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Columns was one of those Sega Master System games from 1990 that felt right at home on the system. Sega published it, and it arrived during a time when puzzle games were becoming a staple for players looking for something quick and engaging. It didn't try to reinvent the wheel, but it offered a clean, focused experience that stood out among the platform's library.

You control falling columns of three colored gems, rotating them to align matching colors horizontally, vertically, or diagonally. The main goal is to clear gems and prevent the playfield from reaching the top. Key mechanics include creating chain reactions by clearing multiple sets at once and the strategic use of the flash gem, which clears all gems of one color when matched. The pace starts slow but steadily increases, demanding faster decisions as the columns drop more quickly. It feels satisfying to set up a big combo and watch the screen clear in a cascade of sparkling pixels.