Okay, so Heidi: The Game on GBA is way more charming than I expected. You start off running around the Swiss Alps—those pixelated meadows and little goat sprites actually feel cozy. At first I thought it’d be some basic kid’s adventure, but there’s this weirdly satisfying loop of helping villagers, herding goats (which is harder than it sounds), and uncovering little story bits from the original book.

The controls are simple—no crazy combos here—but the music and those sunset-colored alpine backdrops? They nailed the vibe. Sometimes you’re just sitting with grandpa’s cabin in the background while the wind blows through the grass, and it’s weirdly peaceful for a GBA cart. If you’re into slow, story-driven stuff or just want something that feels like a warm blanket, this might surprise you. Just don’t expect any boss fights—biggest threat here is forgetting to bring the goats home before dark.