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Columns (1990)

Columns cover
Developer
Sega International
Publisher
Sega International, Tec Toy, Sega
Platforms
Nintendo 3DS, Sega Game Gear, Sega Master System/Mark III
Genres
Puzzle
Rating
3.4 of 5, 12 player ratings

How it feels

Match colorful jewels in this classic Sega puzzle game, the forerunner to countless match-three experiences.

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About

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.

Screenshots

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