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IGDB / 117538

Columns

1990 69 / 100 Puzzle

Columns is a match-three puzzle video game created by Jay Geertsen in 1989. Early versions of the game were ported across early computer platforms and Atari ST. In 1990, Jay Geertsen sold the rights to Sega, who ported the game to several Sega consoles.

World design Nicht eindeutig GameplayPuzzles Game modeMultiplayer

Deep dive / Spielprofil

Everything about Columns: story and gameplay

A structured look at the narrative, game feel, and traits that define this game.

Story & context

Columns is a match-three puzzle video game created by Jay Geertsen in 1989. Early versions of the game were ported across early computer platforms and Atari ST. In 1990, Jay Geertsen sold the rights to Sega, who ported the game to several Sega consoles.

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Game profile / Plain language

Columns: release, platforms, and facts

Studio, play style, releases, and official sources — compactly prepared from external IGDB data.

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Studios & ownership

Studio & publishing

Developer
Sega International
Publisher
Sega International, Tec Toy, Sega
Franchise
Columns
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So spielt es sich

Spielprofil

Modi
Multiplayer, Single player
Perspective
Side view
Themes
Action
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Wo & wann

Platform releases

  • Nintendo 3DS Jun 13, 2013
  • Sega Game Gear Apr 26, 1991
  • Sega Game Gear Oct 06, 1990
  • Sega Master System/Mark III 1990
  • Sega Master System/Mark III 1991
  • Nintendo 3DS Aug 08, 2012

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