Super Shougi is one of those SNES deep cuts—a solid digital version of Japanese chess that never made it outside Japan. The board looks crisp, pieces are nicely detailed, and there's even a helpful move preview if you're still learning the ropes (which, let's be honest, most of us are).

First thing you'll notice? The AI doesn't pull punches. Set it to "normal" and it'll still wreck you if you're not paying attention. But that's the fun—every match feels like a puzzle where you slowly figure out how to trap their king without losing your own pieces in dumb trades. The music's this weirdly relaxing synth loop that somehow fits perfectly.

No frills, no fancy modes—just straight-up shougi with a clean interface. If you've ever wanted to try the Japanese version of chess without tracking down a physical set, this is a great way to do it.