Gunstar Super Heroes - Game Boy Advance

Gunstar Super Heroes for Game Boy Advance is a high-octane run-and-gun action game developed by Treasure, the legendary studio behind Gunstar Heroes, Ikaruga, and Advance Guardian Heroes. A spiritual successor to the Sega Genesis classic, this GBA exclusive delivers explosive 2D action, slick animations, and fast-paced gameplay that pushes the handheld to its limits.

You play as Red or Blue, members of the elite Gunstar team, each with slightly different weapon sets and combat styles. The story takes place years after the original Gunstar Heroes, with a new empire rising to resurrect the destructive God of Ruin. It’s up to the Gunstar siblings to stop them across a variety of dynamic, side-scrolling levels that mix shooting, melee combat, platforming, and even vehicle segments.

What makes Gunstar Super Heroes stand out is its constant variety. Levels shift between high-speed chases, mid-air battles, vertical shoot-’em-up sequences, and intense boss fights—all designed with tight controls and frantic energy. You'll use three core weapons (rapid fire, explosive, and laser), each of which behaves differently depending on how it’s used, giving the gameplay depth and room for experimentation.

Despite the GBA's limitations, the game impresses with colorful, highly detailed sprites and smooth animations. Bosses are screen-filling, multi-phase battles that feel pulled straight from a console title, and the music channels the spirit of 16-bit arcade soundtracks.

Known to fans as Gunstar Super Heroes GBA or Gunstar Heroes Advance, the game is a must-have for lovers of old-school action and Treasure’s signature style. Whether you're new to the series or a returning fan, it’s one of the most polished and intense shooters available on the Game Boy Advance.