Man, Boku No Kabutomushi takes me back—it's that weirdly addictive GBA game where you raise a stag beetle like it's your tiny, armored child. You start by picking your grub from a few options (I always went for the ones with the biggest mandibles), then it's all about feeding it weird jelly, cleaning its tank, and watching it grow through these adorable chunky pixel art stages.

The real fun starts when your beetle's grown and you can take it to battle other bugs in this little underground ring. There's actual strategy—timing your charges, managing stamina, even picking different battle styles. I lost way too many matches before realizing you shouldn't just mash the attack button.

It's got that perfect mix of low-stakes relaxation and "just one more match" energy. Perfect for quick plays between classes back in the day. Still weirdly charming today if you're into niche pet sims.