

After Vaati petrified Princess Zelda, Link rescued a magic sentient hat with a bird head that, when worn, lets him shrink down to a microscopic size just like the Minish, the tiny creatures that have worked tirelessly to help remove darkness from the world. The Minish Cap told the backstory of Vaati, the main antagonist and important figure in Four Swords. The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap tops our list for a number of reasons: Endless charm, brilliant overworld and dungeon design, smart puzzles and even smarter puzzle mechanics. Don’t believe us? Just take a look at the entries below, each of which highlights the best the system had to offer. The best GBA titles boasted familiar gameplay and thoughtful level design, rendering them more than a nostalgic cash grab.

Donkey Kong Country 3: Dixie Kong’s Double Trouble The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past and Four Swords
