Medal of Honor: Rising Sun for the Nintendo GameCube is a first-person shooter set during World War II. Players assume the role of Corporal Joseph Griffin, starting with the attack on Pearl Harbor, fighting through the Pacific Theater. The game focuses on historical battles against the Japanese forces, featuring single-player campaigns and multiplayer modes. Gameplay involves completing objectives, using period-accurate weapons, and engaging in intense combat. With a mix of stealth, action, and strategy, players experience a personal perspective of the war.