Alright, let’s talk about Spider-Man: Return of the Sinister Six on NES. This one’s a side-scroller where you swing (well, sort of—it’s more like jumping with style) through levels taking on Doc Ock’s crew. The controls are stiff by today’s standards, but once you get used to mashing Z for punches and X for web shots, it’s weirdly satisfying.

First level throws you right into a cityscape with thugs everywhere, and Spidey’s moves feel a little… floaty. You’ll miss a few jumps at first because the physics are just off, but hey, it’s an NES game. The real fun starts when you hit the bosses—Electro’s a pain until you figure out his pattern, and Vulture’s hitbox is janky as hell. Still, there’s charm in the pixelated chaos.

Pro tip: Save your web shots for when you really need them. You’ll run out fast if you spam, and then it’s just you, your fists, and regret. The game’s not perfect, but if you’re into retro superhero beat-em-ups, it’s a solid time-killer. Just don’t expect it to play like the modern stuff.