NBA All-Star Challenge on SNES is basically streetball with NBA stars—just you and another player going head-to-head in half-court showdowns. It’s got that early ‘90s roster, so you’re playing as legends like Jordan, Barkley, or Magic before they became untouchable icons. The controls are simple enough (dribble, shoot, steal), but the AI actually puts up a fight—I remember getting schooled by Hakeem’s post moves more than once.

What’s cool is how each player feels distinct. Smaller guys like Stockton are quick but get bullied under the rim, while big men like Ewing can dominate inside but move like they’re stuck in mud. The pixel art’s charmingly janky too—everyone’s got these exaggerated animations, especially on dunks. Just don’t expect deep strategy; it’s pure arcade chaos with a side of nostalgia.