Spy vs. Spy (Europe) (En,Fr,De,Es,It,Nl,Sv)

This is the European multi-language version of Spy vs. Spy for the Game Boy Color, based on the long-running MAD Magazine comic strip. Released in the late 1990s, it is one of the earliest split-screen games on a handheld console, letting two players compete head-to-head. The game was published by Kemco and faithfully translates the comic's black-and-white espionage humor into a competitive multiplayer format.

Players take control of either the Black Spy or the White Spy, each trying to collect a set of required items scattered across a building. The twist is that both players share the same screen split vertically, allowing each to see their own side while the opponent's area remains hidden. To win, you must grab all items before your rival, while also setting traps - like exploding briefcases or nets - to slow them down. The core loop involves navigating rooms, picking up key objects, and springing traps at the right moment to gain an edge.

Spy vs. Spy stands out as a novel multiplayer experience on the Game Boy Color, especially for fans of the original comic or retro party games. Its simple premise still holds up for quick sessions with a friend, though it requires a second player to truly shine. If you enjoy competitive puzzle-action games with a dose of cartoon violence, this is a charming and rare example from the handheld era.