SNES

Kirby Super Star

The majority of games simply aren't this good. It stands aside from the crowd and you'd be crazy to miss it.

Used game stores like FuncoLand typically want up to $30 for a copy, but if you can find one with the box and instructions, I'd suggest jumping on it. I was able to find a brand-new copy for $19.99 (a super deal) at a larger Electronics Boutique, but it was the last copy there (and they never even had heard of it when I first asked), so I don't expect this great game to stick around much longer. Pick it up if you can.

Kirby Super Star actually contains eight Kirby games, but two need to be unlocked, and two others are so minor they probably shouldn't even count. Still, six games is a lot of action for your money, especially when they dish out the quality gameplay you would expect from Nintendo. Inhaling enemies not only fun, but it allows Kirby to absorb their powers. This changes his appearance slightly and gives him the ability to execute moves like throwing fire or swinging a sword. Kirby also has the option of converting enemies into "friends" who will fight along side of him. These friends can even be controlled by a second player! These Kirby games are truly goofy yet oddly compelling. The graphics tend to be simple but have a clean, colorful appearance that's easy on the eyes. The controls are dead-on, and the cartridge includes a battery to save your progress. In you can look past Kirby's cutsey appearance, I think you'll find this compilation to be well worth your time.