Gem Hunter (Pico-8 Port), Early Access

There may be some bugs as a result.

Known bugs:

• Rows of gems don't always clear correctly
• Score is sometimes not added to correctly

This is a demake of the classic genesis game Columns 3: Revenge of Columns.

How to play:

Line up rows of 3 or more either vertically, horizontally, or diagonally. Activate the crush ability to push your opponents blocks up and try to fill up their screen (well). You can play against another player or solo.

Controls:

Player 1:

• Use the left and right keys to move the column left and right
• Use the down key to drop the column faster
• Use the 'Z' key (O on mobile) to rotate the column 
• Use the 'X' key (X on mobile) to "crush" your opponent (requires 10 or more score)
• Use the up and down keys to navigate menus
• Press 'Z' after a player has won to start a new game

Player 2:

• Use the 'S' and 'F' keys to move the column left and right
• Use the 'D' key to drop the column faster
• Use the left shift key to rotate the column
• Use the 'A' key to "crush" your opponent (requires 10 or more score)