We already published the list of best GBA games of all time, now it’s time to discover the best GBA life simulation games of all time.
With amazing titles available, the GBA definitely has a great library of life simulation games.
So, if you’re a fan of both the GBA and life simulation games, there’s a chance you’ll like this list.
And some of you may already know some of the games mentioned in this list.
#5. Dogz
- Release Data: MTO/Ubisoft, 2005
- Genre: Simulation » Virtual » Pet
Dogz just feels like it could have been so much more.
Like a game that had the potential to be good and engaging, but ended up landing somewhere lost in the land of the mediocre.
As a Game Boy Advance title, it would be more impressive.
#4. The Sims 2
- Release Data: Amaze Entertainment/Electronic Arts, 2005
- Genre: Simulation » Virtual » Virtual Life
This game has problems for sure. It isn’t perfect. But with the amount of polish that this game has, it makes for an enjoyable experience. The game isn’t very memorable, but it isn’t boring.
While a Sims fan might not have a great time with this game, I think a gamer that likes to play life simulation games will like this game.
#3. The Tower SP
- Release Data: Vivarium/Nintendo, 2006
- Genre: Simulation » Virtual » Virtual Life
Diehard fans of the sim genre will probably want to take a pass on The Tower SP, since it doesn’t provide much in the way of staying power.
If you’re a casual sim fan, however, and intend to play the game primarily in short bursts, you may still want to give it a try.
#2. The Urbz: Sims in the City
- Release Data: Griptonite Games/EA Games, 2004
- Genre: Simulation » Virtual » Virtual Life
A few minor issues aside, in every other area, The Urbz is a more-than-worthy successor to Bustin’ Out.
The graphics are gorgeous, the way it plays often makes more sense, you do more varied tasks.
It’s also longer, but not in a superficial way. There just is more content.
#1. The Sims Bustin’ Out
- Release Data: Griptonite Games/EA Games, 2003
- Genre: Simulation » Virtual » Virtual Life
The GBA version of The Sims: Bustin’ Out isn’t quite as extravagant as the console games because of the standard limitations of the GBA platform.
But as comparatively limited as the GBA version is, it’s still a well-designed, casual game, and it definitely fits the bill for an on-the-go version of one of the most popular game franchises around.
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Are your favorite games on the list?
Deciding which GBA life simulation game is the best is no doubt a never ending topic, but it’s fun to do!