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ColecoVision · Puzzle / Strategy
Zenji
Deep cut
| System | ColecoVision |
|---|---|
| Genre | Puzzle, Strategy |
| Developer | Activision |
| Publisher | Activision |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Developed by Activision, Zenji arrived on the ColecoVision as a puzzle game. It blends puzzle and strategy elements.
Among the 5 ColecoVision puzzle games in our database, it ranks #4 by legacy score.
Activision also made Pitfall!, River Raid and Keystone Kapers for the ColecoVision.
Zenji supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the ColecoVision hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want story, exploration or action
What playing Zenji 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.
Zenji walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Zenji.
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Playing ColecoVision games today
The ColecoVision's library is small but rich in faithful coin-op conversions, and homebrew developers still release new cartridges for it today.
Zenji FAQ
Who made Zenji?
It was developed by Activision.
Is Zenji multiplayer?
Yes. Zenji supports up to 2 players.
How long does Zenji take to play?
As a puzzle game, Zenji 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 Zenji 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.