Pokémon Crystal: Emu Edition is basically the classic GBC adventure, but tweaked just enough to feel fresh if you've played the original a hundred times. You still start in Johto, pick your starter (Cyndaquil forever, fight me), and wander through familiar towns—but there are little surprises tucked in, like adjusted wild encounters and some moveset changes. The emulation runs smooth, and honestly, it’s weirdly satisfying to see those old sprites on a modern screen without the blurry pixels.

If you’re nostalgic for the era of chunky pixels and grinding for hours just to beat Whitney’s Miltank, this hits the spot. Just don’t expect a full-blown romhack—it’s more like Crystal with a subtle polish. The music still slaps, though.