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Tyrian 2000 on Game Boy Advance is a port of the classic PC shoot 'em up, originally developed by Eclipse Software and published by DotEmu for its handheld release. It arrived on the GBA when the system was already home to a variety of action titles, offering a deep and customizable arcade-style experience that stood out for its content and humor.

You pilot a small, upgradeable spacecraft through vertically scrolling levels, blasting waves of enemy ships and dodging intricate patterns of enemy fire. The main objective is to survive each stage, defeat large bosses, and earn credits to purchase new weapons, shields, and ship upgrades between missions. Signature mechanics include an extensive branching mission structure with multiple paths and endings, and a surprisingly deep equipment shop where you can mix and match forward guns, rear weapons, and special items like the quirky "Bread" gun. The pacing is relentless, with later stages demanding quick reflexes and careful ship configuration. It feels like a frantic, personalized scramble where every credit earned and every weapon chosen directly shapes your chances of survival.