After Burst is one of those Game Boy games that sneaks up on you—it looks simple at first, just another action title in a sea of pixelated sprites. But then you start playing, and suddenly you're hooked. The controls are tight, the levels throw curveballs at you, and there's this weirdly satisfying rhythm to the combat. You'll dodge, slash, and occasionally panic when three enemies corner you at once.

The graphics are pure late-era Game Boy—chunky but with this cool, moody palette that makes everything feel a little more intense. And the music? It’s got that classic beep-boop energy, but with a few tracks that actually slap. I remember getting stuck on one level for way too long before realizing I could use the environment to trap enemies. Felt like a genius when it finally clicked.

If you’re into retro action games that don’t hold your hand, this one’s a blast. Just don’t blame me when you lose track of time trying to beat your high score.