Hajime no Ippo

Hajime no Ippo is a Game Boy Advance title that functions as the third entry in the Summon Night "Swordcraft" action-RPG spin-off series. Players assume the role of a young craftsknight, a character trained in both combat and weapon forging, whose master has been killed. The narrative begins with a guardian creature confessing to this murder and subsequently joining the protagonist on a journey for atonement and truth.

The core gameplay involves navigating a top-down world to interact with characters and gather information, while also delving into dungeons to collect materials. These materials are essential for the central activity of crafting weapons. Combat shifts perspective to a side-scrolling view where real-time action dictates both offensive maneuvers and defensive evasion against enemies.

A significant mechanical addition is the ability to summon and directly control creatures during all battles. This system allows players to utilize the unique and enhanced capabilities of these companions alongside their own crafted arsenal. The overarching goals are to complete the protagonist's training and uncover the conspiracy behind the master's death.