SD Gundam - Gachapon Senshi 3 is one of those weird, charming NES strategy games where tiny, super-deformed Gundam units duke it out on a grid. You start by picking your squad—I always went heavy on the Zakus because they’re cheap and surprisingly decent—then it’s all about positioning and resource management. The sprites are adorable, but don’t let that fool you; some of these battles get brutal fast.

It’s Japan-only, so expect a lot of trial and error if you don’t read Japanese. Still, the mechanics are simple enough to figure out after a few rounds. There’s something satisfying about watching your little plastic-looking mechs overwhelm the enemy with sheer numbers. Just don’t get too attached—casualties happen.

If you’re into old-school tactical games with a Gundam twist, this one’s a neat little time capsule.