Shin Megami Tensei on the GBA is one of those RPGs that sticks with you—not just because of its bleak, demon-infested Tokyo, but because it actually makes you think about who you side with. You start off just trying to survive, but pretty soon you're bargaining with demons, fusing them into stronger allies, and realizing every choice nudges the world toward chaos or order (or, y'know, total anarchy).

The combat's tough but fair—if you don't pay attention to weaknesses, you'll get wrecked fast. And the demon fusion? Way more satisfying than just leveling up. Nothing beats turning two mediocre monsters into some nightmare beast that carries your team for hours. Just don't get too attached—you'll be sacrificing them for upgrades sooner or later.

It's got that classic '90s RPG vibe but with a darker edge. If you like your stories morally gray and your battles punishing, this one's a gem. Just bring patience—and maybe a guide for those cryptic demon negotiations.