Bass Masters Classic (USA)

Bass Masters Classic is a tournament fishing game that came out for the Game Boy Color, Genesis, and Super Nintendo. The Game Boy Color version arrived during the late 90s handheld boom, letting players take on bass fishing challenges on the go. It's a straightforward fishing sim that captures the feel of competitive angling without overcomplicating things.

Gameplay alternates between two distinct perspectives. You start by steering your boat across a lake from a top-down view, searching for promising fishing spots. Once you find a likely area, the view switches to a side underwater perspective where you can see fish swimming. You cast your line and try to hook a bass, then reel it in by timing your button presses. The goal is to catch the biggest fish and score enough points to win tournaments.

For a handheld fishing game, Bass Masters Classic offers a neat dual-view system that was unusual at the time. It's not a deep simulation or a flashy action title, so it appeals mostly to fishing fans or collectors curious about mid-90s sports games on portable systems. If you enjoy retro fishing titles, this one is worth a quick try, though it doesn't stand out beyond its core mechanic.