The year 2001 saw the release of Family Tennis Advance , a sports game for the Game Boy Advance console. The game's story revolves around participating in tennis tournaments and competing against opponents from around the world. Players can choose to participate in exhibitions, tournaments, or training sessions, with the goal of improving their skills and ranking.
The gameplay in Family Tennis Advance is focused on singles and doubles matches, where players can compete using either the controller or a cable connection for multiplayer mode. The game features various modes, including Exhibition Match, Tournament, Challenge, and Training. Players can select from different characters, each with their unique playing styles and strengths, to compete in match after match.