: A masterclass in JRPG adaptation, this version features a unique female protagonist perspective and peerless dungeon crawling. God of War: Chains of Olympus

This is a hard game. Healing items are rare, checkpoints are brutal (often at the start of a 10-room gauntlet), and enemies respawn if you walk two pixels back. This is authentic retro difficulty, but it can feel unfair during the third boss, where a single hit knocks you into a bottomless pit.

When most fans search for a "knight" experience with a retro flair on the PSP, they find . Developed by the legendary Vanillaware, this tactical JRPG is famous for its stunning 2D hand-drawn art that feels like a medieval tapestry brought to life.