GB Basketball on the Game Boy is one of those simple, no-frills sports games that somehow just works. You pick your team—though honestly, they all feel about the same—and jump straight into these tiny, pixelated courts where the players look more like little blobs than athletes. But don’t let that fool you.

The controls are basic—pass, shoot, steal—but the AI actually puts up a decent fight. You’ll miss a few shots at first because the timing’s a little weird, but once you get the hang of it, sinking a three-pointer feels weirdly satisfying. And yeah, the "slam dunks" are basically just your player hopping up and disappearing for half a second, but hey, it was 1994.

It’s not deep, but it’s got that classic pick-up-and-play vibe where you can burn through a quick game in 10 minutes. Perfect for when you just want something straightforward and nostalgic. Just don’t expect any flashy replays or Michael Jordan cameos.