Perfect Dark (USA, Europe) (GBC)

**Perfect Dark** on Game Boy Color is a top-down action-stealth game, a stark departure from its first-person shooter counterpart on the Nintendo 64. Players assume the role of Joanna Dark, a skilled agent for the Carrington Institute, undertaking a series of perilous missions across the globe to thwart the schemes of the dataDyne corporation and an alien force.

Gameplay primarily revolves around careful movement and avoiding enemy detection. While direct firefights are possible, utilizing stealth often provides a tactical advantage. Joanna can move silently, take cover behind objects, and incapacitate enemies from behind. The game offers a diverse arsenal of weapons, from pistols, assault rifles, and grenades to high-tech gadgets like night vision goggles, fingerprint scanners, and lock picks.

Each level in **Perfect Dark** features specific objectives that must be completed, including gathering intelligence, rescuing hostages, sabotaging equipment, or eliminating key targets. The variety in missions demands that players be flexible in their tactics, sometimes requiring them to solve simple puzzles to progress. The control scheme is optimized for the GBC, allowing players to easily navigate and aim. The pixel art graphics provide a distinct style, and sound effects create a tense atmosphere for the espionage missions. This title is highly regarded for how it adapted a major franchise to a different platform with entirely new gameplay while retaining the spirit of action-espionage.