F-14 Tomcat on the GBA is one of those arcade-style flight games that nails the "pick up and play" vibe. You jump straight into the cockpit, and within seconds you're dodging missiles and lining up shots on enemy jets—no complicated controls, just pure dogfighting chaos.

The pixel art holds up surprisingly well for a handheld game, especially when you're weaving through clouds or watching explosions light up the screen. Some missions throw waves of enemies at you, others have you protecting bombers, but it never gets too repetitive. Just when you think you've got the hang of it, the game tosses in a boss fight that actually makes you sweat.

It's not a sim, so don't expect realism—this is all about tight turns, afterburners, and that sweet, sweet lock-on tone when you've got a missile ready. If you miss the days of arcade cabinets and straightforward action, this one's a solid time. You'll probably crash a few times before getting the hang of it, but that's half the fun.