Columns

Developer: Sega

Columns on the Game Gear is a handheld take on Sega's jewel-matching puzzler, dropping vertical sets of three jewels that players rotate and stack to make matches. Simple to learn but hard to master, the game rewards quick pattern recognition and planning as chains and combos clear the screen under increasing speed. Portable-friendly rounds and a compact visual style capture the arcade tension in short sessions, making it ideal for on-the-go play and high-score chasing. Fans of falling-block puzzles will appreciate its steady difficulty curve, satisfying combo mechanics, and nostalgic chime-heavy presentation.