Little Quirks return with the voluminous ‘Game Boy’, an effortlessly radiant slice of indie-rock that takes aim at the smooth-talking romantic who seems to have perfected the art of saying and doing exactly the right thing.

The accompanying video cleverly brings that idea to life by using lo-fi vintage video-game-inspired visuals to tell the story. Playing with the song’s title and its central theme of romance as a game, the retro aesthetic gives the video a fun, playful quality while also reinforcing the idea that this particular relationship is something of a performance.

The song describes the familiar romantic clichés – flowers, dancing in the rain and perfectly timed lines – but gradually reveals that something isn’t quite adding up. The video mirrors that idea, turning the relationship into a colourful game in which the rules aren’t necessarily what they first appear to be.

It’s a smart match for the track’s upbeat energy. ‘Game Boy’ is ridiculously catchy, but there’s a sharper edge underneath as Little Quirks question whether the charm they’re being offered is genuine or simply well rehearsed.

Musically, the track also hints at the darker, more rock-driven direction of the band’s forthcoming album She’s Wild. The guitars feel bigger, the rhythms hit harder, while the band’s trademark vocal harmonies and melodic songwriting remain firmly in place.

The result is a video that’s fun on the surface but carries a knowing message underneath – a fitting introduction to a new Little Quirks era where heartbreak, independence and self-discovery come with considerably more attitude.

‘Game Boy’ proves that sometimes the easiest way to recognise you’ve been played is to realise you’re the one holding the controller.