Momotarou Densetsu 1-2 (Japan)

Momotarou Densetsu 1-2 is a Japan-only Game Boy Color compilation that bundles two classic RPGs from Hudson Soft's long-running series. Released near the end of the handheld's commercial life, this cart brings the first and second Momotarou Densetsu titles - originally found on the Famicom - to a portable format. For anyone curious about Japanese role-playing games from the late 90s, this is a neat snapshot of how Hudson Soft adapted its console hits for the Game Boy Color.

Both games follow the same core structure: you guide Momotaro, the legendary peach boy, through a quirky fantasy version of Japan. You explore towns and dungeons, talk to villagers, and battle monsters in turn-based combat. The series is known for its lighthearted humor and references to Japanese folklore, but the actual mechanics are standard RPG fare - leveling up, equipping gear, and using spells. Since the text is entirely in Japanese, navigating menus can be tricky if you don't read the language, but the gameplay loop is intuitive enough to figure out through trial and error.

What makes this compilation worth a look today is its value as a two-for-one retro RPG experience. You get both the original Momotarou Densetsu and its sequel on a single cart, which isn't common even among Japanese Game Boy Color compilations. The pixel art is colorful and charming, and the music is typical of Hudson Soft's playful style. Just know it's a niche title - if you don't read Japanese, you'll be playing mostly by guessing, but for collectors or fans of the series, it's a neat piece of handheld history.