Jikkyou Powerful Pro Yakyuu 6 is one of those N64 baseball games that just feels right—it’s got that perfect mix of arcade-style energy and just enough realism to keep you hooked. The chunky, colorful player models are pure late-90s charm, and the pitching/batting mechanics actually make you think instead of just button-mashing.

What really sold me was the career mode. You start as a rookie, grinding through training sessions and trying not to embarrass yourself in games. Mess up too much, and your manager benches you—which, yeah, stings, but makes nailing that clutch hit way more satisfying. Oh, and the multiplayer? Absolute chaos in the best way, especially if you’ve got friends who take fake baseball way too seriously.

It’s not the flashiest sports game on the N64, but it’s got way more personality than most. If you’ve ever wanted to experience Japanese baseball with a side of ridiculous player animations, this is your game.