Hikaru no Go

Adapted from the manga by Yumi Hotta and Takeshi Obata, this GBA puzzle game follows Hikaru Shindo, a boy who discovers a haunted antique Go board and finds himself sharing his body with Fujiwara no Sai, a legendary Go master from the Heian era. The game incorporates a fully functioning Go rule set, with players competing in real matches to advance the story. Difficulty is thoughtfully tiered to accommodate players of all skill levels, making it accessible to newcomers and seasoned Go players alike. Released during the peak of the anime's popularity, it stands as one of the better licensed GBA adaptations of its era.