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Franky, Joe & Dirk: On the Tiles
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 |
| Genre | Puzzle |
| Developer | Audio Visual Magic |
| Publisher | Elite Systems |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| ESRB | NOT RATED |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Released for the Game Boy in 1993, Franky, Joe & Dirk: On the Tiles is a puzzle game developed by Audio Visual Magic and published by Elite Systems.
It landed about 4 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1993 include The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening, Darkwing Duck and Kirby's Pinball Land.
Franky, Joe & Dirk: On the Tiles 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've played the Game Boy hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want story, exploration or action
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Franky, Joe & Dirk: On the Tiles 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.
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Playing Game Boy games today
Game Boy games were designed for short bursts on the go, which makes them ideal for a coffee break today. Many are available through Nintendo Switch Online, and original carts play on any later Game Boy model.
Franky, Joe & Dirk: On the Tiles FAQ
When did Franky, Joe & Dirk: On the Tiles come out on the Game Boy?
Franky, Joe & Dirk: On the Tiles was released for the Game Boy in 1993.
Who made Franky, Joe & Dirk: On the Tiles?
It was developed by Audio Visual Magic and published by Elite Systems.
Is Franky, Joe & Dirk: On the Tiles multiplayer?
No. Franky, Joe & Dirk: On the Tiles is a single-player game.
How long does Franky, Joe & Dirk: On the Tiles take to play?
As a puzzle game, Franky, Joe & Dirk: On the Tiles 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.
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