to Fire Emblem, The Third Age betters it in many ways, offering a more in-depth character management system, deeper tactical options and a greater variety in mission objectives.

The game may be short by the franchise's standards, but every minute of it is breathtaking.

The levels are well designed, and the placement of enemies and their movement paths add to the difficulty, and unless you live in a sunny location, Boktai will prove to be more challenging than other adventure games.

The mix between overly complex elements and overly simple ones brings this title down somewhat, however it does not completely hide a truly fantastic game.

This is one of the most entertaining GBA games I have had the pleasure to play this year. With improved visuals, gameplay and mode variety, there is very little to flaw this excellent action title with.

The game’s addictive pick up and play gameplay makes it a lot more accessible, despite the high difficultly level. The brilliant graphical presentation and use of excellent atmospheric music and sounds also help to make this title an absolute gem.