Columns

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Columns is a falling-block puzzle video game by Sega, known for its match-three gem mechanics and often compared to Tetris for its addictive, strategic gameplay.

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Predicate Object
instanceOf falling-block puzzle game
video game
acquiredBy Sega NERFINISHED
arcadeSystem Sega System C2 NERFINISHED
audioStyle arcade-style music
company Sega NERFINISHED
controlScheme vertical columns of three gems that can be rotated in order
designer Jay Geertsen NERFINISHED
developer Sega NERFINISHED
distribution arcade cabinets
gameMode multiplayer
single-player
gameplayMechanic gravity-based falling pieces
match-three
genre puzzle
hasSequel Columns II NERFINISHED
Columns III NERFINISHED
legacy influential early match-three puzzle game
multiplayerType competitive
notableFor addictive strategic gameplay
match-three gameplay popularization
objective match three or more identical gems in a row
prevent the stack of gems from reaching the top of the playfield
originalPlatform arcade
originalReleaseYear 1990
perspective 2D
platform Game Gear NERFINISHED
Master System NERFINISHED
Mega Drive NERFINISHED
PC Engine NERFINISHED
Sega Genesis NERFINISHED
Sega Saturn NERFINISHED
arcade
home computer
publisher Sega NERFINISHED
releaseRegion Europe NERFINISHED
Japan NERFINISHED
North America NERFINISHED
scoringMechanic bonus for chain reactions
points awarded for clearing matched gems
series Columns series
setting abstract playfield
similarTo Tetris NERFINISHED
subgenre falling-block puzzle
visualTheme gems
jewels

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Tetris influenced Columns