Thunder & Lightning is one of those NES games that takes a simple idea—Breakout-style paddle and ball—and cranks up the weirdness. Instead of a boring rectangle, you control Mr. Chin, this little guy who holds a stick above his head like he’s trying to swat a fly. The ball bounces off it, and honestly, it’s kind of hilarious to watch.

Things get wild when you hit the power-up carriers—flying saucers, submarines, planes—and they drop bonuses mid-game. The catch? You’ve gotta grab them while still keeping the ball alive, which is way harder than it sounds. Thunder Warrior shows up too, just to keep things chaotic. It’s not the deepest game, but there’s something oddly satisfying about smashing blocks with a dude and his stick.