If you've ever wanted a pocket-sized board game night, this GBA cart’s got you covered. Simple 2960 Tomodachi Series Vol. 1 bundles chess, checkers, and backgammon with that chunky early-2000s pixel charm—like someone shrunk a coffeehouse game table into your Game Boy.

The AI opponents aren’t grandmasters, but they’ll still wreck you if you zone out. I lost three straight checkers matches before realizing the CPU actually plans ahead. Graphics are basic (it’s in the name), but there’s something satisfying about the clunky animations when you jump a piece or checkmate someone.

Best part? No setup. Just flip open your GBA and you’re already moving pawns. Perfect for bus rides or pretending to pay attention in class back in the day. Still holds up if you dig no-frills strategy.