Pokémon Jupiter on the GBA is one of those fan-made gems that feels like stumbling onto a lost official game. You start off in a fresh region with some wild new Pokémon designs—some hit, some miss, but they all have that weird charm you’d expect from a passionate fan project. The sprites are surprisingly polished, and the battles run smooth, though the difficulty spikes can catch you off guard if you’re not paying attention.

First ten minutes? You’re picking from three starters that aren’t your usual Charmander or Pikachu clones—I went with this little fire lizard thing that eventually evolves into a dragon with way too many spikes. The towns have this cool mix of classic GBA colors and slightly janky custom tiles, but honestly, it adds to the vibe. Just don’t expect a perfectly balanced experience—some moves feel busted, and the rival shows up at the worst times.

If you’ve burned through the official games and want something that feels nostalgic but unpredictable, this one’s worth a playthrough.