Columns

Description

Columns is loosely derived from Tetris, as it involves arranging falling blocks in such a way as to clear them. However, in columns they are groups of 3 same-size but varying color blocks, which must be arranged into sequences of 3 or more, either horizontally, vertically or diagonally. Sequences of 4 or 5 count for double or triple points, and diagonal sequences score the most. The real trick is to set up 'combos' - where one line causes other blocks to drop so as to create other lines.

As well as the normal game mode, there is also a 'flash' mode, in which the aim is simply to remove a particular block from the base of the pre-formed pile of bricks. The difficulty of this can be determined by increasing the number of complete rows which are already in place.

Alternate Titles

• "Shapes and Columns" -- Brazilian Title
• "コラムス" -- Japanese Spelling

Part of the Following Groups

• Columns series
• Falling block puzzles

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User Reviews

More colourful than tetris	Genesis	emmamomocat (30)
Columns--a so-so kind of game	Genesis	paul cairey (337)
Who needs the genesis version?	Game Gear	The Imperial Darkhorse (131)

The Press Says

Kingdom of Desire	SEGA Master System	Sep 23, 2006	9 out of 10	90
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All Game Guide	Genesis	1999		70
IGN	Wii	Dec 05, 2006	7 out of 10	70
Power Play	SEGA Master System	Dec, 1990	63 out of 100	63
VideoGame	SEGA Master System	Apr, 1991		60
GameSpot	Wii	Dec 18, 2006	5.9 out of 10	59
Game Freaks 365	SEGA Master System	Mar 28, 2006	4.2 out of 10	42
Sega-16.com	Genesis	Jul 31, 2004	3 out of 10	30

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