Okay, so Asterix and the Power of the Gods is one of those weirdly charming Sega Genesis platformers based on the French comics. You play as Asterix (or Obelix in two-player mode), smacking Romans around with your fists—or in Obelix’s case, just bulldozing through everything like a tank. The isometric map gives it a slightly different feel from your usual side-scroller, though the controls take a second to get used to.

First thing you’ll notice? The sprites are huge, and the animations are goofy in that classic 16-bit way. You’ll hop between platforms, punch enemies into the sky (seriously, they go flying), and grab power-ups like the temporary invincibility potion—which is great until you accidentally walk off a cliff because you weren’t paying attention. Some levels have these little puzzles, like moving blocks or dodging traps, but mostly it’s about brawling your way through.

It’s not the deepest game, but there’s something satisfying about the weight of the punches and the way the Romans yell when you knock them out. Just don’t expect it to be as polished as, say, Sonic—this one’s more about the vibe than tight gameplay. If you’re into the comics or just want a silly, slightly janky beat-em-up, it’s a fun time.