Monster Rancher Advance is a role-playing game developed by Tecmo for the Game Boy Advance, released in 2001. As part of the larger Monster Rancher series, players raise and train their own monsters, which they can generate using text input that affects the monster's characteristics. The game combines elements of simulation with turn-based combat, as players aim to improve their monster's abilities and compete in various tournaments. Its gameplay emphasizes strategy and management over direct control of the creatures.