Post #2233712
2026-05-03 05:45 UTC
It looks like the most modern retro console it can handle is the GBA. Personally, that leaves you a bit limited as I personally feel anything older struggles to have a modern feel (not that there aren't good games, but I think it becomes a lot more about personal preference/taste on what counts as modern).
For the GBA any first party Nintendo games will hold up pretty well. I think Advance Wars, Metroid, Zelda games would even be hits if released today.
The Megaman series is actually a pretty good one. Megaman Zero series is good 2D action, and the Megaman Battle Network games have a fascinating grid/deck building gameplay that was also used in [One Step From Eden](https://store.steampowered.com/app/960690/One_Step_From_Eden/).
The castlevania series on the GBA is also one that would feel at home if you like metroidvanias.
Admittedly those are all more action games, if you don't mind a more traditional RPG or puzzle game there are more options.
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@Sphks@jlai.lu 2026-05-03 07:48
Advance War feels modern. It's a great suggestion.
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@Venus_Ziegenfalle@feddit.org 2026-05-03 07:09
> if you don't mind a more traditional RPG or puzzle game Yes actually I usually prefer turn based combat to action when it comes to handhelds. Not as a rule but it just removes a stress factor.