Bass Fishing Tatsujin Techou is one of those weirdly addictive Game Boy fishing sims that somehow makes staring at pixelated water exciting. You pick your lure (the frog one worked best for me), cast into the murky depths, and wait for that little *tug* on the line. Reeling in feels oddly satisfying—especially when you land a big one and the screen flashes with its weight.

It’s got that classic late-90s handheld charm, complete with a tiny fishing log to track your catches. Don’t expect fancy graphics, but there’s something weirdly zen about it once you get into the rhythm. I spent way too many bus rides pretending I was a bass master.

If you’re into retro sports games or just want something low-key to kill time, this one’s a solid pick. Just don’t blame me when you start mentally comparing every real-life pond to its pixelated counterpart.