The Game Boy Advance (GBA) had a suggested retail price of $99.99 at its North American launch.
Initial Launch Price and Details
The Game Boy Advance was launched with a clear pricing strategy designed to make the powerful new handheld accessible to a broad audience. Nintendo officially announced the details for the system's North American launch, including its price, in March 2001.
- Suggested Retail Price: $99.99
- Launch Region: North America
- Announcement Date: March 2001
- Initial Game Library: The system launched with 15 titles, offering a wide variety of genres for early adopters.
The strategic pricing of the Game Boy Advance allowed it to quickly become a dominant force in the handheld gaming market, building on the legacy of its predecessors while introducing enhanced graphics and processing capabilities. This price point made it an attractive upgrade for existing Game Boy users and a compelling entry point for new players.
| Detail | Specification |
|---|---|
| Launch Price | $99.99 USD |
| Launch Market | North America |
| Launch Announcement | March 2001 |
| Launch Games Count | 15 |
For more comprehensive information regarding the Game Boy Advance's history, specifications, and impact, you can refer to its Wikipedia page.
