Lemmings Classic
Atari 2600 · Puzzle / Strategy
Klax
Certified classic
| System | Atari 2600 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Puzzle, Strategy |
| Developer | Atari |
| Publisher | Atari |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 12 |
Released for the Atari 2600 in 1990, Klax is a puzzle game developed by Atari. It blends puzzle and strategy elements.
It landed about 13 years into the 2600's life. Other notable 2600 releases from 1990 include Fatal Run, Xenophobe and MotoRodeo. Among the 14 2600 puzzle games in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
Atari also made E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, Combat and Asteroids for the 2600.
Klax is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you want to experience one of the 2600's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want story, exploration or action
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Klax is like
Puzzle games challenge pattern recognition, planning and quick thinking, from falling-block games to single-screen logic puzzles.
Tip for newcomers: Puzzle games are perfect for short sessions and often have endless or score-attack modes, so they never really end.
Klax walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Klax.
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Playing 2600 games today
Most 2600 games are built for short, score-chasing sessions, which makes them perfect for a quick nostalgia hit. Original hardware is cheap and plentiful, the Atari 2600+ reissue plays original cartridges on modern TVs, and official collections such as Atari 50 bundle many first-party classics.
Klax FAQ
When did Klax come out on the 2600?
Klax was released for the Atari 2600 in 1990.
Who made Klax?
It was developed by Atari.
Is Klax multiplayer?
No. Klax is a single-player game.
How long does Klax take to play?
As a puzzle game, Klax typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Klax on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.