Dead to Rights (GBA)

“Dead to Rights” for the Game Boy Advance is a top-down shooter developed by Torus Games and published by Namco in 2004. This version is a portable adaptation of the original “Dead to Rights” console game, albeit with gameplay and features suited to the handheld format.

In the game, players assume the role of Jack Slate, a cop who has been wrongly accused of murder and sentenced to execution. The narrative kicks off dramatically as Slate escapes from Iron Point Maximum-Security Penitentiary, determined to track down and bring to justice the criminals who framed him. The setting is the gritty and corruption-ridden Grant City, where danger lurks around every corner.

Gameplay in “Dead to Rights” is action-packed and diverse. Players navigate through various environments, engaging in shootouts with multiple weapon types, which adds a dynamic layer to the combat sequences. Additionally, Slate’s capabilities include performing disarm moves, picking locks, and engaging in hand-to-hand combat, reflecting his background as a skilled cop.

The game also introduces mini-games that are not just for entertainment but also integral to progressing through the story. These mini-games include arm wrestling, bench pressing, and even dancing, each adding a unique and enjoyable break from the main action sequences.