Total Soccer Manager on the GBA is one of those hidden gems for football nerds who don’t mind pixelated menus and a slower pace. You’re thrown straight into managing a team—scouting players, tweaking formations, and praying your striker doesn’t blow an easy chance in the 89th minute. The controls take a minute to get used to, but once you do, it’s weirdly satisfying to micromanage every detail, even if the graphics are about as basic as it gets.

Honestly, it’s not for everyone—if you’re after flashy gameplay, look elsewhere. But if you’ve ever lost hours to spreadsheets and transfer rumors, this might just hook you. The nostalgia hits hard when you realize you’re arguing with a tiny GBA screen over a questionable offside call.