A Nanjarin

A standout among the "weird and wonderful" Japanese imports, A Nanjarin (often listed as Ah Nanjarin) is a quirky strategy-simulation game released in 1998. Developed and published by To One, it stars a small, pink, dinosaur-like creature (the eponymous Nanjarin) and features a distinct art style that blends pre-rendered 3D models with colorful, child-friendly environments. While it looks like a simple mascot platformer at first glance, the gameplay is actually a slow-paced, board-game-style strategy title where positioning and resource management are key to helping your pink protagonist navigate various challenges.