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Columns

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...

Genre: Puzzle
Year: 1991
Developer: SEGA Enterprises Ltd.
Publisher: SEGA of America, Inc.
Players: 2

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Achievements

29 achievements · 400 total points

Chain Reaction IV Earn 300 points or more for a single drop in Original Mode. (Any difficulty)
50 pts
Flashpoint I Finish a Flash Mode game. (Any difficulty)
2 pts
Flashpoint II Finish a Flash Mode game starting with 5 lines or more. (Any difficulty)
3 pts
Block Breaker II Break 1,000 blocks or more in a single Original Mode game. (Any difficulty)
10 pts
Block Breaker III Break 2,000 blocks or more in a single Original Mode game. (Any difficulty)
25 pts
Block Breaker IV Break 3,000 blocks or more in a single Original Mode game. (Any difficulty)
50 pts
Chain Reaction I Earn 50 points or more for a single drop in Original Mode. (Any difficulty)
5 pts
Column Climber IX Reach level 9, starting from level 8 or lower. (Hard difficulty)
10 pts
Knight of Columns Score 5,000 or more points in a single Original Mode game. (Any difficulty)
5 pts
Ace of Columns Score 25,000 or more points in a single Original Mode game. (Any difficulty)
25 pts
Column Climber III Reach level 9, starting from level 8 or lower. (Any difficulty)
4 pts
Column Climber V Reach level 6, starting from level 5 or lower. (Normal difficulty)
4 pts
Column Climber VIII Reach level 6, starting from level 5 or lower. (Hard difficulty)
5 pts
Column Climber I Reach level 3, starting from level 2 or lower. (Any difficulty)
2 pts
Block Breaker I Break 500 blocks or more in a single Original Mode game. (Any difficulty)
5 pts
Column Climber VI Reach level 9, starting from level 8 or lower. (Normal difficulty)
5 pts
Column Climber VII Reach level 3, starting from level 2 or lower. (Hard difficulty)
4 pts
Page of Columns Score 1,000 or more points in a single Original Mode game. (Any difficulty)
2 pts
Squire of Columns Score 2,500 or more points in a single Original Mode game. (Any difficulty)
3 pts
King of Columns Score 10,000 or more points in a single Original Mode game. (Any difficulty)
10 pts
Column Climber II Reach level 6, starting from level 5 or lower. (Any difficulty)
3 pts
Column Climber IV Reach level 3, starting from level 2 or lower. (Normal difficulty)
3 pts
Champion of Columns Score 50,000 or more points in a single Original Mode game. (Any difficulty)
50 pts
Super Puzzle Fighter Turbo I Finish a Flash Mode game in 0:05 or less. (Any difficulty)
25 pts
Super Puzzle Fighter Turbo III Finish a Flash Mode game in 1:00 or less, starting with 9 lines. (Any difficulty)
25 pts
Flashpoint III Finish a Flash Mode game starting with 9 lines. (Any difficulty)
5 pts
Super Puzzle Fighter Turbo II Finish a Flash Mode game in 0:30 or less, starting with 5 lines or more. (Any difficulty)
25 pts
Chain Reaction II Earn 100 points or more for a single drop in Original Mode. (Any difficulty)
10 pts
Chain Reaction III Earn 200 points or more for a single drop in Original Mode. (Any difficulty)
25 pts

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Columns frequently asked questions

How do I play Columns on PC?

Download the Etera launcher (Windows or Linux), find Columns in the Game Gear library and click to download. The launcher handles the emulator and setup for you.

Does Columns have achievements?

Yes, Columns has 29 achievements worth 400 points. Achievements are counted and saved to your history and the leaderboard for subscribers and during the trial period.

Can I play Columns for free?

Yes. Every account gets a 5-day trial with premium features. After that, the free plan allows 3 new games per day and 1 netplay session per day. Premium raises those limits.

Play Columns on Etera

Download the launcher for Windows or Linux, find this game in the library and play solo or with friends.