Starting a New Game in VisualBoyAdvance (GBA Emulator)

VBA Has No "New Game" Button—It's ROM-Dependent

VisualBoyAdvance itself doesn't create new games; that functionality lives entirely within each game's ROM.

Standard Process

1. Load the ROM: File → Open → select your .gba file.
2. In-Game Menu: Almost all GBA games present a "New Game" option on their title screen.
3. Save File Creation: Some games prompt to create a save file on first boot—accept it.
4. Reset if Needed: Toolbar circular arrow icon restarts the current ROM (clears unsaved progress).

Important Notes

• Legal ROMs only: Dump your own cartridges—downloading ROMs you don't own is piracy.
• Backup saves: Copy .sav files regularly to prevent loss.
• Compatibility varies: Try mGBA, NO$GBA, or RetroArch cores if VBA struggles with a specific title.