Underplayed Gems

Wrecking Crew '98 (1998)

Wrecking Crew '98 cover
Developer
Nintendo R&D1, Pax Softonica
Publisher
Nintendo
Platforms
Wii U, Super Famicom
Genres
Puzzle
Rating
2.5 of 5, 5 player ratings
Where to get it
Nintendo eShop

How it feels

A Japan-only competitive puzzle game blending Tetris-style block clearing with head-to-head versus action.

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About

Wrecking Crew '98 is a Japan-only puzzle video game released for the Super Famicom. It is the sequel to the Nintendo Entertainment System game Wrecking Crew. The game takes on a more competitive approach, featuring puzzle-versus elements akin to games like Tetris and Puyo Puyo. Such additions include chain reactions, as well as attacks unleashed into the opponent's play area upon successfully clearing lines.

Trailer

Screenshots

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