Super Chinese 1 2 Advance is one of those GBA ports that actually feels right at home on the handheld. You start off picking between the two main characters—Jack or Ryu—and honestly, I went with Jack first because his moves just felt chunkier, like they had more weight behind them. The sprites are tiny but full of personality, and the combat’s simple at first—just punch, kick, jump—but then you start unlocking special moves, and suddenly you’re juggling enemies in mid-air like some kind of pixelated kung fu master.

What I love is how it mixes RPG leveling with beat ‘em up action. You’re not just mashing buttons; you’re grinding a bit to boost your stats, grabbing power-ups from breakable barrels (classic), and occasionally getting wrecked by surprise boss fights. The dialogue’s goofy in that old-school way, and the music? Pure 16-bit cheese—in the best way. If you’ve got a soft spot for games that feel like they belong in an arcade but with just enough depth to keep you hooked, this one’s a solid pick.