Yoshi's Island on GBA is one of those games that just oozes charm—it's got that classic Mario platforming feel, but with a twist. You're not playing as Mario this time; instead, you're Yoshi, carrying baby Mario through these wild, pastel-colored levels. The art style holds up surprisingly well, like a living storybook.

The controls take a second to get used to—Yoshi's flutter jump feels floaty at first, but once you get the hang of throwing eggs at enemies or turning them into platforms with a well-timed ground pound, it clicks. Some of the later levels get seriously creative with the mechanics, like when you have to navigate a maze while riding a giant bubble. And don't even get me started on the boss fights—they're equal parts weird and satisfying.

It's got that perfect balance of being easy to pick up but tough to master, especially if you're trying to 100% everything. The music’s catchy too—you’ll be humming those tunes for days. If you missed this one back in the GBA days, it’s still a blast to play now.