GBA Converter
Convert GBA files online for free
Drop or upload your .GBA file
How to convert your GBA file
- Click Select File above, and choose your GBA file.
- You'll see a preview.
- Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.
Convert GBA to another file type
The converter easily converts your GBA file to various formats—free and online. No Steam or extra software needed.
- GBA to CIA
- GBA to NDS
- GBA to ISO
- GBA to NSP
- GBA to GB
- GBA to GBC
- GBA to ZIP
- GBA to EXE
- GBA to BIN
- GBA to CUE
- GBA to PAK
- GBA to WAD
Convert a file to GBA
The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the GBA file type—in the best quality.
- MOD to GBA
- BIN to GBA
- CFG to GBA
- SCX to GBA
- DAT to GBA
- MPQ to GBA
- LOG to GBA
- CUE to GBA
- INI to GBA
- EXE to GBA
- SCM to GBA
- ISO to GBA
About GBA files
GBA files are associated with the Nintendo Game Boy Advance, serving as ROM images of games designed for this handheld console. While these files are popular among gaming enthusiasts for emulation purposes, they come with certain limitations and challenges when it comes to conversion and usage in different formats.
Conversion Options:
- Converting GBA files to .nds (Nintendo DS ROM) may be considered for backward compatibility, though it requires technical tweaks.
- Conversion to .iso or .cso for use with other gaming consoles is possible but often impractical due to compatibility issues.
- Extracting audio or video content is possible by converting to .mp3 or .mp4, respectively, using software like VLC Media Player.
Software Recommendations:
- mGBA: A versatile emulator that allows you to play GBA files and offers some conversion functionalities.
- VisualBoyAdvance: Another emulator with basic tools for converting GBA games to other formats.
Considerations and Challenges:
Converting GBA files can be legally and technically complex. Licensing restrictions may apply, and not all converted formats will function correctly due to hardware differences. Moreover, not all conversion software ensures the integrity of the original game data, leading to potential performance issues.
Drawbacks of GBA Files:
GBA files are limited in functionality outside their intended use, with challenges in maintaining quality during conversion. For these reasons, using a reliable service like Convert.Guru is recommended. Simply drag-n-drop your GBA files onto our webpage for a seamless conversion experience.
The GBA Converter Story
The history of Convert.Guru began more than 25 years ago in California, when Tom Simondi published the most comprehensive database of file formats on his website. Before that, Tom had worked on Space Shuttle development at the Air Force Systems Command’s Space Division in Los Angeles. He is known as one of the top programmers of the late 1980s.
When Microsoft integrated Tom’s Filext database into Windows XP, it became the leading platform for analyzing and processing file types and formats.
Today, we use the latest technologies to analyze, process, and convert one of the world's largest collections of file formats. We are committed to developing the best GBA converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.