Underplayed Gems

Dr. Robotnik’s Mean Bean Machine™ (2010)

Dr. Robotnik’s Mean Bean Machine™ cover
Developer
SEGA
Genres
Casual, Strategy
Rating
4.6 of 5, 14 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 16 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A fast-paced puzzle game where you frantically match colorful beans against quirky opponents.

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What players say

A classic falling-block puzzle game that is essentially Puyo Puyo with a Sonic makeover. Players say the difficulty ramps up quickly, making it a tough but satisfying challenge.

Screenshots

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