Jinsei Game on Game Boy is basically digital Life with that classic 90s handheld charm. You start by picking a little pixel car (blue was always my go-to) and then it’s all about rolling dice, landing on spaces, and making those big life decisions—college or straight to work? Get married or stay single? The game doesn’t take itself too seriously, which is half the fun.

What I love is how unpredictable it gets. One minute you’re cruising with a high-paying job, the next you’re broke because you landed on "Pay Hospital Bills" three times in a row. The AI opponents have this weirdly aggressive streak too—they’ll buy up all the properties just to spite you. It’s simple, but there’s something about the way the tiny sprites celebrate or sulk that makes it weirdly addictive.

Best part? You can finish a full game in like 20 minutes, so it’s perfect for quick sessions. Just don’t blame me when you rage-quit after losing all your money to a pixelated tornado.