World Cup 98 on Game Boy is one of those old-school soccer games that somehow nails the feel of the sport despite the tiny screen. You pick your team—France, Brazil, whoever—and jump right into quick, arcade-style matches. The controls are simple (pass, shoot, sprint), but there’s a surprising amount of strategy in timing your tackles and setting up plays.

The pixelated crowds and chiptune national anthems give it this weirdly charming vibe. I remember spending way too long trying to recreate real-world matchups from the actual '98 tournament. It’s not super deep, but it’s got that "just one more game" energy, especially if you’re playing against a friend. The commentary’s hilariously basic, but you’ll still yell at the screen when you miss an open goal.

If you’ve got nostalgia for late-'90s soccer or just want a no-fuss portable football fix, this still holds up better than you’d expect. Just don’t expect fancy graphics—it’s pure Game Boy chaos.