Ever wanted to pilot a submarine while dodging torpedoes and sneaking past enemy fleets? The Hunt for Red October on SNES nails that tense Cold War vibe from the movie—just with more pixel explosions. You’re basically playing as Sean Connery’s sub, weaving through underwater mines, taking out Soviet ships, and occasionally surfacing to launch missiles. The controls take a minute to get used to (why is "up" on the D-pad dive deeper?), but once it clicks, it’s oddly satisfying.

Don’t expect a deep sim—it’s more arcade-y, with chunky sprites and that classic SNES "pew-pew" sound design. The side-scrolling action keeps things simple, though later levels get brutal if you don’t manage your torpedo supply. Fun detail: your crew actually mutters radio chatter in garbled Russian. Not sure if it’s accurate, but it adds to the chaos.

If you’re into retro shooters or just love the movie, this one’s a solid time capsule. Just remember to save your missiles for the boss fights.