Secret of Mana is one of those SNES classics that still holds up today—if you can get past the slightly clunky menu system. You start off as this kid who pulls a sword from a stone (classic move) and immediately gets banished from his village. From there, it's a wild ride through forests, caves, and floating fortresses with two other characters who join you along the way.

The combat feels simple at first—just whack enemies with your weapon—but the real fun comes from timing your charged attacks and juggling magic spells between your party. And the soundtrack? Absolute fire. That overworld theme still gets stuck in my head years later.

It’s got that classic 16-bit charm with bright colors and chunky sprites, though the AI for your companions can be… let’s say "questionable" at times. Still, if you’re into action RPGs with couch co-op (yep, two friends can jump in), it’s a must-play.