Super Chinese Land 1.2.3' is one of those classic Game Boy gems that flew under the radar outside Japan. It’s a side-scrolling beat 'em up with RPG elements—you pick between two martial arts heroes (I always went with the guy in red) and punch your way through waves of enemies. The controls are simple, but timing your jumps and attacks actually matters, which keeps it from feeling mindless.

What’s cool is the upgrade system—you earn points to boost your speed or power between stages. First time I played, I dumped everything into attack strength and immediately regretted it when the platforming got tricky. The pixel art has that chunky, charming Game Boy style, and the music’s got this weirdly catchy synth vibe. It’s short but satisfying, like a solid arcade cabinet run condensed into a handheld.

Definitely worth a look if you’re into retro brawlers with a little extra depth.