Galaxian is that classic arcade shooter where you're just one little ship against waves of dive-bombing aliens. The first few levels trick you into thinking it's easy—until those neon-colored enemies start kamikaze-ing straight at you in unpredictable patterns. Mess up once, and suddenly you're dodging three at once while trying to pick them off.

It's got that old-school Namco feel—simple controls, but the challenge ramps up fast. The music sticks in your head, too, in that slightly repetitive but weirdly satisfying way. I always end up leaning into the screen when things get chaotic.

If you like your shooters punishing but fair, this one's a solid time capsule from the NES era.