Rayman Advance

 Game Boy Advance
  • Publisher: Ubisoft
  • Release Date: Jun 10, 2001
Metascore
84

Generally favorable reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 17
  3. Negative: 0 out of 17
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  1. Media and Games Online Network
    95
    An insanely good time!
  2. TotalGames.net
    94
    The graphical detail throughout makes this a new watershed in handheld game design.
  3. GameSpy
    93
    The best platformer currently available for the GBA; Ubisoft beat Mario at his own game... for now.
  5. IGN
    90
    Absolutely gorgeous, offering multiple scrolling backgrounds with superbly detailed, painted look to them.
  6. GameZone
    90
    Features great graphics, amusing animation, and terrific game play.
  7. Electric Playground
    90
    As good as it gets when it comes to platform games. I even like this game better than "Super Mario Advance."
  8. Gamer's Pulse
    89
    The thing that makes this game good enough to warrant purchase is its clever design and game play, along with graphics that’ll have your eyes bugging out of your head.
  9. Games Radar
    88
    Some of the most imaginative levels ever. [GamesMaster Magazine, #109]
  10. Armchair Empire
    87
    Looking good doesn’t hurt the game, but it’s RA’s accessibility that makes it a game that every fan of platform gaming should have. There’s a sense of fun about RA.
  11. Nintendophiles
    85
    It will take you a while to beat this game. And even when you've beaten it, you still haven't beaten it until you go back and rescue all the little Electoon dudes. So, replayability is good.
  12. GMR Magazine
    80
    It looks great and provides a decent challenge. [Feb 2003, p.97]
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  13. GamerWeb Nintendo
    80
    It’s fun, it’s beautiful and it’s what you’ve always wanted on a handheld in terms of platform mechanics.
  14. GamePro
    80
    This port of the PlayStation classic is easily the most beautiful looking game in the GBA launch lineup, with huge, colorful, and astonishingly well-animated characters and backgrounds.
  15. Nintendojo
    77
    Anyone who is not prepared to be mercilessly challenged should avoid the purchase.
  16. GameSpot
    76
    The only real complaint that can be lodged against this port of the game is that its camera is zoomed in too close to the action.
  17. Yahoo!
    70
    Graphically, this is the finest game we've experienced on the new handheld console and once you've seen some of the incredible character animations, you won't know whether to laugh or cry in sheer amazement.
  18. All Game Guide
    70
    It offers solid platform-based gameplay and a good deal of enjoyment for those patient enough to reap its rewards.

Awards & Rankings

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#13 Best Game Boy Advance Game of 2001
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#9 Most Discussed Game Boy Advance Game of 2001

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User Score
7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 27 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 27
  3. Negative: 2 out of 27
  1. Untitled94
    Jul 16, 2021
    6
    2021 Update: This is not a very good version of the game. It's just OK. The screen crunch is what really kills this version of the game. I was2021 Update: This is not a very good version of the game. It's just OK. The screen crunch is what really kills this version of the game. I was use to it as a kid, but not today. It is technically easier than the PS1 version, but the screen crunch makes it harder in an unfair way. Luckily there are cheats for the game to see it all without having to go through hell with how the game is. But overall, there are better versions of the game.

    This is fun, but boy, is it hard. This version is almost as hard as the PS1 version. I feel like it would be better if the game's difficulty was toned down a bit. It's decent for on the go, though I would recommend the DSi version, due to it being a lot easier.    … Full Review »
  2. MiddleMufo
    Sep 1, 2020
    6
    Fue mi primer juego de Game Boy Advance, si bien es muy colorido y me dejo gráficamente impresionado, jugablemente estaba bien pero no meFue mi primer juego de Game Boy Advance, si bien es muy colorido y me dejo gráficamente impresionado, jugablemente estaba bien pero no me acabó de enganchar y para mi era un juego difícil.… Full Review »
  3. Clanora
    Aug 21, 2012
    9
    This game is fantastic. One of the launch titles for the Gameboy Advance, this game truly demonstrates what the system is capable of. TheThis game is fantastic. One of the launch titles for the Gameboy Advance, this game truly demonstrates what the system is capable of. The enviroments are lush and beautiful, character animtions are fluid and stunning, the gameplay is difficult, but it has that "I can do it" feeling to it. If you like 2-D platformers, don't miss this game.… Full Review »
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