Side Pocket on GB is one of those classic Game Boy games that somehow makes pixelated pool feel legit. You start off with a simple 8-ball match—just you, a tiny green table, and that satisfying little "clack" when balls collide. The physics are surprisingly decent for a Game Boy title, though you'll definitely curse when your shot barely grazes the edge of the pocket.

What’s cool is how it mixes arcade vibes with some strategy. You’ve got trick shots, tournaments, even this weird "pocket the numbered balls in order" mode that gets brutal fast. The controls? Dead simple—d-pad to aim, A for power, B to spin. But nailing bank shots with that tiny screen? Way harder than it looks.

Honestly, it’s the kind of game you’ll flip on for "just one round" and suddenly realize you’ve been hunched over your Game Boy for an hour. Perfect for bus rides or pretending to be a pool hustler in 8-bit.