Play Hajime no Ippo (english translation) Online
Start as a scrawny kid throwing weak jabs, then sweat through training minigames until your punches actually hurt. Time your dodges, manage stamina, and feel the rush when your first Dempsey Roll connects.
Hajime no Ippo for the Game Boy Advance, released in Japan in 2002 by Treasure, is a boxing game based on the popular manga. It arrived during a period when the GBA library was rich with adaptations, offering a straightforward take on the sport without the frills of larger console titles.
You control Ippo Makunouchi, progressing from a timid beginner to a confident boxer through a series of fights and training exercises. The main objective is to climb the ranks by winning matches, which involves mastering timing-based dodges, managing your stamina bar, and landing combinations. Training minigames, like the repetitive punch bag drills, are essential to build your stats and unlock stronger special moves such as the Dempsey Roll. The pacing is deliberate, with difficulty that spikes noticeably against more technical opponents. It feels rewarding to see your patience in training pay off during a close match.
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