Man, David Robinson Basketball on the Genesis is such a time capsule—right down to the pixelated sweatbands and those hilariously stiff animations. You pick your team (obviously I went with the Spurs first), and within seconds you're thrown into that classic 90s arcade-style gameplay where passing feels a little too frantic and three-pointers are weirdly satisfying to nail.

The Admiral himself is basically unstoppable near the hoop, which… yeah, checks out. The AI isn’t exactly NBA-level smart—expect some questionable foul calls and defenders who occasionally just stand there—but that’s part of the charm. It’s got that janky, fast-paced energy where you’ll miss a layup, steal the ball back immediately, and then sink a half-court shot like it’s nothing.

If you’re into retro sports games, this one’s a solid pickup-and-play session, especially with a friend. Just don’t expect deep dynasty modes or realistic physics—it’s pure arcade chaos with a side of nostalgia. And honestly? The crowd noise alone is worth it.