Play Sega Smash Pack (e)(patience) Online

I picked up Sega Smash Pack for the Game Boy Advance back when it was new, a compilation published by THQ. It was a common sight in stores during that era, a portable bundle of older Sega titles. This particular version, the European release with the "Patience" tag, was just one of many attempts to bring classic console games to the handheld.

You control different characters depending on which game you select, like Sonic in his self-titled platformer. The main objective is simply to progress through each included game, beating levels and defeating bosses. Signature mechanics vary; in Sonic, you run at high speed and spin through enemies, while in other games you might solve puzzles or navigate maze-like stages. The pacing shifts dramatically from the frantic speed of Sonic to the more deliberate exploration of other titles. It feels like having a small, slightly uneven arcade in your pocket.