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WinX Club on the GBA is one of those games that makes you feel like you’re flipping through an old sketchbook—bright, a little rough around the edges, but full of charm. You start off as Bloom, tossing spells at shadowy creatures while your fairy wings glow like a disco ball. The combat’s simple but satisfying, especially when you pull off a combo and the screen explodes in sparkles.

What surprised me was how much it leans into the show’s vibe—there’s dialogue between battles, little puzzles to solve, and even transformation sequences that feel ripped straight from an episode. The pixel art’s surprisingly lush for a GBA title, with these deep purples and pinks that make every forest and castle pop. It’s definitely aimed at fans (I may have squealed when Musa showed up), but the breezy controls and short levels keep it from feeling like homework. Just don’t expect deep RPG mechanics—this is pure fairy-flavored button-mashing fun.

Also, pro tip: Flora’s vine attack is weirdly overpowered. You’re welcome.