Shonen Jump's - One Piece

About Shonen Jump's - One Piece

Shonen Jump's - One Piece is a side-scrolling beat 'em up that brings the world of One Piece to the Game Boy Advance. Released exclusively in North America, it captures the essence of Luffy’s early adventures as he embarks on the quest for the legendary treasure, the One Piece.

Story

Step into the world of One Piece and relive the classic East Blue saga. Follow Monkey D. Luffy and the iconic Straw Hat Pirates as they gather their crew, clash with fearsome foes like Buggy the Clown and Don Krieg, and sail through perilous waters of the Grand Line. The game adapts key moments from Luffy’s first encounter with Alvida to the climactic Loguetown arc, with a story faithful to the anime and lighter on the censorship from the 4Kids dub.

How To Play

Core Gameplay Mechanics

• Play as Luffy: Control Monkey D. Luffy exclusively as you unleash his rubbery abilities, inspired by the Gomu Gomu no Mi (Gum-Gum Fruit).
• Combat Moves: Utilize a one-button combo attack system, with charged punches, aerial combos, and defensive moves like inflating to block.
• Crew Assists: Summon iconic crew members, including Zoro, to deliver powerful assist attacks when needed.

World Design and Progression

• Levels & Boss Fights: Battle through 6 worlds, each featuring two challenging stages and a boss fight against memorable villains such as Captain Morgan and Smoker.
• Locked-Screen Combat Arenas: Fight waves of enemies coming from all directions in confined spaces.
• Platforming Elements: Traverse levels using Luffy’s stretchy arms to swing across obstacles and propel off objects.

Bonus Content

• Collectibles: Hunt for manga- and anime-inspired items as well as pirate coins to unlock bonus modes.
• Ship Battle Royale: Take on timed challenges between levels, defeating wave after wave of enemies before the clock runs out.
• Boss Rush Mode: Face a gauntlet of all the game’s bosses one after another in this unlockable feature.

Highlights

• Faithful Anime Action: Experience Luffy’s stretchy combat mechanics, recreated with impressive animation.
• Iconic Villains: Battle unforgettable characters like Buggy, Don Krieg, and Captain Morgan in epic boss fights.
• Immersive Visuals: Gorgeous sprite animations and backgrounds, partially adapted from One Piece Grand Battle: Swan Colosseum.
• Variety & Challenge: From arena-style battles to platforming sections, the game keeps the action dynamic and engaging.
• Accessible Gameplay: Simple controls make this a great entry point for fans of One Piece and side-scrolling games alike.

Shonen Jump's - One Piece is a nostalgic treasure for fans of One Piece anime and classic beat 'em ups. Whether you’re stretching across obstacles or taking down iconic foes, this game offers a fun-filled adventure that captures the heart of the East Blue saga. Sail through the Grand Line—your pirate adventure awaits!