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Video game · 1999

Mr. Driller

Released October 1999 on Game Boy Color, WonderSwan, arcade video game machine, PlayStation, Dreamcast and 4 more

Developer
Namco
Publisher
Namco
Made in
Tokyo, Japan
Genre
Puzzle, Strategy, Arcade
Themes
Action
Series
Mr. Driller
IGDB PLAYERS7616 ratings

About Mr. Driller

Mr. Driller is an arcade puzzle game developed by Namco and first released in 1999. Players control a driller who descends through layers of colored blocks, clearing paths while managing a limited air supply. Blocks disappear when four or more of the same color are connected, creating strategic challenges as the screen scrolls upward. The game emphasizes quick decision-making and careful planning under time pressure. It became known for its simple mechanics, increasing difficulty, and bright visual style.

Summary: IGDB.

Release dates

Game Boy ColorOctober 1999
WonderSwanOctober 1999
arcade video game machineOctober 1999
PlayStationOctober 1999
DreamcastOctober 1999
PC2000
PlayStation 321 December 2006
PlayStation Portable21 December 2006
iOSlater, date unknown

Screenshots

Mr. Driller screenshot 1Mr. Driller screenshot 2Mr. Driller screenshot 3Mr. Driller screenshot 4

Videos

Mr. Driller: Gameplay Video

Mr. Driller series

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Sources: Wikidata, IGDB, Wikipedia's release lists.