Grand Theft Auto Advance
A top-down prequel to GTA III for the Game Boy Advance, in which Mike hunts for whoever killed his partner, Vinnie.
Key facts
- Released
- 26 October 2004 (Game Boy Advance, North America)
- Type
- Handheld
- Platforms
- Game Boy Advance (2004)
- Developer
- Digital Eclipse
- Setting
- Liberty City (New York City)
- Story year
- 2000
- Protagonist
- Mike
- Metascore
- 68 (Game Boy Advance)
What it is remembered for
- One of the few GTA games not made by a Rockstar studio.
- A 2D throwback released after the series had gone 3D.
- Set in Liberty City a year before GTA III.
GTA Advance vs GTA 6
| GTA Advance | GTA 6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Released | 2004 | November 19, 2026 |
| Setting | Liberty City | Vice City and the state of Leonida |
| Playable leads | Mike | Jason Duval, Lucia Caminos |
| Launch platforms | Game Boy Advance (2004) | PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S |
GTA Advance FAQ
When did GTA Advance come out?
Grand Theft Auto Advance came out on 26 October 2004 (Game Boy Advance, North America).
Where is GTA Advance set?
In Liberty City, the series’ take on New York City, in 2000.
Who is the main character in GTA Advance?
Mike.
What platforms is GTA Advance on?
Game Boy Advance (2004).
Sources and verification
- Grand Theft Auto Advance — Rockstar Games
- The making of Grand Theft Auto Advance — Time Extension
- Critic reviews — Metacritic