Play Hercules no Eikou - Ugokidashita Kamigami (Japan) Online

Ever played a Game Boy game that feels like a mashup of Zelda and Kid Icarus, but with Hercules as the star? That’s Hercules no Eikou - Ugokidashita Kamigami for you—a Japan-only sequel that never got the love it deserved. You’re hacking through monsters, sure, but half the fun is figuring out how to use Hercules’ god-given powers to solve puzzles or outsmart bosses. The dungeons are just the right mix of tricky and satisfying.

It’s got that classic ‘90s charm—bright sprites, a chiptune soundtrack that sticks in your head, and a goofy take on Greek myths (wait till you see how they handle the gods). Not gonna lie, some of the later levels will test your patience, but in that good way where you actually want to keep trying. If you’re into retro deep cuts, this one’s a blast.