robohobo
1993
1990
A great introduction to RPGs - fitting, as it was literally my very first RPG. Shorter and easier than most games of its genre, especially once you already know what you're doing, but the world here is always worth revisiting. The 3D rendered sprites don't hold up quite as well as those in DKC, but the game is by no means ugly (though many enemies certainly are!).
1999
Woefully underrated. Continues improving on the series' gameplay and the world maps being more openly explorable adds some extra fun. Goes for a more mellow tone than the previous game, with picturesque, painted-looking backgrounds. That doesn't mean the game doesn't get difficult toward the end, especially with its more gimmicky levels.
1994