Alright, so The Hunt for Red October on NES is exactly what it sounds like—you're in charge of a US sub, sneaking around trying to track down that infamous Russian nuclear sub before things go sideways. The controls take a second to get used to (why is "C" mapped to "Z"?), but once you do, it's all about silent running, dodging mines, and praying you don’t ping someone’s radar.

It’s got that classic NES tension—one wrong move and suddenly you’ve got torpedoes coming your way. The sonar pings still freak me out a little. And yeah, the graphics are blocky as hell, but there’s something weirdly immersive about staring at a radar screen for way too long.

Controls if you need 'em: arrows to move, Z/X for actions, and good luck remembering which button does what in the heat of the moment. You’ll figure it out after a few accidental missile launches.

Not gonna lie, it’s niche, but if you’re into slow-burn submarine sims with a Cold War vibe, this one’s a weird little time capsule.