Okay, so The Polar Express on GBA is basically like stepping into that cozy Christmas movie vibe—snowy landscapes, jingle bells, and that magical train chugging along. You play as the kid (you know, the one who’s not sure if he believes in Santa) running through the train cars, dodging obstacles, and collecting those golden tickets. The controls are simple, but some of the jumps between cars can be weirdly precise.

It’s got that early 2000s licensed-game charm—pixelated versions of the movie characters, a soundtrack that’s just the right amount of nostalgic, and a few frustrating moments where you’ll definitely fall off the train at least once. Not gonna lie, the hot chocolate minigame is low-key the best part. If you’re into holiday games or just miss that era of handheld gaming, it’s a decent little time capsule.