Super Puzzle Bobble Advance is that classic bubble-popping puzzle game, but with a little extra chaos thrown in. You know the drill—match colors, clear the board, don’t let the bubbles reach the bottom—but this version adds some wild power-ups and weird stage layouts that keep you on your toes. The Japanese version (yeah, it’s a Japan-only release) has some quirky charm, like the occasional untranslated text, but the gameplay’s so straightforward it doesn’t even matter.

First few minutes in, you’re just lining up shots, getting a feel for the angles. Then suddenly, the screen tilts, or the bubbles start shifting on their own, and you realize this isn’t just a lazy port. The GBA’s tiny screen actually works in its favor—everything’s tight, no wasted space. And yeah, you can totally play it on an emulator, but there’s something satisfying about the click of the D-pad when you’re lining up that perfect ricochet shot.

It’s simple, addictive, and just chaotic enough to feel fresh even if you’ve played a dozen Puzzle Bobble clones before.